Grants for Youth Programs

Last updated November 1, 2026

Grantable tracks 3,609 active grants for youth programs in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 83 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 1,635 list an award amount, with a median of $10K.

Grants tracked: 3,609; from 2,460 funders
Median award: $10K; middle half $3,000–$50K
Total listed funding: $226.4M; across 1,635 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 90; 225 with a published date

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Youth Climate Justice Fund Grant The Climate Group Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $40K The Youth Climate Justice Fund aims to support climate justice young leaders with trust-based funding, resources, and capacity strengthening, enabling them to amplify their voices and to keep their vision and influence alive.	Not published	Up to $40K
ON Semiconductor STEAM Education Grant Program On Semiconductor Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The ON Semiconductor STEAM Education Grant Program aims to support educational institutions and charitable organizations that promote STEAM education for underserved youth.	Not published	Varies
SCC COTA Grant Program Speedway Children's Charities · Foundation Not published · $25K The SCC COTA Grant Program, run by Speedway Children's Charities, aims to support children in the Greater Austin area.	Not published	$25K
Gerard Thomas Lynch Fund Grant Hartford Foundation for Public Giving · Foundation Not published · $1K The Gerard Thomas Lynch Fund, established by New England Asset Management, Inc., honors founder Jerry Lynch.	Not published	$1K
SDYHA Wildlife Banquet Grant Program South Dakota Youth Hunting Adventures · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
ALCWF Grant Program American Legion Child Welfare Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The American Legion Child Welfare Foundation (CWF) offers grants to nonprofit organizations dedicated to enhancing the welfare of children across the United States.	Not published	Varies
Glass Foundation Grant Glass Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $200K The Glass Foundation Grant supports initiatives that enhance the quality of life in Western North Carolina.	Not published	Up to $200K
FAITH Travel Grant to Ionian Village Faith an Endowment for Orthodoxy and Hellenism · Foundation Not published · Varies Through the FAITH Travel Grant to Ionian Village program, FAITH provided full and partial grants to young people who may not otherwise have had the financial opportunity to attend Ionian Village summer camp.	Not published	Varies
Pillar Grant Program USA Triathlon Foundation · Foundation Not published · $100K The USA Triathlon Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and the charitable arm of USA Triathlon.	Not published	$100K
Student Voice of Mental Health Award The Jed Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K The Student Voice of Mental Health Award (SVMHA) is an annual program that recognizes undergraduate college students for their outstanding work to raise awareness for mental health issues, reduce prejudice around mental illness, and…	Not published	$3K
Frederic Duclos Barstow Foundation for American Samoans Grant Bank of Hawaii Charitable Fdn · Foundation Not published · Varies The Frederic Duclos Barstow Foundation for American Samoans Grant aims to enhance education for the youth of American Samoa.	Not published	Varies
MIHEF Nutrition & Healthy Lifestyles RFP Michigan Health Endowment Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: While not required, we strongly encourage you to submit a brief concept paper at any point during the year or during the designated time frame prior to your grant submission._ The Michigan Health Endowment Fund is a philanthropic…	Not published	Varies
Innovation Grants Program Adam and Maria Sarah Seybert · Foundation Not published · $20K – $60K Seybert Foundation's Innovation Grants Program provides one-time grants for specific proof-of-concept purposes, intended for emergent or existing Philadelphia-youth-serving nonprofit organizations wishing to either test a bold new approach…	Not published	$20K – $60K
Walters Family Foundation Fund Grant The Walters Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · $25K The Walters Family Foundation Fund aims to enhance Michigan communities through funding initiatives focused on conserving the natural environment, promoting arts and culture, advancing economic vitality, and empowering youth through…	Not published	$25K
Inspire Olympia Comprehensive Funding Grant City of Olympia · State Not published · Up to $85K Providing a reliable source of public funding that sustains a healthy, visible, welcoming, and inclusive nonprofit cultural and science sector, making creative cultural experiences accessible for everyone in Olympia.Impact Funding Funding…	Not published	Up to $85K
SECURA Insurance Companies Charitable Fund Grants Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies SECURA Insurance Companies Charitable Fund Grants support local nonprofit organizations in the Fox Valley area that provide essential services such as food, clothing, shelter, arts, education, and environmental initiatives.	Not published	Varies
KFF: Interim Grants for Emergent Matters The Kjellstrom Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Kjellstrom Family Foundation, established in 2004, provides interim grants for emergent matters to support community needs in Northern Illinois.	Not published	Varies
EMERGE Grants (Local FFA Chapter Grants) Idaho FFA Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $750 – $2K Local FFA Chapter grants provided by the Idaho FFA Foundation to support chapter-based programs and initiatives.	Not published	$750 – $2K
Sound Off! Experience Learning Community · Foundation Not published · Varies MOPOP's musical event of the year spotlighting the Pacific Northwest's most talented 21-and-under musicians. Sound Off! gives emerging artists the stage, skills, and community to amplify their sound across three high-energy showcases.	Not published	Varies
Probation Services Maryland Department of Juvenile Services · State Not published · Varies To provide supervision, guidance and counseling for youth and their families under conditions set forth by the Maryland Department of Juvenile Services and/or Juvenile Court.	Not published	Varies
YouthBuild Program Apprenticeship Funding · State Not published · Varies Grants supporting development of pre-apprenticeships in high-demand industries including construction, advanced manufacturing, information technology, and healthcare.	Not published	Varies
Michael J. Bryant Memorial Fund Grant Wayne County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $12K The Michael J. Bryant Memorial Fund offers $12,000 in grants this spring to support individuals and nonprofit organizations in Wayne County.	Not published	Up to $12K
Chapter Leadership Training (CLT) Grants Kansas FFA Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Chapter Leadership Training is a two-day hands-on program held in three locations across the state each summer.	Not published	Varies
Language & Life Ways Intern Native Health in Native Hands · Foundation Not published · Varies Indigenous ways of knowing and being respect the interconnectedness of all things. Reconnecting with traditional knowledge and spiritual roles and responsibilities strengthens community health.	Not published	Varies

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About grants for youth programs

Grants for youth programs support after-school, summer learning, mentoring, recreation, and enrichment activities for young people. Federal funding flows largely through the Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers program (administered by state education agencies under the U.S. Department of Education's ESSA) and the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP), while private funders such as the Charles Stewart Mott Foundation, the Annie E. Casey Foundation, and the W.K. Kellogg Foundation back youth development nationwide. Local community foundations, United Way chapters, and corporate giving programs round out the field.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do grants for youth programs award?

Of the 3,609 grants for youth programs Grantable lists as of November 1, 2026, 1,635 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $10K, and the middle half fall between $3,000 and $50K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most grants for youth programs?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are City of Boston (11), Midland Area Community Foundation (11), Communitygiving (10), Michigan 4-H Foundation (10), and Duluth-Superior Area Community Foundation (9). In all, 2,460 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for youth programs due?

Of 3,609 grants listed, 90 accept applications on a rolling basis, 225 have a published upcoming deadline, 1,095 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 2,199 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 50% fall in January–March.

What grants are available for youth programs?

Funding ranges from federal formula and competitive grants for after-school and summer learning, to foundation grants for mentoring, recreation, and enrichment, to small corporate and community-foundation awards. The largest dedicated federal source is the 21st Century Community Learning Centers program, which supports academic enrichment during out-of-school time at high-poverty schools and community organizations. OJJDP also funds mentoring, delinquency prevention, and youth intervention programs.

Who funds youth programs?

Funders include federal agencies (the U.S. Department of Education through 21st CCLC and OJJDP within the Department of Justice), national foundations such as the Charles Stewart Mott Foundation, the Annie E. Casey Foundation, the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, and the Wallace Foundation, and corporate philanthropy. Community foundations and local United Way chapters are often the most accessible sources for grassroots youth organizations.

Who is eligible to apply for youth program grants?

Eligibility varies by funder. Federal programs like 21st CCLC typically require schools, districts, nonprofits, faith-based organizations, or parks and recreation departments to apply, often in partnership. Most foundation grants require 501(c)(3) nonprofit status or a fiscal sponsor. Review each funder's guidelines for geographic focus, target age groups, and program-type restrictions before applying.

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