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 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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Trail Blazers Foundation Fund – LIVE Greener Grant The Oregon Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $25K – $50K The Trail Blazers Foundation Fund – LIVE Greener Grant focuses on enhancing access to outdoor spaces for youth from historically underserved communities in Oregon and SW Washington.	Not published	$25K – $50K
Vons Foundation - Southern California Grant The Albertsons Companies Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The Vons Foundation, part of Albertsons Companies, supports nonprofit organizations in Southern California that enhance community health, education, and diversity. Grants typically range from $1,000 to $5,000 for first-time recipients.	Not published	$1K – $5K
Community Benefits Grant (CBG) West Harlem Development Corporation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Aim for Education Southwestern Exposition and Livestock Show · Foundation Not published · $20K AIM FOR EDUCATION is a merit-based scholarship program for Texas 4-H & FFA members, offering a means to earn a portion of $20,000 in scholarships and gain valuable life-skills including self-discipline, work ethic and fair play.	Not published	$20K
Yappers Grant Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Yappers Grant, provided by the Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque, aims to empower youth aged 0-25 by funding nonprofit organizations that create opportunities and raise awareness for local issues.	Not published	Up to $3K
The Eisner Prize Fellowship Grant The Eisner Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Eisner Prize Fellowship, launching on April 24, 2024, supports innovative leaders in intergenerational connection.	Not published	Up to $50K
The Inspire Network Project Lemonade Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies A membership group providing comprehensive supports for teens and young adults in foster care, focusing on community building through social events, volunteer opportunities, career exploration, and one-on-one mentoring.	Rolling	Varies
Arts Access Catalyst Grant The Miami Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Arts Access Catalyst Grant, offered by The Miami Foundation, aims to enhance arts education for youth in Miami-Dade County.	Not published	Up to $20K
CreatureKind Climate Leadership Fellow Creaturekind · Foundation Not published · $1K A fellowship program for college students interested in leading faith-based discussions about the wellbeing of animals used for food and factory farming's environmental impact.	Not published	$1K
The Vinea Foundation Grant The Community Foundation for the Central Savannah River Area Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $10K The Vinea Foundation Grant, managed by the Community Foundation for the Central Savannah River Area, offers financial support to non-profits focused on special needs populations, underserved youth, and combating generational poverty.	Not published	$1K – $10K
President's Discretionary Fund Grant The Skillman Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K – $10K The Skillman Foundation's President's Discretionary Fund offers annual grants between $2,500 and $10,000 to 501(c)(3) nonprofits serving Detroit youth.	Not published	$3K – $10K
Nike Community Impact Fund - Mid-South/Memphis, TN Grant Nike Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $10K The Nike Community Impact Fund focuses on enhancing active, inclusive communities in the Mid-South, specifically in Shelby County (TN) and DeSoto and Marshall Counties (MS).	Not published	$5K – $10K
Community Outreach Grants The Children's Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Community Outreach Grants by The Children's Trust aim to empower community partners by supporting programs that benefit children and families in Miami-Dade County.	Not published	Up to $10K
Changing Lives from Scratch Fund Russell Westbrook Why Not Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Changing Lives from Scratch Fund, in partnership with the Russell Westbrook Why Not? Foundation and Little Kitchen Academy, provides grants and scholarships to kids and teens from underserved communities.	Not published	Varies
Communities Thrive Program Northwest Minnesota Foundation · Foundation Not published · $100K A "deep dive" program in a small number of communities to help them capitalize on the "Brain Gain" trend in ways that best fit their unique community, ultimately building on the strengths and diversity within the region.	Not published	$100K
Edna E. Harrell Community Children’s Fund Grant The Oregon Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The Edna E. Harrell Community Children’s Fund Grant, managed by The Oregon Community Foundation, supports programs enhancing the lives of underserved youth in Baker County and North Powder.	Not published	$1K – $5K
Black Seeds School: Cohort 6 Imagine Black Futures · Foundation Not published · $2K The Black Seeds School is a five-day intensive training cohort designed to build the capacity of Black movement organizers, activists, and strategists. It contributes to building the critical mass required to sustain social movements.	Not published	$2K
Dock Village Youth Fund Dock Acres Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies This fund was established to enhance the lives of Dock Village youth and encourage them to do well academically. The fund provides for academic scholarships, and also offers incentives as a means to encourage and reward students.	Not published	Varies
Perry County Youth Tax Board - Large Grant Perry County - Missouri · Foundation Not published · $2K The Perry County Youth Tax Board oversees the disbursement of approximately $300,000 annually to support programs aimed at enhancing the health and well-being of youth under 18 in Perry County.	Not published	$2K
Strategic Impact Grants Berkeley Public Schools Fund · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K Strategic Impact Grants support larger, district-level initiatives and programs that have sustained impact across multiple classrooms or schools.	Not published	Up to $10K
OH Conservation Club Competitive Partnership Grant Ohio Department of Natural Resources · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The Ohio Conservation Club Competitive Partnership Grant, sponsored by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, aims to foster local wildlife-related recreational activities, particularly among youth and those new to outdoor sports.	Not published	Up to $15K
Fred Harris Daniels Foundation: Program And Operating Grants The Fred Harris Daniels Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Fred Harris Daniels Foundation offers Program and Operating Grants aimed at enhancing the lives of girls aged 10-14 in Worcester, Massachusetts.	Not published	Varies
PBC Grants Pebble Beach Company Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The PBC Grants, funded by the Pebble Beach Company Foundation, aim to enhance educational opportunities for Monterey County youth.	Not published	Varies
Alexander Foundation Grant Judd S Alexander Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $1M The Judd S. Alexander Foundation, established in 1973, has distributed over $55 million in grants to enhance quality of life and economic growth in Wausau, Wisconsin.	Not published	$1K – $1M

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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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