Grants for Children (under 12)

As of June 2026, Grantoria lists 237 Grants for Children (under 12) — 70 open right now, across 57 funding agencies. Award amounts range $2.5K to $135M. The next application deadline is June 4, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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237total grants
70open now
57agencies
$2.5K–$135Mfunding range
Jun 4next deadline
CLOSING SOON 3 days left Hard to apply

FY27 CSI Intact Family Recovery

This grant award will have an initial period of performance starting in FY27 (07/01/2026 (or upon execution of the agreement) through 06/30/2029). A budget should be…

🏛 Illinois Department of Children and Family Services ⏰ Jun 4, 2026 💰 $1,083,240 – $1,093,692
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OPEN 8 days left Hard to apply

Innovative Approaches to Literacy 84.215G

The Employment and Training Administration at the U.S. Department of Labor (Labor), is soliciting applications in support of the administration of the Innovative Approaches to Literacy…

🏛 Office of Elementary and Secondary Education 📋 CFDA 84.215 ⏰ Jun 9, 2026
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OPEN 14 days left Hard to apply

Fiscal Year 2026 Expanding Nutrition Services

Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Expanding Nutrition Services (ENS) funding will support HRSA-funded health centers to increase access to nutrition services. Nutrition services can help to prevent,…

🏛 Health Resources and Services Administration 📋 CFDA 93.224 ⏰ Jun 15, 2026 💰 $350,000 – $350,000
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OPEN 14 days left Hard to apply

Pediatric Mental Health Care Access Program (PMHCA)

​​The Pediatric Mental Health Care Access (PMHCA) program helps improve mental and behavioral health for children and youth by giving pediatric primary care providers quick access…

🏛 Health Resources and Services Administration 📋 CFDA 93.828 ⏰ Jun 15, 2026 💰 up to $445,000
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OPEN 15 days left Hard to apply

Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS): Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP): State Personnel Development Grants (SPDG) Program, Assistance Listing Number 84.323A

For the addresses for obtaining and submitting an application, please refer to our Common Instructions for Applicants to Department of Education Discretionary Grant Programs, published in…

🏛 Department of Education 📋 CFDA 84.323 ⏰ Jun 16, 2026
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OPEN 15 days left Hard to apply

Indian Child Welfare Act Title II Grants – Public Safety

The Secretary of the Interior (Secretary), through the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), is soliciting grants from Indian Organizations to establish and operate off-reservation Indian child…

🏛 Bureau of Indian Affairs 📋 CFDA 15.144 ⏰ Jun 16, 2026 💰 $100,000 – $300,000
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OPEN 16 days left Hard to apply

FY27 480-10-3701 Early Childhood Block Grant: Preschool for All 3-5

To provide at least 12.5 hours weekly of high-quality preschool, including comprehensive developmental screening, bachelors-level early childhood licensed teachers, and standards-aligned research-based curriculum to provide children…

🏛 Illinois Department of Early Childhood ⏰ Jun 17, 2026
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Frequently asked questions

How many grants for children (under 12) are available?
Grantoria currently lists 237 grants for children (under 12), of which 70 are open for applications right now. The database is refreshed daily from official federal sources (Grants.gov and SAM.gov).
When is the next deadline?
The next application deadline is June 4, 2026 — about 3 days away. Deadlines vary by program; open any grant to see its exact closing date and application window.
How much funding is available?
Award sizes range from $2.5K to $135M, depending on the program and applicant. Each grant shows its specific funding range where the agency has published one.
Is Grantoria free to use?
Yes — Grantoria is completely free. No account or subscription is required to browse grants for children (under 12), view deadlines and eligibility, or reach the official application.
How do I apply?
Open any grant to see its full profile — eligibility, required documents, deadlines and a direct link to the official application on the funding agency's website. You apply through the federal portal; Grantoria simply helps you find the right opportunity.

About grants for Children (under 12)

Grants supporting children under 12 focus on health, development, and wellbeing across research, programming, and capacity building initiatives. The National Institutes of Health and Health Resources and Services Administration lead funding in this space, with 237 active grants currently available designed to improve outcomes for this vulnerable population.

Most grants follow competitive application processes and typically award between $375,000 and $950,000. Primary recipients include 501(c)(3) public charities, state governments, and tribal organizations working in child health and health equity. Filtering by agency, support type, and recipient category will help identify the most relevant opportunities for your organization.