Youth & Children Grants

10,053 foundations$14.7B total annual giving$10K median grant59 states with funders

Discover 10,053 grantmaking foundations funding youth & children programs, with combined annual giving of $14.7B. The median grant size for youth & children is $10K.

Youth & Children Grantmaking at a Glance

Foundations

10,053

Total Annual Giving

$14.7B

Total Assets Under Management

$204.2B

Median Grant Size

$10K

States with Funders

59

Total Grants on Record

229,207

Open Grant Opportunities

Live programs funding youth & children that your nonprofit can apply to now.

Open nowCloses in 18 days (Jul 15, 2026)Award: Up to $5K

IDEA Grants

From Ausherman Family Trust C/O Marvin E Ausherman Trustee

Youth, Children & FamiliesPublic & Society BenefitHealth & Human Services+1 more

Who can apply: Open to Black-led nonprofits based in Frederick County; organizations must qualify as a 501(c)(3) or be fiscally sponsored by one, actively provide services during the past year, and have at least three board members.

Open nowCloses Aug 31, 2026

Education Focus Funding

From Neag Foundation

Higher EducationK–12 educationEducation research and programs

Who can apply: 501(c)(3) organizations or eligible institutions whose programs further the Foundation’s mission in education and benefit the Foundation’s geographic focus areas.

Open nowCloses Sep 30, 2026Award: $5K – $25K

Schneider Foundation General Grants

From Schneider Foundation

educationgifted and talented childrenyouth development

Who can apply: Nonprofit organizations with a 501(c)(3) IRS determination letter. The foundation does not support individual scholarships, endowment campaigns, events, general fundraising drives, or nongovernmental agencies without 501(c)(3) status.

Open nowRolling / open intakeAward: Up to $750

Afterschool Program Grant

From Georgia Tennis Foundation

youth tennisafterschool programmingsports participation+1 more

Who can apply: A school OR tennis affiliated organization may apply; instructors/coaches must be Safe Play approved; program must be a minimum of 6 weeks long; funds may be used for equipment, marketing materials, coaching stipend, or court/facility fees.

Open nowRolling / open intakeAward: Up to $70K

Graduate: All Students Successful Grant

From John P Ellbogen Foundation C/O Mary Garland

educationstudent successgraduation rates+5 more

Who can apply: Applicants must be Wyoming school districts or community organizations committed to working across their communities to align goals and services, strengthen supports for vulnerable students, and increase post-graduation success. Interested applicants must first contact foundation staff before submitting complete proposals.

Open nowAward: $25K – $50K

BDFF General Grantmaking (BDFF 2026 Grant Application)

From Betty and Davis Fitzgerald Foundation

Education accessChild and youth mental healthWorkforce development (early childhood educators, K–12 teachers, mental health professionals)+4 more

Who can apply: Organization must be a 501(c)(3) or fiscally sponsored public charity; work primarily serves the 21-county Metro Atlanta region or statewide in Georgia; focus on improving access to education or mental health for children, youth, or families; work strengthens systems or infrastructure (e.g., workforce development, policy/advocacy, coordination, navigation); organization is rooted in or accountable to communities most affected by inequities.

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Largest Youth & Children Foundations

CENTRAL FLORIDA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH NETWORK INC

TAMPA, FL

Annual Giving

$288.7M

Total Assets

$41M

Median Grant

$582K

P30Local
BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF AMERICA

ATLANTA, GA

Annual Giving

$120.5M

Total Assets

$95.2M

Median Grant

$52K

O230National
IPTAY

CLEMSON, SC

Annual Giving

$73.9M

Total Assets

$154.5M

Median Grant

$73.9M

O50Local
Boys & Girls Clubs of America (Group Return)

Atlanta, GA

Annual Giving

$45.7M

Total Assets

$47.8M

Median Grant

$76K

O23National
FLORIDA NETWORK OF YOUTH AND FAMILY SERVICES INC

TALLAHASSEE, FL

Annual Giving

$41.8M

Total Assets

$8.5M

Median Grant

$1M

P300Local
Start Early

Chicago, IL

Annual Giving

$36M

Total Assets

$129.4M

Median Grant

$223K

O99Regional
NATIONAL BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA FOUNDATION

Irving, TX

Annual Giving

$33.9M

Total Assets

$137.8M

Median Grant

$26K

O41National
COVENANT HOUSE

NEW YORK, NY

Annual Giving

$32.3M

Total Assets

$159.8M

Median Grant

$1.7M

P300National
MICHIGAN MASONIC CHARITABLE FOUNDATION

ALMA, MI

Annual Giving

$27.7M

Total Assets

$137.1M

Median Grant

$23K

O55National
JACKSON COUNTY COMMUNITY CHILDREN'S SERVICES FUND

KANSAS CITY, MO

Annual Giving

$27.4M

Total Assets

$30.5M

Median Grant

$171K

P30Local

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Where Youth & Children Funders Are Located

Top 15 states by foundation count

CaliforniaView all
Foundations

1,054

Total Giving

$875.1M

Foundations

869

Total Giving

$858.1M

FloridaView all
Foundations

822

Total Giving

$866.4M

New YorkView all
Foundations

554

Total Giving

$714.8M

IllinoisView all
Foundations

483

Total Giving

$216.5M

PennsylvaniaView all
Foundations

474

Total Giving

$160.4M

Foundations

423

Total Giving

$184.6M

MassachusettsView all
Foundations

351

Total Giving

$239M

MichiganView all
Foundations

291

Total Giving

$101M

New JerseyView all
Foundations

264

Total Giving

$329.1M

GeorgiaView all
Foundations

239

Total Giving

$308M

MissouriView all
Foundations

236

Total Giving

$225.8M

North CarolinaView all
Foundations

232

Total Giving

$122.4M

WisconsinView all
Foundations

226

Total Giving

$103.4M

WashingtonView all
Foundations

214

Total Giving

$611.8M

Types of Foundations in Youth & Children

Family Foundation3,828 (38.1%)

$1.8B in annual giving

Independent Foundation2,683 (26.7%)

$1.5B in annual giving

Operating Nonprofit922 (9.2%)

$776.2M in annual giving

Private Operating Foundation512 (5.1%)

$71.7M in annual giving

Service Club / Fraternal367 (3.7%)

$193M in annual giving

Corporate Foundation254 (2.5%)

$239.3M in annual giving

Community Foundation232 (2.3%)

$231.1M in annual giving

Other1,255 (12.5%)

$9.9B in annual giving

Typical Grant Profile in Youth & Children

Median Grant Size

$10K

New Grantee Rate

62%

Accept Unsolicited Proposals

87%

Most Recent Filing Year

2026

The typical Youth & Children foundation awards grants of $10K. Approximately 62% of Youth & Children foundations actively fund new organizations, and 87% accept unsolicited proposals.

Frequently Asked Questions About Youth & Children Grants

How many foundations fund youth & children?
There are 10,053 grantmaking foundations that fund youth & children programs across 59 states.
What is the median grant size for youth & children?
The median grant from foundations funding youth & children is $10K. Actual grant sizes vary widely depending on the foundation's size and giving strategy.
What are the largest youth & children foundations?
The largest foundations funding youth & children by annual giving include CENTRAL FLORIDA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH NETWORK INC, BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF AMERICA, IPTAY, with combined giving of $483.1M.
Which states have the most youth & children funders?
The states with the most youth & children foundations are California (1,054), Texas (869), Florida (822). Use the geographic breakdown above to see the full distribution.
How do I find youth & children grants for my nonprofit?
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