Last updated June 20, 2026
There are currently 3,740 active grants for youth programs in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.
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.
Jacobson-Banks Scholarship Fund Purpose: Support undergraduate students of all backgrounds through scholarships to attend conferences, workshops, or leadership institutes that focus on interfaith and…
Jakob Johnson Fund Funder: Laureus USA, Laureus Germany, and NFL player Jakob Johnson Status: Active Geographic Scope: - Jacksonville, Florida (True Youth Association) - Stuttgart and Mannheim,…
James A. Welch Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: James A. Welch Foundation Last Updated: April 03, 2026 Summary The James A. Welch Foundation, established in 1960, has committed over two…
James Beckum Player/Coach Scholarship Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Brewers Community Foundation Inc Amount: US $1,000 - US $2,500 Last Updated: March 19, 2025 Summary The James Beckum…
James C. Kingsley Youth Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Albion Community Foundation Amount: Approximately US $10,000 Last Updated: March 29, 2026 Summary The James C. Kingsley Youth Fund, part of…
James M. 'Jim Bob' Norman Scholarship Fund Funder: Fort Worth Stock Show Syndicate (FWSSS) Background: Established in 1984 in memory of Mr. James M. Norman, who was chairman of the Syndicate at the…
James W. Schlegel Philmont Scholarship, Hawk Mountain Council Overview: Established in 2019, the James W. Schlegel Philmont Scholarship annually supports two Hawk Mountain Council Scouts with…
JAMS Foundation-ACR Initiative for Students and Youth RFP Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Jams Foundation Amount: Up to US $40,000 Last Updated: March 17, 2026 Summary The JAMS Foundation-ACR Initiative…
Jane Armfield and Hermene Eichhorn Scholarship Type: Need-based tuition scholarship Funder: Greensboro Symphony Guild Eligibility: - Youth Orchestra member - Selection based on: - Dedication to the…
Jane Bradley Pettit Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Jane Bradley Pettit Foundation Last Updated: March 31, 2026 Summary The Jane Bradley Pettit Foundation Grant focuses on enhancing the lives…
Janice Seagraves Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Janice Seagraves Family Foundation Inc Last Updated: December 01, 2025 Summary The Janice Seagraves Family Foundation Grant supports…
Janji Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Janji Amount: US $10,000 Last Updated: March 27, 2026 Summary Overview Janji Grants Since 2013, Janji has been exploring ways to use running as a force for good.…
Janson Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Janson Foundation Last Updated: January 17, 2026 Summary The Janson Foundation, established in 1983, provides capital grants to charitable…
Overview The Jason Hayes Foundation, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, was established in loving memory of our son, brother, and cousin, Jason. Our Mission Our goal is to support and enrich the…
Jaws Youth Playbook (JYP) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Jaws Youth Fund Amount: US $500 - US $25,000 Last Updated: February 12, 2026 Summary Overview Note: Though the deadline is indicated above as…
JBF Do Good Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Joe Burrow Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: February 05, 2026 Summary The JBF Do Good Grant, established by the Joe Burrow Foundation, aims…
Overview JCCC Foundation Established in 1991, the JCCC Foundation and its programs are the formalized expression of friendship and community involvement of the Japanese Chamber of Commerce and…
JCFKC: Menorah Women's Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Jewish Community Foundation of Greater Kansas City Last Updated: July 31, 2025 Summary The Menorah Women’s Foundation aims to enhance…
JDF: FIRST LEGO League Discover Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: John Deere Foundation Amount: Unspecified amount in in-kind support Last Updated: December 17, 2025 Summary The John Deere FIRST LEGO…
JDF: FIRST Robotics Competition Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: John Deere Foundation Amount: Unspecified amount in in-kind support Last Updated: September 20, 2025 Summary The John Deere FIRST…
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.
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.
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.