Grants for Youth Programs

Last updated October 31, 2026

Grantable tracks 3,636 active grants for youth programs in its free grants database, drawn from federal, state and foundation sources and updated daily. 86 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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Youth Philanthropy Initiative (YPI) Grant Knox County Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Youth Philanthropy Initiative offers competitive grants to organizations. Up to $8,500 is awarded by YPI members annually through its competitive grants program.	Not published	Up to $2K
KFF: Challenge Grants & Capacity Building Grants The Kjellstrom Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Kjellstrom Family Foundation, established in 2004, offers challenge grants and capacity building grants to support local charities in Northern Illinois.	Not published	Up to $50K
Meet the Corner Program FY2024 U.S. Mission to Albania · Federal Forecast · Up to $27K The U.S. Embassy Tirana of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations to submit proposals for funding under the Meet the Corner program.	Forecast	Up to $27K
Metro Arts Youth Apprenticeship Program Grant Quad City Arts Inc. · Foundation Not published · Up to $750 The Metro Arts Youth Apprenticeship Program, initiated by Quad City Arts, provides emerging artists aged 15-21 the opportunity to create public artwork while receiving mentorship and financial support.	Not published	Up to $750
Youth Assist Tracker Challenge Learn Fresh Education CO · Foundation Not published · $3 The Youth Assist Tracker Challenge is part of the NBA Cares State Farm Assist Tracker program, a partnership between the NBA, State Farm®, and Learn Fresh.	Not published	$3
Seattle Fund Grant Best Buy Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies We’re building brighter futures through technology. Every teen has dreams, and we’re working to make sure they have the opportunity to achieve them.	Not published	Varies
ReTreeUS Back-to-School Garden Program United Charitable · Foundation Not published · Varies To inspire generations of food growers, environmental stewards and problem solvers through experiential education in orchards and gardens. A fruitful educational garden in every community.	Not published	Varies
Youth Philanthropy Grant Program Community Foundation of Jackson Hole · Foundation Not published · $500 – $2K The Youth Philanthropy Grant Program, sponsored by The Community Foundation of Jackson Hole, invites nonprofits to apply for funding between $500 and $1,500 to support various community initiatives in Teton Valley, ID, or Alta, WY.	Not published	$500 – $2K
CGF: Youth In Philanthropy Grant Community Giving Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Youth in Philanthropy Grant, offered by the Community Giving Foundation, empowers over 225 high school students from various schools to act as grantmakers, allocating up to $5,000 for youth-related projects.	Not published	Up to $5K
Central America Youth Fund (CAMY Fund) Seattle International Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Equality Utah Scholarship Mentorship Program Equality Utah Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500K Equality Utah's scholarship mentorship program creates meaningful connections between LGBTQ students and allies with professionals who understand the unique challenges and opportunities they face.	Not published	$500K
Alice and Richard Henriquez Memorial Fund and Youth World Awareness Program Grant Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $2K The Alice and Richard Henriquez Memorial Fund and Youth World Awareness Program, established by the Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation, supports young individuals (ages 14-22) from Berkshire, Columbia, northeast Dutchess, and northwest…	Not published	$500 – $2K
The Kids Trust Fund Grant The Foundation for Enhancing Communities · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The Kids Trust Fund Grant aims to support nonprofit organizations focused on helping children aged 0-18 who have suffered from abuse or neglect.	Not published	Up to $15K
9/11 Day of Remembrance Campus Service Grants Ohio Campus Compact · Foundation Not published · $3K Support meaningful student service and remembrance projects aligned with the September 11 National Day of Service	Not published	$3K
Catalyst Innovation Grant Music and Youth Initiativeinc · Foundation Not published · $3K – $10K	Not published	$3K – $10K
Catalyze Challenge Grant Catalyze · Foundation Not published · Up to $300K The Catalyze Challenge Grant, managed by Catalyze, is an opportunity for organizations to receive funding for innovative solutions that enhance career-connected learning for youth aged 11-22.	Not published	Up to $300K
Youth Advisory Committee Fund Grant Albion Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Youth Advisory Committee Fund, managed by the Albion Community Foundation, supports local youth initiatives and development within the greater Albion area.	Not published	Up to $5K
ECP Extension, Outreach and Engagement Award Grant The Entomological Society of America · Foundation Not published · $1K The ECP Extension, Outreach and Engagement Award recognizes outstanding students and early professionals in entomology for their leadership and creativity in outreach initiatives.	Not published	$1K
Virginia Wildlife Grant Program The Wildlife Foundation of Virginia Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Freestate ChalleNGe Academy Maryland Military Department · State Not published · Varies A tuition-free, military-style program which provides at-risk adolescents with the skills, education and self-discipline needed to become responsible, productive citizens.	Not published	Varies
Hearth: a liberation lab One Square World Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K A year-long cohort program for Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) community members devoted to collective liberation in the Northeast.	Not published	$3K
D'Addario Foundation Grant D'Addario Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Please keep in mind if you are applying for support for the first time, you must submit a letter of inquiry first before being invited to submit a formal grant proposal.	Not published	Varies
Kids Fund- One-time Request of up to $50,000 Grant Whitefish Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Kids Fund, managed by the Whitefish Community Foundation, offers one-time grants of up to $50,000 to support programs that address health, safety, and educational challenges for at-risk youth in Flathead County.	Not published	Up to $50K
Stephenson Sisters' Scholarship Fund Cincinnati Parks Foundation · Foundation Not published · $4K Established by Cincinnati Parks Foundation in January 2020 to celebrate the career and legacy of Erin Morris, a long-time employee of Cincinnati Parks who retired after 32 years of service in the Explore Nature! division.	Not published	$4K

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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 October 31, 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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