Youth & Children Grants
Federal funding for youth development, early childhood education, after-school programs, and services supporting children and families.
Major Youth Programs
Head Start & Early Head Start
Early childhood education, health, nutrition, and family services for low-income families.
21st Century Learning Centers
After-school and summer learning programs for students in high-poverty schools.
Child Care Development Fund
Subsidies for child care and quality improvement for early learning programs.
Foster Care & Adoption
Child welfare programs, foster care support, and adoption assistance.
Youth Employment (WIOA)
Job training, summer employment, and career pathways for youth ages 14-24.
Juvenile Justice
Prevention, intervention, and treatment programs for youth in the justice system.
Programs by Age Group
0-5 Years
Head Start, Early Intervention, Child Care
6-12 Years
After-School, STEM, Arts Programs
13-17 Years
Youth Development, Job Training
18-24 Years
Workforce, Higher Ed, Transition
Who Can Apply?
Eligible Organizations
- ✓Schools and school districts
- ✓Nonprofit youth organizations
- ✓Child care providers
- ✓Community-based organizations
- ✓State and local agencies
Common Focus Areas
- •Early childhood development
- •Academic enrichment
- •Mental health and wellness
- •Career exploration
- •Family support services
Available Youth Grants
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