Youth Development Grants in District of Columbia

111 foundations fund youth development programs in District of Columbia. 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 District of Columbia, 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 District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia 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
Start Early

Chicago, IL

Annual Giving

$36.8M

Total Assets

$124.4M

Median Grant

$223K

O99Regional
JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT USA

COLORADO SPRINGS, CO

Annual Giving

$27M

Total Assets

$70.1M

Median Grant

$45K

O53National
FOUNDATION FOR JEWISH CAMP INC

NEW YORK, NY

Annual Giving

$12.2M

Total Assets

$68.7M

Median Grant

$18K

O43National
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
SOUTH WARD ALLIANCE

NEWARK, NJ

Annual Giving

$9.6M

Total Assets

$8.6M

Median Grant

$111K

O99Local
TICKETS FOR KIDS FOUNDATION

PITTSBURGH, PA

Annual Giving

$9.4M

Total Assets

$722K

Median Grant

$9K

O50National
GIRL SCOUTS OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

NEW YORK, NY

Annual Giving

$8.2M

Total Assets

$307.4M

Median Grant

$40K

O420National
National 4-H Council

WASHINGTON, DC

Annual Giving

$7.4M

Total Assets

$140.7M

Median Grant

$73K

O52ZNational
BIG WIN PHILANTHROPY INC

GREENS FARMS, CT

Annual Giving

$5.1M

Total Assets

$139M

Median Grant

$31K

O50Regional
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
DURANT FAMILY CHARITABLE FOUNDATION C/O GELFANDRENNERT & FELDMAN LLC

WHITE PLAINS, NY

Annual Giving

$3.5M

Total Assets

$647K

Median Grant

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O12National
Genesis Inspiration Foundation

Fountain Valley, CA

Annual Giving

$3.2M

Total Assets

$3.1M

Median Grant

$50K

O12National
PGA TOUR CHARITIES INC

PONTE VEDRA BEACH, FL

Annual Giving

$2.9M

Total Assets

$4.5M

Median Grant

$18K

O50ZRegional
THE 3 C'S FOUNDATION INC

CORAL GABLES, FL

Annual Giving

$2.3M

Total Assets

$27.6M

Median Grant

$78K

O50Regional
RAYS BASEBALL FOUNDATION INC

ST PETERSBURG, FL

Annual Giving

$1.9M

Total Assets

$2.8M

Median Grant

$15K

O50Local
ONE ROOF FOUNDATION

Seattle, WA

Annual Giving

$1.6M

Total Assets

$5.6M

Median Grant

$32K

O99Local
OLESON FOUNDATION

TRAVERSE CITY, MI

Annual Giving

$1.6M

Total Assets

$22.8M

Median Grant

$10K

O99Local
HOUSTON TEXANS FOUNDATION

HOUSTON, TX

Annual Giving

$1.6M

Total Assets

$2.9M

Median Grant

$20K

O54Local
STAND FOR CHILDREN INC

PORTLAND, OR

Annual Giving

$1.5M

Total Assets

$18M

Median Grant

$92K

O01Regional
EMPOWERING AMERICAN COMMUNITIES

CHEHALIS, WA

Annual Giving

$1.3M

Total Assets

$100

Median Grant

$22K

O19National
Outride fka The Specialized Foundation

Morgan Hill, CA

Annual Giving

$1.2M

Total Assets

$3.3M

Median Grant

$11K

O05National

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