10,070 foundations$15.5B total annual giving$10K median grant62 states with funders
Discover 10,070 grantmaking foundations funding youth & children programs, with combined annual giving of $15.5B. The median grant size for youth & children is $10K.
Youth & Children Grantmaking at a Glance
Foundations
10,070
Total Annual Giving
$15.5B
Total Assets Under Management
$210.1B
Median Grant Size
$10K
States with Funders
62
Total Grants on Record
308,487
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Open nowCloses in 3 days (Aug 15, 2026)Award: Up to $5K
Youth, Children & FamiliesPublic & Society BenefitHealth & Human Services+1 more
Who can apply: Open to Black-led nonprofits based in Frederick County; must qualify as a 501(c)(3) or be fiscally sponsored by one; not in startup phase (typically operating for less than 2 years); actively providing services during the past year; and have 100% board giving. Moderate to larger organizations should have at least 6 board members; smaller or emergent organizations should have 3-4 board members.
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.
Children & YouthCommunity ImprovementEducation+3 more
Who can apply: Open to organizations with 501(c)(3) status, fiscal sponsors that are 501(c)(3)s, churches, schools, or units of government. Programs must benefit individuals within a 50-mile radius of Peoria, IL excluding Knox and McLean Counties. One application per grant program per year; applicants must be current on grant evaluations.
EducationHealth and WellnessSocial Services+3 more
Who can apply: Must be a registered 501(c)(3) public charity in good standing with the IRS; current and in good standing with the State of Florida; maintain required Florida solicitation registrations; provide significant direct services to residents of Northern Palm Beach County; if affiliated with a national organization, operate locally and independently under a separate EIN; request funding for a project or program within the foundation’s areas of focus. The foundation does not fund individuals, private foundations, most organizations serving principally outside Northern Palm Beach County, sectarian/religious purposes unless non-denominational and open to all without religious programming, political lobbying/campaigning/political organizations/candidacies, national organizations without a local independently operated chapter and separate EIN, multi-year grants, debt reduction, or bridge loans.
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.
The typical Youth & Children foundation awards grants of $10K. Approximately 39% of Youth & Children foundations actively fund new organizations, and 71% accept unsolicited proposals.
Frequently Asked Questions About Youth & Children Grants
How many foundations fund youth & children?
There are 10,070 grantmaking foundations that fund youth & children programs across 62 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, FLORIDA NETWORK OF YOUTH AND FAMILY SERVICES INC, with combined giving of $465.6M.
Which states have the most youth & children funders?
The states with the most youth & children foundations are California (1,055), 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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