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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Aim High Grant Program: One-Year Grants New York Life Foundation · Foundation Not published · $20K The Aim High Grant Program offers one-year grants of $20,000 to support out-of-school time programs for middle school youth.	Not published	$20K
Trail Blazers LIVE Grant Trail Blazers Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Trail Blazers LIVE Grant, presented by Avangrid Renewables, aims to empower organizations in Oregon and SW Washington that connect youth to environmental education and employment.	Not published	Up to $50K
Arvest Foundation Interactive Whiteboards Grant Ozark Guidance Center Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K The Arvest Foundation provided a grant to Ozark Guidance Center to purchase interactive whiteboards for four classrooms in therapeutic day treatment programs across Northwest Arkansas.	Not published	$10K
Community Foundation Grants (General Grantmaking) Whitley County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $50K The Community Foundation of Whitley County awards grants to deserving nonprofits and community organizations throughout the year to enhance quality of life in Whitley County.	Not published	$1K – $50K
Montana Mental Health Trust Grants Montana Mental Health Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Montana Mental Health Trust (the “Trust”) was created to support programs, services, and resources for the prevention, treatment, and management of serious mental illness of Montana children and adults, including programs, services…	Not published	Varies
Choose When: Reduce Financial Barriers to Contraception Grant Caring for Colorado Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies At Caring for Colorado, we believe reproductive healthcare, including access to affordable, person-centered contraception, is a fundamental human right.	Not published	Varies
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
Double-R Foundation Grants The Double-R Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Double-R Foundation Grants provide essential support to volunteer-based organizations in New York City, enhancing community services and promoting artistic endeavors.	Not published	Varies
Delaware Juvenile Justice Reform Executive - Criminal Justice Council · State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
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
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
COVID-19 Response Fund for the Pioneer Valley Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts · Foundation Not published · $90K – $725K Emergency response fund established during the COVID-19 pandemic to provide flexible resources to nonprofit organizations serving the most vulnerable populations in Western Massachusetts.	Not published	$90K – $725K
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 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
Sandusky County Communities Foundation Competitive Grants Program Sandusky County Communities Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Youth-driven service projects are also encouraged to apply to Building Community Together (BCT), the youth division of SCCF.	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
Baker and Taylor YALSA Conference Grant American Library Association (ALA) · Foundation Not published · $1K The Baker and Taylor YALSA Conference Grant provides two $1,000 awards to librarians working with young adults, enabling them to attend the Annual Conference for the first time.	Not published	$1K
Indiana Youth Worker Well-Being Project Grants Indiana Youth Institute Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Indiana Youth Worker Well-Being Project Grants offer funding opportunities for youth-serving organizations in Indiana to enhance workplace wellness.	Not published	Up to $20K
Philadelphia Student Mediamaker Fund Grant Independence Public Media · Foundation Not published · $1K – $2K The Philadelphia Student Mediamaker Fund, supported by the People's Media Fund, empowers students in the Philadelphia area to create digital media projects.	Not published	$1K – $2K
Katherine R. Smith Funds for Youth Solar Toledo Neighborhood Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
ShoreCorps Salisbury University · State Not published · Varies ShoreCorps is a partnership with community-based organizations serving at-risk youth and senior citizens in Eastern Shore counties. ShoreCorps mission is to serve at-risk youth and senior citizens in public and private non-profit agencies.	Not published	Varies
Marathon County: Clyde F. Schlueter Foundation Grants Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $10K The Clyde F. Schlueter Foundation, established in 1977, focuses on enhancing the character and service of youth in Wausau through grants.	Not published	$1K – $10K
FY26 DHS FSA Youth Drop In Center Grant District of Columbia Department of Human Services · Foundation Not published · $473K – $1.8M The District of Columbia's Department of Human Services is inviting applications for the FY26 DHS FSA Youth Drop In Center initiative.	Not published	$473K – $1.8M
Charlotte Mecklenburg Community Foundation - Social Capital Grants Foundation for the Carolinas · Foundation Not published · $3K – $10K The Charlotte Mecklenburg Community Foundation's Social Capital Grants program aims to foster social capital, enhancing networks and opportunities for children, youth, and families in Charlotte-Mecklenburg.	Not published	$3K – $10K

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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 active listings, the leading 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 active 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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