Youth Development Grants in Arkansas

34 foundations fund youth development programs in Arkansas. See who they are, what they give, and how to reach them.

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These foundations have a track record of funding youth development work in Arkansas, based on IRS 990 grant data. Use the list below to find funders aligned with your mission, then sign up free to see how well your nonprofit fits each one.

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Live programs funding youth development in Arkansas that your nonprofit can apply to now.

Open nowCloses in 3 days (Nov 15, 2026)

Community Impact Grants

From Usa Swimming

Competitive swimmingEquitable accessDiversity and inclusion+1 more

Who can apply: USA Swimming Year-Round member clubs may apply. Applicants must be currently registered USA Swimming year-round club members in Good Standing and intend to renew membership for the grant year.

Open nowCloses in 18 days (Nov 30, 2026)

Backyard Giving Grants

From Chs Foundation

community developmentlocal projectsyouth and families

Who can apply: Projects serving Twin Cities communities; follows CHS community giving guidelines.

Open nowCloses in 19 days (Dec 1, 2026)

KFA — Supporting the Leaders of Tomorrow (K-12 STEM Grants)

From Kuraray Foundation of America

K-12 STEM educationYouth workforce developmentEducational program support

Who can apply: U.S. tax-exempt organizations and academic institutions; priority to projects with employee volunteer involvement and serving Kuraray communities.

Open nowCloses in 22 days (Dec 4, 2026)Award: $1K – $5K

Aratani C.A.R.E. Awards

From Aratani Foundation

Japanese American and Nikkei community advancementTraditional artsSocial sciences+12 more

Who can apply: Applicants must propose projects that benefit the Japanese American community and, preferably, enhance ties between the Japanese American and UCLA communities. Nonprofit organizations and qualified individuals may apply. Projects must be completed within 12 months or less and must not have been completed before application. Complete online applications and all required documentation are required; no partial, late, physical-mail, or email applications are accepted. Awardees must acknowledge the UCLA Asian American Studies Center and the George and Sakaye Aratani CARE Award as co-sponsors, and submit a final expense report, project summary, and project products by the end of the award period.

Open nowCloses Dec 15, 2026

National PAL Membership — Access to Grants & Federal Programs

From National Association of Police Athletic/Activities League

youth developmentmentoringsports and recreation+3 more

Who can apply: Must be a registered/renewing National PAL member chapter. Chapters should follow National PAL membership registration requirements (bylaws, Letter of Engagement, and 501(c)(3) paperwork if applicable). Specific eligibility for individual grants/opportunities varies by opportunity and is accessed via the membership portal.

Open nowCloses Dec 31, 2026Award: $5K – $30K

Daycroft Foundation Grants (Scholarships, Camperships, Special Projects)

From Daycroft School Foundation

Christian Science educationYouth scholarshipsSummer camperships+3 more

Who can apply: Applicants must be organizations with 501(c)(3) nonprofit status in the United States that educate young people in harmony with the teachings of Christian Science. Grants are not made to individuals. Giving is generally directed to children and young people from nursery school through Grade 12, with primary support for scholarships, camperships, and activities having a direct impact on young Christian Scientists.

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Largest Youth Development in Arkansas Foundations

BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF AMERICA

ATLANTA, GA

Annual Giving

$120.5M

Total Assets

$95.2M

Median Grant

$52K

O230National
Boys & Girls Clubs of America (Group Return)

Atlanta, GA

Annual Giving

$45.7M

Total Assets

$47.8M

Median Grant

$76K

O23National
JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT USA

COLORADO SPRINGS, CO

Annual Giving

$27M

Total Assets

$70.1M

Median Grant

$45K

O53National
Big Brothers Big Sisters Of America

Tampa, FL

Annual Giving

$21M

Total Assets

$51M

Median Grant

$93K

O55National
GOOD SPORTS INC

BRAINTREE, MA

Annual Giving

$11.2M

Total Assets

$13.8M

Median Grant

$13K

O50National
TICKET TO DREAM FOUNDATION

ROSEVILLE, CA

Annual Giving

$10.5M

Total Assets

$3.5M

Median Grant

$56K

O12National
GIRL SCOUTS OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

NEW YORK, NY

Annual Giving

$8.2M

Total Assets

$307.4M

Median Grant

$40K

O420National
OKLAHOMA ALLIANCE OF YMCAS

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK

Annual Giving

$8.1M

Total Assets

$543K

Median Grant

$15K

O50Regional
National 4-H Council

WASHINGTON, DC

Annual Giving

$7.4M

Total Assets

$140.7M

Median Grant

$73K

O52ZNational
GIRLS INC

NEW YORK, NY

Annual Giving

$5M

Total Assets

$88M

Median Grant

$57K

O220National
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF POLICE ATHLETIC/ACTIVITIES LEAGUE INC

CHARLOTTE, NC

Annual Giving

$3.6M

Total Assets

$3.6M

Median Grant

$21K

O032National
HOUSTON TEXANS FOUNDATION

HOUSTON, TX

Annual Giving

$1.6M

Total Assets

$2.9M

Median Grant

$20K

O54Local
Outride fka The Specialized Foundation

Morgan Hill, CA

Annual Giving

$1.2M

Total Assets

$3.3M

Median Grant

$11K

O05National
Future Farmers of America

Indianapolis, IN

Annual Giving

$1.2M

Total Assets

$40.6M

Median Grant

$10K

O52ZNational
BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA

Irving, TX

Annual Giving

$1.1M

Total Assets

$837.4M

Median Grant

$6K

O410National
GLOBAL GLOW

SANTA ANA, CA

Annual Giving

$1M

Total Assets

$962K

Median Grant

$17K

O22National
DREAMCHASERS

CLARKSVILLE, TN

Annual Giving

$777K

Total Assets

$360K

Median Grant

$10K

O12Local
WALTER O CALDWELL FOUNDATION

FORT SMITH, AR

Annual Giving

$633K

Total Assets

$1.1M

Median Grant

$5K

O99Local
STRIDER EDUCATION FOUNDATION INC

RAPID CITY, SD

Annual Giving

$617K

Total Assets

$2.3M

Median Grant

$8K

O50National
GIRLS ON THE RUN INTERNATIONAL INC

CHARLOTTE, NC

Annual Giving

$551K

Total Assets

$10.8M

Median Grant

$13K

O50National
Youth Service America

Washington, DC

Annual Giving

$517K

Total Assets

$861K

Median Grant

$9K

O51ZNational
FORT SMITH BOYS CLUB CHARITABLE FOUNDATION TRUST

FORT SMITH, AR

Annual Giving

$337K

Total Assets

$6.4M

Median Grant

$324K

O112Local
ATHLETES OF PROMISE FOUNDATION

NORTH LITTLE ROCK, AR

Annual Giving

$315K

Total Assets

$44K

Median Grant

$8K

O50Local
With God All Things Are Possible

Colorado Springs, CO

Annual Giving

$282K

Total Assets

$5.6M

Median Grant

$11K

O99National
ALLIANCE FOR A HEALTHIER GENERATION

PORTLAND, OR

Annual Giving

$213K

Total Assets

$25.9M

Median Grant

$8K

O50National

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