Discover 8,257 grantmaking foundations funding youth development programs, with combined annual giving of $20.8B. The median grant size for youth development is $10K.
Foundations
8,257
Total Annual Giving
$20.8B
Total Assets Under Management
$179B
Median Grant Size
$10K
States with Funders
58
Total Grants on Record
186,867
Live programs funding youth development that your nonprofit can apply to now.
From Rollin M Gerstacker Foundation
Who can apply: The Foundation prefers projects with a strong positive impact on communities, broad community reach, and demonstrated initiative, commitment, accountability, and long-term sustainability through local involvement. Applicants must be eligible nonprofits and submit an online application.
Who can apply: Only sponsoring 501(c)(3) Churches or Agencies may apply. Preference for new projects, individual-focused interventions, and short-term funding.
From Geo & A Atkinson Charitable Fnd Foundation C/O Farmers & Merchant Trust
Who can apply: Applicants should review the foundation’s funding priorities and eligibility guidelines before applying. Requests must align with the sub-program area and be submitted through the online grants portal.
Who can apply: 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations serving Allen County; mission-driven, well-governed, results-oriented organizations that serve individuals with the greatest economic need and least opportunity. See downloadable Guidelines for details.
From Carolyn Community Grp Homes Foundation
Who can apply: Programs providing high-quality youth development for underrepresented youth ages 13-18 in New Haven; community-led organizations prioritized; annual budgets ~ $1M or less for community-led category.
Who can apply: Programs focused on youth ages 13-18 (grades 7-12) in New Haven; community-led organizations prioritized, particularly with annual budgets ~ $1M or less for community-led category; must align with Foundation's research-based best practices.
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| Foundation | Location | Annual Giving | Total Assets | Median Grant | NTEE | Scope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF AMERICA | ATLANTA, GA | $120.5M | $95.2M | $52K | O230 | National |
| IPTAY | CLEMSON, SC | $73.9M | $154.5M | $73.9M | O50 | Local |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of America (Group Return) | Atlanta, GA | $45.7M | $47.8M | $76K | O23 | National |
| Start Early | Chicago, IL | $36M | $129.4M | $223K | O99 | Regional |
| NATIONAL BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA FOUNDATION | Irving, TX | $33.9M | $137.8M | $26K | O41 | National |
| MICHIGAN MASONIC CHARITABLE FOUNDATION | ALMA, MI | $27.7M | $137.1M | $23K | O55 | National |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters Of America | Tampa, FL | $26.3M | $37.3M | $93K | O55 | National |
| BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF VENICE | VENICE, CA | $21.8M | — | $21.8M | O23Z | Local |
| BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS IN TENNESSEE | KNOXVILLE, TN | $19.6M | $1.8M | $103K | O192 | Local |
| JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT USA | COLORADO SPRINGS, CO | $15.5M | $57.2M | $45K | O53 | National |
ATLANTA, GA
$120.5M
$95.2M
$52K
Atlanta, GA
$45.7M
$47.8M
$76K
Irving, TX
$33.9M
$137.8M
$26K
ALMA, MI
$27.7M
$137.1M
$23K
Tampa, FL
$26.3M
$37.3M
$93K
KNOXVILLE, TN
$19.6M
$1.8M
$103K
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO
$15.5M
$57.2M
$45K
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Top 15 states by foundation count
| State | Foundations | Total Annual Giving | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| California | 877 | $1.3B | View all in California | |
| Texas | 710 | $1.6B | View all in Texas | |
| Florida | 666 | $1.1B | View all in Florida | |
| New York | 453 | $981.2M | View all in New York | |
| Illinois | 382 | $393.5M | View all in Illinois | |
| Ohio | 369 | $475.1M | View all in Ohio | |
| Pennsylvania | 362 | $250.3M | View all in Pennsylvania | |
| Massachusetts | 298 | $511.1M | View all in Massachusetts | |
| Michigan | 247 | $173.7M | View all in Michigan | |
| New Jersey | 203 | $715.7M | View all in New Jersey | |
| Georgia | 197 | $915.6M | View all in Georgia | |
| Wisconsin | 194 | $227M | View all in Wisconsin | |
| Washington | 192 | $1.1B | View all in Washington | |
| North Carolina | 189 | $266.4M | View all in North Carolina | |
| Missouri | 184 | $141.2M | View all in Missouri |
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$12.3B in annual giving
Median Grant Size
$10K
New Grantee Rate
63%
Accept Unsolicited Proposals
87%
Most Recent Filing Year
2026
The typical Youth Development foundation awards grants of $10K. Approximately 63% of Youth Development foundations actively fund new organizations, and 87% accept unsolicited proposals.
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