Youth & Children Grants

11,185 foundations$15.1B total annual giving$10K median grant73 states with funders

Discover 11,185 grantmaking foundations funding youth & children programs, with combined annual giving of $15.1B. The median grant size for youth & children is $10K.

Youth & Children Grantmaking at a Glance

Foundations

11,185

Total Annual Giving

$15.1B

Total Assets Under Management

$209.9B

Median Grant Size

$10K

States with Funders

73

Total Grants on Record

0

Open Grant Opportunities

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

Open nowCloses in 3 days (Sep 30, 2026)

2026–2027 Online Grant Application

From Frenchmans Reserve Charitable Foundation

EducationHealth and WellnessSocial Services+3 more

Who can apply: Applicant 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 solicitation registrations in Florida, provide significant direct services to residents of Northern Palm Beach County, and request funding for a project or program within the Foundation’s areas of focus. National organizations must operate locally and independently under a separate EIN. Grants to individuals, private foundations, sectarian/religious purposes, political organizations, national organizations without a local independent chapter, multi-year grants, debt reduction, and bridge loans are not funded.

Open nowCloses in 3 days (Sep 30, 2026)

Fasken Foundation Grants

From Texas Rural Funders

Capacity BuildingCommunity DevelopmentEducation+1 more

Who can apply: 501(c)(3) organizations serving the Permian Basin of West Texas.

Open nowCloses in 3 days (Sep 30, 2026)Award: $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 nowCloses in 14 days (Oct 11, 2026)Award: Up to $25K

Fall Grant Cycle (Small & Broad-Impact Grants)

From Snowshoe Foundation

HealthHuman ServicesEducation and the Arts+5 more

Who can apply: Only non-profit and school organizations are eligible. Projects must benefit communities in Pocahontas, Randolph, and Webster counties and align with the Foundation's priorities. The maximum request amount is $25,000.

Open nowRolling / open intake

Abuse Prevention Funding

From Rlc Family Foundation

abuse preventionchild abuse preventionsexual abuse prevention+4 more

Who can apply: Open to 501(c)(3) organizations based in Utah, Idaho, Arizona, Colorado, Wyoming, or Nevada that specialize in abuse prevention training, resources, or activities.

Open nowCloses Nov 2, 2026Award: $10K – $125K

Cafritz Foundation Grant Program

From Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation

Arts and humanitiesCommunity servicesChildren, youth and families+11 more

Who can apply: Nonprofit organizations whose work benefits residents of the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area and aligns with one or more of the Foundation's five funding priorities. The Foundation emphasizes work that advances equity and supports historically underrepresented communities, access to opportunity, and a stronger regional community.

Want every open grant matched to your nonprofit — not just these? Kindora scores your fit and tracks the deadlines for you.

Find My Grant Matches

Deadlines and program details come from public sources and can change. Always confirm on the funder's official site before applying.

Largest Youth & Children Foundations

CENTRAL FLORIDA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH NETWORK INC

TAMPA, FL

Annual Giving

$293.6M

Total Assets

$45M

Median Grant

$582K

P30Local
BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF AMERICA

ATLANTA, GA

Annual Giving

$120.5M

Total Assets

$95.2M

Median Grant

$52K

O230National
FLORIDA NETWORK OF YOUTH AND FAMILY SERVICES INC

TALLAHASSEE, FL

Annual Giving

$51.4M

Total Assets

$13M

Median Grant

$1M

P300Local
Boys & Girls Clubs of America (Group Return)

Atlanta, GA

Annual Giving

$45.7M

Total Assets

$47.8M

Median Grant

$76K

O23National
Start Early

Chicago, IL

Annual Giving

$36.8M

Total Assets

$124.4M

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

$32M

Total Assets

$161.9M

Median Grant

$1.7M

P300National
MICHIGAN MASONIC CHARITABLE FOUNDATION

ALMA, MI

Annual Giving

$27.7M

Total Assets

$137.1M

Median Grant

$23K

O55Regional
JACKSON COUNTY COMMUNITY CHILDREN'S SERVICES FUND

KANSAS CITY, MO

Annual Giving

$27.4M

Total Assets

$30.5M

Median Grant

$171K

P30Local
JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT USA

COLORADO SPRINGS, CO

Annual Giving

$27M

Total Assets

$70.1M

Median Grant

$45K

O53National

Explore Youth & Children Foundations

Loading foundations...

Youth & Children(locked)

Where Youth & Children Funders Are Located

Top 15 states by foundation count

CaliforniaView all
Foundations

1,058

Total Giving

$920.8M

Foundations

869

Total Giving

$973.4M

FloridaView all
Foundations

822

Total Giving

$881.1M

New YorkView all
Foundations

554

Total Giving

$777.1M

IllinoisView all
Foundations

485

Total Giving

$236M

PennsylvaniaView all
Foundations

473

Total Giving

$126.4M

Foundations

423

Total Giving

$200.7M

ON
Foundations

402

Total Giving

$21.8M

MassachusettsView all
Foundations

351

Total Giving

$246.3M

MichiganView all
Foundations

291

Total Giving

$107.2M

QC
Foundations

273

Total Giving

$1.3M

New JerseyView all
Foundations

264

Total Giving

$280.4M

GeorgiaView all
Foundations

239

Total Giving

$324M

MissouriView all
Foundations

236

Total Giving

$218.6M

North CarolinaView all
Foundations

232

Total Giving

$142.4M

Types of Foundations in Youth & Children

Family Foundation3,830 (34.2%)

$1.9B in annual giving

Independent Foundation2,749 (24.6%)

$1.7B in annual giving

Operating Nonprofit1,674 (15.0%)

$868.5M in annual giving

Private Operating Foundation512 (4.6%)

$77.8M in annual giving

Service Club / Fraternal365 (3.3%)

$195.4M in annual giving

Requires Review319 (2.9%)

$22.9M in annual giving

Corporate Foundation254 (2.3%)

$217.8M in annual giving

Other1,482 (13.2%)

$10.1B in annual giving

Typical Grant Profile in Youth & Children

Median Grant Size

$10K

New Grantee Rate

39%

Accept Unsolicited Proposals

71%

Most Recent Filing Year

2026

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 11,185 grantmaking foundations that fund youth & children programs across 73 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 (1,058), Texas (869), Florida (822). Use the geographic breakdown above to see the full distribution.
How do I find youth & children grants for my nonprofit?
Kindora's free funder database includes 11,185 foundations funding youth & children with IRS 990 financial data, grant history, and geographic reach. Use the interactive discovery table above to filter by state, foundation type, and grant size. Sign up for a free account to access AI-powered grant intelligence including fit scores and application tips.

Unlock AI-Powered Youth & Children Grant Intelligence

Sign up free to discover which youth & children foundations are the best fit for your nonprofit.

Get Started Free

Get the Full Picture on Youth & Children Foundations

Create a free Kindora account to unlock AI insights, detailed grant history, similar funders, and personalized matching for 11,185 youth & children foundations.

Free plan available
No annual contracts
Cancel anytime
Free weekly newsletter

The Grant Brief

Weekly grant intelligence for social impact leaders. Curated opportunities, funding trends, and strategic insights — free.

Join 500+ social impact leaders. Unsubscribe anytime. Privacy Policy

Weekly grant intelligence in your inbox. No spam — unsubscribe anytime.