Youth Services Grants

Youth Services Grants provide funding for organizations and programs in this focus area. Sources include federal agencies, state programs, and private foundations. Use the listings below to find current opportunities, eligibility requirements, and deadlines — and apply directly to the funder when you find a fit.

255 grants
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US $50,000 - US $500,000
MICHIGAN HEALTH ENDOWMENT FUND · Rolling / Open Foundation

MIHEF Behavioral Health RFP Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Michigan Health Endowment Fund Amount: US $50,000 - US $500,000 Last Updated: March 02, 2026 Summary The Michigan Health Endowment Fund is…

MONTANA MENTAL HEALTH TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Background 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…

Youth Service America · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview National Days of Service Lead Agency Grants 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…

New Jersey Department of Law & Public Safety · Rolling / Open Foundation

New Jersey Summer Expansion Project Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: New Jersey Department of Law & Public Safety Amount: US $5,000 - US $30,000 Last Updated: January 27, 2026 Summary The New Jersey…

New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development · Rolling / Open Foundation

New Jersey Youth Corps (NJYC) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development Last Updated: April 10, 2025 Summary The New Jersey Youth Corps (NJYC) program…

New Mexico Childrens Foundation · January 31, 2027 · Annual Foundation

New Mexico Children's Foundation Annual Grant Program Overview: New Mexico Children's Foundation provides annual grants to small, community-based nonprofit organizations serving children in New…

US $10,000 - US $50,000
NORTHERN TRUST FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Northern Trust Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Northern Trust Foundation Amount: US $10,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: April 03, 2026 Summary Overview Note: If you are deemed eligible for a…

$5,000 (winner); $500 (finalists)
THE FRIENDS OF THE OAKLAND PUBLIC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Oakland Youth Poet Laureate Program Scholarship Funder: Friends of the Oakland Public Library Geographic Scope: Oakland, CA Program Focus: Poetry, youth literary arts, recognition of young writers…

OAK PARK-RIVER FOREST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Overall Goal for Community Grants Promote a community of safety and belonging and positive health across west Cook County. The Foundation will support organizations and collaborative efforts…

ACT FOR ALEXANDRIA · Rolling / Open Foundation

Organizational Resilience Capacity Building Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Act For Alexandria Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: November 11, 2025 Summary The Organizational Resilience Capacity…

Ontario Trillium Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

OTF: Youth Innovations Scale Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ontario Trillium Foundation Amount: Up to C $150,000 Last Updated: September 22, 2025 Summary The OTF Youth Innovations Scale Grant supports…

MAX AND MARIAN FARASH CHARITABLE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Out-of-School Time - Full Year and After School Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Max And Marian Farash Charitable Foundation Amount: US $21,000 - US $600,000 Last Updated: November 10, 2025 Summary The…

OWEN & JEAN PRITCHARD FDN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview The Owen & Jean Pritchard Foundation is a private foundation based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It gives about $82,000 annually in grants with a median of about $5000. The foundation's…

Pacific Youth Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: Grant requests are exclusively by invitation and must be submitted through an electronic application. After all documents has been received and reviewed by staff, the Board of…

NATIONAL ENERGY EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

PEEP Afterschool Program Funder: National Energy Education Development (NEED) Project in partnership with PECO (Philadelphia Electric Company) and United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New…

Perry County - Missouri · Rolling / Open Foundation

Perry County Youth Tax Board - Large Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Perry County - Missouri Amount: More than US $1,500 Last Updated: March 17, 2025 Summary The Perry County Youth Tax Board oversees…

INDEPENDENCE PUBLIC MEDIA OF · Rolling / Open Foundation

Philadelphia Student Mediamaker Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: People’s Media Fund Amount: US $1,000 - US $1,500 Last Updated: February 18, 2026 Summary The Philadelphia Student Mediamaker Fund,…

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of youth services grants are available?
Youth Services Grants come from a mix of sources. Federal grants typically have the largest awards but more competition. State programs often pass through federal funding with state-specific priorities. Foundation grants tend to be smaller but more flexible, with funders looking for organizations whose mission aligns with their giving priorities.
Who is eligible for youth services grants?
Eligibility varies by funder. Most grants require 501(c)(3) nonprofit status, though some are open to schools, government agencies, businesses, or individuals. Each listing on this page links to the source application where you can find specific eligibility criteria, required documents, and how to apply.
How do I apply for youth services grants?
Start by reviewing the listings below for grants that match your organization's mission and stage. Click through to each grant's source page for full application details. Most funders require an organizational profile, project narrative, budget, and supporting documents. Apply early — competitive grants often close before their deadline.

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