State Youth Grants

This funding opportunity provides financial support to North Dakota organizations that deliver evidence-based prevention services to strengthen families and prevent children from entering foster care.

This program provides up to $5,000 in funding to municipalities, schools, health districts, and nonprofits in Connecticut to promote safe and sustainable transportation options, particularly for youth and underserved communities.

This grant provides financial support to public agencies in California to create or sustain after-school programs that enhance academic learning and ensure a safe environment for students in kindergarten through ninth grade.

This funding opportunity supports Oklahoma organizations in providing hands-on arts education programs that engage participants of all ages in skill-building experiences led by qualified teaching artists.

This program provides funding to help Title I schools and organizations in New York State cover costs for field trips that connect students from underserved communities to nature and historic sites.

This program provides funding to Wisconsin educators and organizations to develop innovative financial literacy education initiatives for K-12 students, ensuring they meet new graduation requirements.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments and school districts in Georgia to develop programs that prevent at-risk youth from entering the juvenile justice system through community-based interventions.

This funding initiative provides financial support to local law enforcement agencies and community organizations in Michigan to create and expand programs that engage youth through mentorship, athletics, and educational opportunities, aiming to prevent juvenile crime and foster positive relationships with law enforcement.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations in New Mexico that create outdoor recreation programs for youth, particularly those from low-income, rural, Indigenous, and underserved communities, while promoting environmental education and stewardship.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to community organizations in five Oregon counties to enhance early childhood development programs for children from prenatal stages to age six and their families, with a focus on equity and innovative approaches.

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Nebraska that deliver structured mentorship initiatives aimed at improving reading skills and academic success for elementary students.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments in Virginia for evidence-based programs that prevent youth delinquency and promote positive development in at-risk youth.

This grant provides financial support to licensed child care program owners in high-needs counties to expand their facilities by increasing capacity or relocating, thereby improving child care availability in their communities.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to rural and tribal schools in North Dakota for purchasing wellness equipment that promotes students' physical health and mental well-being.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Colorado schools and youth organizations to implement a peer-led suicide prevention program that promotes resilience and connection among youth.

The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity, Workforce Development (LEO-WD) is offering a grant opportunity called the Martin Luther King, Jr. - César Chávez - Rosa Parks (KCP) Initiative, Select Student Support Services (4S) funding. The 4S program is one of seven core programs under KCP and aims to develop retention programs for academically or economically disadvantaged legal residents of Michigan enrolled at 4-year public and independent educational institutions in the state. The goal of the program is to increase graduation rates by providing seed money that will stimulate institutional change and improve graduation rates of targeted students. The 4S funds will be awarded for a six-year grant cycle starting from October 1, 2023, to September 30, 2029. The application must be completed in its entirety, and no modifications or deletions are allowed. The maximum length for the application is 21 pages. The grant guidance, requirements, assurances, certifications, and application can be found on the KCP website. The application process is competitive and aims to meet all legislative and state requirements for equal access and opportunity. Applicants with disabilities can contact the WD's KCP Office for assistance, and any questions regarding the application should be directed to LEO-KCPInitiative@michigan.gov.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in New York State to create new youth-safe environments or enhance existing community spaces that promote mental wellness for young people aged 12 to 24.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations in Ohio looking to establish new Child Advocacy Centers that focus on preventing child abuse and neglect through collaborative, child-friendly services.

This funding opportunity is designed to help organizations provide essential eye exams and glasses to kindergarten through third-grade students in Ohio who face barriers to accessing vision care, ensuring they receive timely support for their educational success.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to pediatric and family medical practices in New York State to implement the HealthySteps model, which enhances early childhood development and mental health services for children ages 0–3 and their families, particularly in underserved areas.