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 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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Margaret A. Friedland Fund for Children in Manitowoc County Grant Lakeshore Community Foundation Inc. · Foundation Not published · $6K The Margaret A. Friedland Fund for Children in Manitowoc County aims to support and promote positive growth opportunities for low-income and disadvantaged children.	Not published	$6K
Innovations in Community-Based Crime Reduction Program New Kensington Community Development Corp · Foundation Not published · $1M	Not published	$1M
Cox Charities Fund Community Investment Grants Baton Rouge Area Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Cox Charities Fund Community Investment Grants, sponsored by the Baton Rouge Area Foundation, aim to empower local nonprofits and schools through financial support.	Not published	Up to $5K
Arsht-Cannon Fund Delaware Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $40K The Arsht-Cannon Fund (ACF) has been supporting opportunities for Hispanic communities in Delaware for 20 years (since 2004). It has awarded over $12 million to 150 organizations.	Not published	$5K – $40K
SFFI: Seed Grants Schlecht Family Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Schlecht Family Foundation Inc offers Seed Grants aimed at nonprofit and social enterprise organizations in their startup phase, or established nonprofits launching new programs in Dane County and rural Wisconsin.	Not published	Varies
Iredell County Community Foundation Grant Cycle Foundation for the Carolinas · Foundation Not published · Varies The Iredell County Community Foundation Grant Cycle aims to enhance the community by supporting local initiatives in areas such as education, human services, and workforce development.	Not published	Varies
Uihlein-Ironman Sports Fund Grants Adirondack Foundation · Foundation Not published · $250 – $2K The Uihlein-Ironman Sports Fund supports young athletes from Lake Placid and the Olympic region, aiming to foster competitive sports and healthy lifestyles.	Not published	$250 – $2K
Hennepin County Youth Activities Grants - Equipment Grants Minnesota State Government - Hennepin County · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Hennepin County Youth Activities Grants - Equipment Grants program aims to enhance youth participation in sports and recreational activities by providing funding for purchasing sports equipment.	Not published	Up to $10K
Orville W. Forté Charitable Foundation Grant Orville W. Forté Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Orville W. Forté Charitable Foundation supports organizations aiding disadvantaged youth in Greater Boston. Grants primarily focus on general operating and program support, with occasional funding for equipment or capital needs.	Not published	Varies
Thomas Edison Pitch Contest Edison Innovation · Foundation Not published · $200 – $300 An annual competition to honor Thomas Edison and encourage invention, innovation and entrepreneurship among students in grades 4-12.	Not published	$200 – $300
Out of School Time Grant The Oregon Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $75K – $180K Oregon Community Foundation (OCF) has identified out-of-school time as an opportunity to combat socioeconomic, geographic, and racial inequities in student success.	Not published	$75K – $180K
The Red Sox Foundation: Event Sponsorship Requests Grant The Red SOX Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $10K The Red Sox Foundation offers event sponsorship opportunities to support community initiatives in New England and Lee County, FL. Sponsorships range from $1,000 to $10,000, with a focus on health, education, and recreation.	Not published	$1K – $10K
Good Works Donation Program Northeast Agribusiness & Feed Alliance Inc · Foundation Not published · $100K The Good Works Program awards grants to worthy causes that promote the advancement of the animal agriculture industry throughout the northeastern United States. The program has awarded over $100,000 in total to date.	Not published	$100K
Mental Health Juvenile Justice Grant Illinois Department of Human Services: Division of Family & Community Services · Foundation Not published · $40K – $300K The Mental Health Juvenile Justice (MHJJ) Program connects the Illinois Juvenile Court System, schools, and communities to support youth at risk of mental health issues.	Not published	$40K – $300K
L.E.O. Summer Leadership Summit (Washington, D.C.) Leonidas Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Each summer, The Leonidas Foundation hosts an extraordinary, multi-day leadership retreat in Washington, D.C. for over 30 selected high school juniors and seniors from the L.E.O. Program.	Not published	Varies
IMPACT Grants The Greater New Orleans Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: The Foundation will not accept new applications for IMPACT grants in 2023.	Not published	Varies
Enhancing Equitable Access Grant Program San Mateo County Parks and Recreation Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K – $4K Fund and support organizations that increase opportunities for Black, Indigenous and people of color (BIPOC), and low-income and marginalized youth and their families to enjoy the many benefits of being in parks and nature.	Not published	$3K – $4K
Black Trans Women's Wellness Grant Black Emotional and Mental Health Collec · Foundation Not published · $10K The Black Trans Women's Wellness Grant supports initiatives focused on the mental health, healing, and wellness of Black transgender women.	Not published	$10K
Yes, Chef! Culinary Camp Scholarship Program Foundation for Culinary Arts · Foundation Not published · Varies Yes, Chef! Culinary Camp introduces students to culinary skills, nutrition education, and more through seasonal camps.	Not published	Varies
Wyckoff Family Foundation Grant The Wyckoff Family Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $20K The Wyckoff Family Foundation Grant supports programs for children aged 0-18 in the Geneva, NY area, focusing on education, health, justice, and the arts.	Not published	$5K – $20K
Gillette NFL FLAG Participation Grant RCX Sports Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $100 Funded by a $25,000 donation from Gillette, this grant provides direct financial assistance to families to help cover NFL FLAG registration fees. The program aims to break down economic barriers to participation in flag football.	Not published	Up to $100
The Excelsior Foundation Grant The Robison Excelsior Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Excelsior Foundation Grant, offered by the Robison Excelsior Foundation, supports organizations focused on assisting at-risk youth in the Big Country area of Texas.	Not published	Varies
Promising Futures Grants: Human Justice The New York Community Trust · Foundation Not published · $5K – $200K The Promising Futures Grants focus on advancing human justice by empowering young people through job training and educational support.	Not published	$5K – $200K
Mino-Niibi Fund for Indigenous Cultures The Cultural ConservancySacred Land Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Native-to-Native giving program supporting Indigenous-led organizations with small grants since 2012.	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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