Grants for Youth Programs

Last updated November 1, 2026

Grantable tracks 3,636 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. 1,652 list an award amount, with a median of $10K.

Grants tracked: 3,636; from 2,476 funders
Median award: $10K; middle half $3,000–$50K
Total listed funding: $228.1M; across 1,652 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 90; 252 with a published date

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Community Impact Grant Community Foundation of Morgan County · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Impact Grant supports nonprofits working to create sustainable pathways of success for those they serve, with particular focus on school-aged children and families in Morgan County.	Not published	Varies
India Benton Lesser Foundation Grant The India Benton Lesser Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The India Benton Lesser Foundation Grant supports qualified 501(c)3 organizations in Bibb County, Georgia, and surrounding areas, emphasizing healthcare initiatives, educational development, family services, and youth welfare.	Not published	Varies
Healthy Kids Grants The Community Foundation for Northern Virginia Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Grant program supporting healthy kids initiatives in Northern Virginia.	Not published	Varies
Rose Hills Foundation Grant The Rose Hills Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K The Rose Hills Foundation Grant aims to foster a healthier and more equitable Southern California by funding nonprofits that address critical needs in the community.	Not published	$10K
Boggan/Holland African American Community Fund Grant Albion Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Boggan/Holland African American Community Fund, established by the Albion Community Foundation, aims to empower African American youth through targeted programs.	Not published	Up to $1K
GCF: Summertime Kids Grants The Greater Cincinnati Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies One of the nation’s leading community foundations, The Greater Cincinnati Foundation helps people make the most of their giving to build a better community.	Not published	Varies
The Saturday Club’s Grant Fund Program The Saturday Club · Foundation Not published · Varies The Saturday Club’s Grant Fund Program supports local charitable organizations that enhance the lives of women, children, and families in Greater Philadelphia.	Not published	Varies
GLCF: Youth Philanthropy Council Grant - Stuart J. Turille Youth Philanthropy Award Greater Lynchburg Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K The GLCF: Youth Philanthropy Council Grant, offered by the Greater Lynchburg Community Foundation, empowers high school seniors to engage in philanthropy by granting $10,000 to local organizations serving youth needs.	Not published	$5K
Michigan 4-H Citation Award Michigan 4-H Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies One of Michigan 4-H Foundation's highest honors recognizing exceptional 4-H youth, alumni, volunteers, partners, and staff. Presented annually during the Legacy Awards Celebration.	Not published	Varies
Summer Camp Grants Oceanfirst Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The OceanFirst Foundation is offering Summer Camp Grants totaling $75,000 to support nonprofits that provide camp scholarships of up to $250 per child.	Not published	Varies
KidsGardening: Youth Garden Grant KidsGardening · Foundation Not published · $500 The KidsGardening Youth Garden Grant supports organizations in the U.S. or U.S. Territories that aim to enhance youth gardening programs.	Not published	$500
Gift Foundation of Hawaii Beneficiaries Grant The Gift Foundation of Hawaii · Foundation Not published · Varies The GIFT Foundation of Hawaii, established in 2003, supports charitable organizations across Hawaii by empowering young professionals to engage in philanthropy.	Not published	Varies
Pathways Out of Poverty Grant The Herb Block Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $25K The Pathways Out of Poverty Grant, established by the Herb Block Foundation, aims to empower disadvantaged youth and adults in the greater Washington, DC area through education and vocational training.	Not published	$5K – $25K
Gene Haas Foundation Community Grants ( Ventura, Clark, and Cabarrus Counties) Gene Haas Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Gene Haas Foundation Community Grants aim to support 501(c)(3) organizations in Ventura, Clark, and Cabarrus Counties focused on providing essential services to underserved populations, especially children and the elderly.	Not published	Varies
Sodexo Stop Hunger Foundation Youth Grants Sodexo Stop Hunger Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K The Sodexo Stop Hunger Foundation Youth Grants empower young changemakers aged 5 to 25 to create impactful projects addressing childhood hunger. Grants of $500 are available to projects engaging at least 50 youth volunteers.	Not published	$1K
Buffalo Rotary Foundation Grant Buffalo Rotary Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Buffalo Rotary Foundation Grant aims to support projects primarily benefiting youth and families in Buffalo. It seeks to fund initiatives that do not exceed $10,000 and have a lasting positive impact on the community.	Not published	Up to $10K
Chuck Kraft Scholarship Handson Northwest North Carolina · Foundation Not published · Varies The Chuck Kraft Scholarship was created to acknowledge the first board chair of HandsOn NWNC for his leadership during the establishment of the organization, and for his dedication and service to children and youth throughout his career…	Not published	Varies
NWT Recreation & Parks Swim to Survive Grant NWT Recreation & Parks Association · Foundation Not published · Up to $850 The NWT Recreation & Parks Swim to Survive Grant offers financial assistance for organizations to host Swim to Survive® events in selected regional centers. Grants aim to promote water safety by teaching vital survival skills in deep water.	Not published	Up to $850
Hartstein/Favorite International Vocational Fund Grant The Troy Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Hartstein/Favorite International Vocational Fund, established by Edna and Thelma Hartstein, aims to promote global vocational and social economic knowledge transfer.	Not published	Varies
Youth Civic Solutions Competition Institute for Citizens and Scholars · Foundation Not published · Varies Empower young people to become civic problem-solvers in their communities by competing to develop solutions to community challenges.	Not published	Varies
Denise E. Frebertshauser Camping & Environmental Science Grant The Maryland 4-H Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $1K Annual grants supporting 4-H camping and environmental science programs in memory of Denise E. Frebertshauser's legacy and passion for youth development through experiential education.	Not published	$500 – $1K
The Tow Foundation Innovation Fund Grant The Tow Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $300K – $1M The Tow Foundation Innovation Fund aims to enhance youth mental health by providing grants between $300,000 and $1 million to nonprofit organizations.	Not published	$300K – $1M
NCR-SARE: Youth Educator Grant Program North Central Region SARE · Foundation Not published · Up to $6K The NCR-SARE Youth Educator Grant Program supports educators in the North Central Region to innovate ways of teaching sustainable agriculture.	Not published	Up to $6K
Community Gives Youth Service Program Grant Midland Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $1K The Community Gives Youth Service Program, supported by the Midland Area Community Foundation and Dow Company, empowers K-12 teams in Midland County to earn funding through volunteer activities.	Not published	$500 – $1K

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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 3,636 grants for youth programs Grantable lists as of November 1, 2026, 1,652 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, 2,476 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for youth programs due?

Of 3,636 grants listed, 90 accept applications on a rolling basis, 252 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, 45% 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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