Youth Services Grants

Last updated October 4, 2026

Grantable tracks 257 active youth services grants in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 5 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 124 list an award amount, with a median of $20K.

Grants tracked: 257; from 221 funders
Median award: $20K; middle half $5,000–$100K
Total listed funding: $28.5M; across 124 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 6; 9 with a published date

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Youth Service Improvement Grants William T Grant Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $25K The Youth Service Improvement Grants (YSIG) program, funded by the William T Grant Foundation Inc, aims to enhance the quality of direct services for youth aged 5 to 25 in New York City.	Not published	$25K
Child First Authority Maryland Department of Human Services · State Not published · Varies The purpose of this program is to provide high quality academic, cultural and recreational activities for Baltimore City students for the after-school hours.	Not published	Varies
Summer Internships Quadw Missional Outreach · Foundation Not published · Varies An 8-week transformative internship program designed for young adults to gain real-world experience, hands-on training, and make a direct impact in communities.	Not published	Varies
Safe Passage, Safe Blocks RFA Grant District of Columbia Office of the Deputy Mayor for Public Safety and Justice · Foundation Not published · Varies The Safe Passage, Safe Blocks RFA aims to enhance student safety during their commutes by funding community-based organizations to provide a visible adult presence along designated routes.	Not published	Varies
Empowering Youth Program The Ahla Foundation · Foundation Not published · $370K – $605K Partnership-based workforce development program recruiting young adults (Opportunity Youth ages 16-24) for entry-level hotel positions through community-based organizations, providing training, tools, and support to develop permanent…	Not published	$370K – $605K
National Days of Service Lead Agency Grants Youth Service America · Foundation Not published · Varies Youth Service America’s 2023-2024 Lead Agency Partner Grants are a key part of a strategy to double youth participation rates in the United States to at least 50% in celebration of America’s Semiquincentennial (America250) in July 2026.	Not published	Varies
Idaho AmeriCorps Formula Grant Serve Idaho · Foundation Not published · Varies The ID AmeriCorps Formula Grant, funded by Serve Idaho, aims to support organizations targeting communities facing concentrated poverty, rural and tribal areas, and historically underserved individuals.	Not published	Varies
Youth-Serving Organization (YSO) Competitive Grant Program Camden Education Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $40K Provides operational and program funding to Camden-led nonprofit organizations serving youth aged 3-18.	Not published	$5K – $40K
Hennepin County Youth Activities Grants - Lifeguard Services grants Minnesota State Government - Hennepin County · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Hennepin County Youth Activities Grants program provides financial support for youth activities, including lifeguard services for individuals aged 21 and younger.	Not published	Up to $50K
Children's Services Fund of Clay County: Community Based Services Program Grant Greater Kansas City Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Children's Services Fund of Clay County provides grants to organizations serving children under 19 in Clay County, Missouri.	Not published	Varies
Variety Grant Program Variety - the Children's Charity of Iowa · Foundation Not published · Varies The Variety Grant Program, run by Variety – the Children’s Charity of Iowa, offers funding to nonprofits dedicated to supporting at-risk and underprivileged children.	Not published	Varies
Foot Locker Foundation Community Empowerment Program Grant Foot Locker Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $25K – $100K The Foot Locker Foundation Community Empowerment Program supports nonprofit organizations that empower youth in underserved communities, addressing racial inequities and promoting wellness.	Not published	$25K – $100K
Dow communityGives Grant Saginaw Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K The Dow communityGives Grant encourages volunteerism among K-12 youth in the Great Lakes Bay Region. Teams can earn a $1,000 grant for expenses like uniforms, travel, or classroom needs, or donate it to a nonprofit.	Not published	$1K
Global Innovation Challenge Citi Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Organizations must first register and confirm they meet the_ _eligibility requirements to gain access to the Citi Foundation's grantmaking portal. Eligible_ _applicants will receive access to the portal within three business days.	Not published	Varies
Burchell Grants Gorge Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Annual Community Impact Grants program Fallon Community Health Plan Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $45K The Annual Community Impact Grants program by Fallon Health provides funding between $5,000 and $45,000 to support new or existing programs addressing critical community needs.	Not published	$5K – $45K
Detroit Auto Dealers Association (DADA) Charitable Foundation Fund Grant Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan · Foundation Not published · $10K – $50K The Detroit Auto Dealers Association (DADA) Charitable Foundation Fund empowers charitable organizations focused on enhancing the lives of children and youth in southeast Michigan.	Not published	$10K – $50K
Walters Family Foundation Grant Walters Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Walters Family Foundation Grant focuses on supporting nonprofit organizations that address the needs of at-risk youth, families, and the elderly.	Not published	Varies
What is Your Legacy of Change? Video Contest with Grant Prizes Youthprise · Foundation Not published · $20K	Not published	$20K
Rose's Youth Philanthropists (RYP) Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes Inc · Foundation Not published · $200 – $2K Youth grants committee requesting proposals from organizations that impact youth in a wide variety of fields	Not published	$200 – $2K
Educational Mentoring Program Grant Illinois Department of Children and Family Services · Foundation Not published · $197K The Educational Mentoring Program by the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services aims to empower youth by fostering their academic and vocational skills through dedicated mentoring.	Not published	$197K
Youth Suicide Prevention Learning Collaborative Grant Minnesota Department of Health · Foundation Not published · $10K The Youth Suicide Prevention Learning Collaborative Grant, offered by the Minnesota Department of Health, aims to establish effective systems for identifying and aiding youth at risk of mental health issues.	Not published	$10K
The Earl & Stelouise Sauder Youth Assistance Fund Emporia Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies To connect caring people with causes that build stronger communities within the Emporia area which includes Chase, Coffey, Greenwood, Lyon, Morris, Osage and Wabaunsee counties.	Not published	Varies
Legacy San Jose Alviso Youth Foundation Grant Legacy San Jose Alviso Youth Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Legacy San Jose Alviso Youth Foundation Grant is committed to enhancing the lives of children and youth in Alviso through financial support for essential programs.	Not published	Varies

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About youth services grants

Youth services grants fund organizations that provide direct support to young people, including counseling, mentoring, juvenile justice diversion, workforce readiness, and basic-needs services. Federal funding comes largely through the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP) and other agencies, while foundations such as the Annie E. Casey Foundation, the William T. Grant Foundation, and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation invest in youth-serving systems and research. Community foundations and corporate funders support local service delivery.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do youth services grants award?

Of the 257 youth services grants Grantable lists as of October 4, 2026, 124 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $20K, and the middle half fall between $5,000 and $100K. The largest is $5M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most youth services grants?

By number of open listings, the most active funders are Maryland Department of Juvenile Services (5), Baltimore Children and Youth Fund Inc (3), Toledo Community Foundation Inc (3), Cadillac Area Community Foundation (2), and California State Library (2). In all, 221 funders have at least one open grant in this category.

When are youth services grants due?

Of 257 grants listed, 6 accept applications on a rolling basis, 9 have a published upcoming deadline, 47 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 195 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site.

What grants are available for youth services?

Grants support a wide range of services including mentoring, gang and delinquency prevention, substance-use and mental-health treatment for youth, truancy reduction, and workforce development. OJJDP funds many of these areas at the federal level, and national foundations fund both direct service and systems-improvement work. Award sizes range from small community grants to large multi-year federal awards.

Who funds youth services organizations?

Major funders include OJJDP and other federal agencies, plus foundations such as the Annie E. Casey Foundation, the William T. Grant Foundation, the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, and the W.K. Kellogg Foundation. Local community foundations, United Way chapters, and corporate giving programs are frequently the best fit for smaller, community-based youth-service providers.

How do youth-services nonprofits find the right grants?

Start by matching your services to funder priorities, such as juvenile justice, mental health, or youth development, and confirm geographic eligibility. Most foundation grants require 501(c)(3) status or a fiscal sponsor; federal grants are posted on Grants.gov. Searching a grant database by cause area and population served helps narrow opportunities that fund your specific service model.

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