Grants for Nonprofits - Youth

The Youth Fund by Crossroads Fund offers grants ranging from $5,000 to $15,000 to youth activists (up to 26 years old) in selected counties of Illinois and Indiana, specifically Chicago and Gary, who are working on social justice projects in areas such as community, education, health, environment, violence, and media, with a focus on challenging policies and structures that hinder equality in their communities.

This program provides funding for short-term arts residencies in schools and community organizations, enabling professional artists to engage with students and educators through hands-on, curriculum-based arts activities.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for community-driven initiatives focused on substance abuse prevention, youth activities, economic development, and assistance for low-income households in specific counties of West Virginia and Ohio.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that empower youth through physical fitness, literacy, and community engagement initiatives, particularly in New England.

This grant provides financial and technical support to local governments, academic institutions, and non-profits for projects that improve water quality, restore waterways, enhance climate resilience, and promote environmental stewardship in Maryland.

This grant provides funding to community organizations in Sacramento for projects that protect and improve local water quality by preventing stormwater pollution.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in Oakland that create innovative programs to improve early childhood language and literacy development for underserved families and communities.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and local governments in Texas to deliver essential services for individuals and families facing homelessness, housing instability, or fleeing domestic violence and human trafficking.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations and community groups in Colorado working to improve access to reproductive health services and education, particularly for historically marginalized populations.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations serving Johnston County, North Carolina, to address local community needs through various charitable initiatives.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to rural and tribal schools in North Dakota to create before-school physical activity programs that promote student health and improve academic performance through structured high-intensity exercise.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations and individuals in Rockford to develop programs that address economic development, violence prevention, and community reinvestment in areas disproportionately affected by past cannabis laws.

This funding initiative provides financial support to childcare providers in East Grand Forks to help reduce operational costs and improve service quality, ultimately increasing the availability of childcare slots in the community.

This grant provides financial support to local nonprofits and educational institutions that serve the youth of Waynesboro and Eastern Augusta County in Virginia.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in North Carolina that focus on improving health and education for children, particularly in underserved communities, and supports the growth of youth hockey initiatives.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and public agencies in Illinois to create transitional housing for victims of violent crime, helping them regain stability and access essential services.

This initiative provides funding to licensed childcare providers in Central Alabama to expand their facilities and increase enrollment in early learning programs.

This grant provides financial support to Manhattan-based nonprofits for projects that enhance community well-being, promote environmental conservation, and develop recreational infrastructure in the area.

This funding opportunity provides financial support and resources to early-stage education leaders and entrepreneurs developing innovative public school models and educational solutions that promote equity and inclusivity for marginalized students.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in Will County, Illinois, that provide innovative programs addressing youth opportunities, community health, and financial security to promote equity and long-term stability.