Grants for Children (under 12)

As of October 2026, Grantoria lists 356 Grants for Children (under 12) — 57 open right now, across 103 funding agencies. Award amounts range $2.5K to $79.66M. The next application deadline is October 22, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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356total grants
57open now
103agencies
$2.5K–$79.66Mfunding range
Oct 22next deadline
OPEN Hard to apply

Infant-Toddler Court Program–State Awards

The Infant-Toddler Court Program (ITCP) State Awards allow states and communities to support and expand use of enhanced child welfare practices in communities across the country…

🏛 Health Resources and Services Administration 📋 CFDA 93.110 ⏰ Apr 21, 2027 💰 $700,000 – $700,000
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OPEN Hard to apply

Infant-Toddler Court Program–National Resource Center

The Infant-Toddler Court Program's (ITCP) National Resource Center (NRC) helps states and communities to strengthen and expand use of enhanced child welfare practices in communities across…

🏛 Health Resources and Services Administration 📋 CFDA 93.110 ⏰ Apr 21, 2027 💰 $6,750,000 – $6,750,000
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OPEN Hard to apply

Lifespan Respite Care Program: State Grants

ACL is seeking applications from eligible state agencies to advance the provision of respite services through statewide Lifespan Respite Care systems, as authorized under the Lifespan…

🏛 Administration for Community Living 📋 CFDA 93.072 ⏰ May 31, 2027 💰 $300,000 – $500,000
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OPEN Moderate to apply

2027 Child Advocacy Center Development

The goal and objective of the 2027 Child Advocacy Center Development funding is to support the growth of National Children’s Alliance (NCA) Children’s Advocacy Centers (CACs)…

🏛 Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency ⏰ May 31, 2027 💰 up to $300,000
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OPEN Hard to apply

2027 Satellite CAC Development

The goal and objective of the 2027 Satellite CAC Development funding is to support the development of satellite location(s) in counties in the Commonwealth that may…

🏛 Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency ⏰ May 31, 2027 💰 up to $300,000
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Frequently asked questions

How many grants for children (under 12) are available?
Grantoria currently lists 356 grants for children (under 12), of which 57 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 October 22, 2026 — about 2 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 $79.66M, 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 356 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.