Youth Service Capacity-Building Grants
The Youth Service Capacity-Building Grants from the William T. Grant Foundation fund projects that strengthen NYC youth nonprofits' organizational infrastructure to reduce inequality.
Funder: William T. Grant Foundation
Due Dates: September 17, 2026: Full application deadline — applications due by 3:00 PM ET
Funding Amounts: $60,000 per award, disbursed over 3 years; $30,000 (Year 1), $20,000 (Year 2), $10,000 (Year 3, requires $10,000 match)
Summary: Supports small NYC nonprofits serving youth by funding organizational capacity-building activities to reduce inequality.
Key Information: 3 new grants awarded annually; only NYC-based, youth-focused nonprofits eligible.
Description
The Youth Service Capacity-Building Grants program is designed to strengthen the organizational infrastructure of small nonprofit organizations across New York City's five boroughs that directly serve youth ages 5 to 25. The program funds capacity-building projects—such as improvements in financial management, board development, strategic planning, IT, evaluation systems, and more—identified through formal or informal assessments. The ultimate goal is to help nonprofits become more stable and effective, thereby reducing inequality in youth outcomes. In addition to funding, grantees receive tailored technical assistance and participate in peer learning opportunities.
