Youth Development Grants

As of July 2026, Grantoria lists 248 Youth Development Grants — 39 open right now, across 101 funding agencies. Award amounts range $1K to $156.29M. The next application deadline is July 20, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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248total grants
39open now
101agencies
$1K–$156.29Mfunding range
Jul 20next deadline
OPEN Hard to apply

CDC National Centers of Excellence in Youth Violence Prevention (YVPCs): Rigorous Evaluation of Prevention Approaches to Prevent and Reduce Youth Violence

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) National Center for Injury Prevention and Control (NCIPC) seeks investigator-initiated research proposals to expand the evidence base for…

🏛 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - ERA 📋 CFDA 93.136 ⏰ Dec 1, 2026 💰 up to $1,200,000
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OPEN Moderate to apply

Permanent Local Housing Allocation/ 2024 PLHA NOFA

1. The predevelopment, development, acquisition, rehabilitation, and preservation of multifamily, residential live-work, rental housing that is affordable to extremely low-, very low-, low-, or moderate-income households,…

🏛 Department of Housing and Community Development (California) ⏰ Feb 28, 2027 💰 up to $7,555,327
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OPEN Hard to apply

U.S. EMBASSY TO LIBYA PAS ANNUAL PROGRAM STATEMENT

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE U.S. EMBASSY TO LIBYA, PUBLIC AFFAIRS SECTION Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) Funding Opportunity Title: U.S. Embassy to Libya PAS Annual Program…

🏛 U.S. Mission to Tunisia 📋 CFDA 19.040 ⏰ Jan 1, 2099 💰 $500 – $25,000
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Frequently asked questions

How many youth development grants are available?
Grantoria currently lists 248 youth development grants, of which 39 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 July 20, 2026 — about 3 days away. Deadlines vary by program; open any grant to see its exact closing date and application window.
Who is eligible for youth development grants?
Eligibility is set by each funding program, but youth development grants in this category most often support: Nonprofits, Public Authority, Tribal Nation and Public K-12 School. Check each grant's eligibility summary for the exact applicant types and requirements.
How much funding is available?
Award sizes range from $1K to $156.29M, 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 youth development grants, 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 Youth Development grants

Youth development grants support programs that empower young people through mentoring, skill-building, and community engagement initiatives. With 248 active grants listed in this category, opportunities span from after-school programs to leadership training. Top funders include the Administration for Children & Families and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, reflecting the broad scope of youth-focused investments.

Most youth development grants range from $250K to $500K and use competitive applications, with 85% following this model. Typical recipients are 501(c)(3) nonprofits and public schools targeting low-income youth and young adults. Common funding focuses on program implementation, capacity building, and training. Note that about one in five grants require cost-sharing, so filter accordingly when searching.