Best Scouting Organization Grants in District of Columbia

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving youth in the District of Columbia can seek funding for programs, projects, or general operating support in creative arts, education, health, and play. With a mission to improve children’s lives, Pincus Family Foundation supports youth development and leadership initiatives that benefit marginalized communities and their families.

Youth-serving nonprofit community-based organizations in the District of Columbia can seek up to US $100,000 to run programs that prevent youth violence and support long-term wellbeing. Focused on youth development and leadership, the District of Columbia Office of the Attorney General invites proposals that identify and mitigate risk factors among young people, which may include scouting-style leadership initiatives.

Youth-serving 501(c)(3) nonprofits in the District of Columbia region can apply for England Family Foundation grants to support general operations or programs in youth leadership, education, family services, housing, food security, and community safety. DC-area scouting organizations that build youth leadership and civic engagement may be eligible if they actively serve local communities.

High school students involved with a YMCA program who want advocacy and leadership training can join this four-month Youth Advocate Program in the District of Columbia. With a mission to develop youth leadership, National Council of Young Mens Christian Assns of the USA provides students with policy education, peer networking, and hands-on experience meeting with Members of Congress alongside local Y leaders.

Youth-serving 501(c)(3) nonprofits and fiscally sponsored groups in the District of Columbia working in greater Takoma Park can access funding through the Greater Washington Community Foundation; awards US $1,000 - US $5,000 for mission-supporting work. Programs may include youth leadership, community connection, anti-racism and inclusion, or support for vulnerable and underrepresented residents.

Emerging cooperative leaders, new co-op professionals, and post-secondary students in North America can access leadership development and networking support through this 8‑month fellowship, including up to US $1,630 in stipends and honoraria. Cooperative Development Foundation supports civic and youth leadership by funding participation in events, training, and co-op tours in the District of Columbia and New York.

With a mission to support youth and families, nonprofits in the District of Columbia can seek up to US $250,000 to provide truancy reduction services for referred students and their families. Funding from the District of Columbia Office of the Deputy Mayor for Public Safety and Justice supports mental health, mentoring, enrichment, parent groups, and culturally competent youth development activities, including for scouting-age youth.

Youth-serving organizations in the District of Columbia can seek funding to launch or expand ongoing recreational programs for young people at Fort Dupont Ice Arena. With a mission to provide quality urban recreation, DC Department of Parks and Recreation offers up to US $235,000 for multi-week leisure skating, hockey, and competitive youth hockey team programming.

Youth development and leadership nonprofits in District of Columbia can seek funding for local programs that educate and empower young people, build storytelling skills, or boost community engagement. Focused on youth education, next-generation storytellers, and volunteerism, the Comcast NBCUniversal Foundation invites eligible 501(c)(3) organizations in its Washington market to apply for Local Impact Grants supporting positive community change.

With a mission to expand youth recreation, DC Department of Parks and Recreation provides District of Columbia youth organizations with funding for inclusive programs, events, and activities. Community-based groups serving ages 6–18 can seek up to US $540,000 across support, engagement, and event/travel sub-grants to enhance recreation, skill-building, and safe opportunities for young people.

Nonprofit and community organizations serving District of Columbia youth ages 9–13 can receive up to US $280,000 to run summer career and educational exploration programs, including work readiness, life skills, and academic enrichment. Grants from the District of Columbia Department of Employment Services may benefit scouting organizations offering youth development and leadership activities.

Youth-serving nonprofits in the District of Columbia can seek US $25,000 - US $50,000 from the Allianz Foundation for North America to create or significantly expand (by 50% or more) personal and professional growth experiences for teens and young adults ages 16–25. Scouting organizations offering leadership and development programming may be strong candidates.

High school seniors from select central Minnesota schools planning full-time study at a four-year college outside the five-state Upper Midwest region can receive the Ernest Morgan Memorial Scholarship, a US $5,000 award for higher education. CommunityGiving supports youth development and leadership, and student leaders or athletes involved in scouting organizations in the District of Columbia may be eligible if they meet these criteria.

Youth development and leadership nonprofits in the District of Columbia can seek funding for programs that build in-demand skills, provide work experiences, and support career and college preparation. Focused on skills for a thriving future, RBC Foundation USA invites 501(c)(3) charities with $100,000+ budgets in its service communities to apply.

Nonprofits and community providers in the District of Columbia can seek funding to create a 10-bed youth recovery residence offering safe, substance-free housing and intensive care management for young adults with substance use disorders. The District of Columbia Department of Behavioral Health supports programs integrating peer coaching, life skills, education and employment support, and strong clinical treatment linkages, which may benefit youth development and leadership initiatives, including scouting-focused efforts. Awards up to US $220,000 are available.

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) public charities serving youth and families in the District of Columbia can seek funding for youth development, leadership, education, community services, arts, environment, and health programs. The Morris & Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation awards US $10,000 - US $250,000, and DC-area scouting organizations with comprehensive, equity-focused programming may be eligible.

Who We Are

Buiding a stronger, More Vibrant Community

For over 70 years, the Scranton Area Community Foundation has served Northeastern Pennsylvania as a steward of charitable resources, a grantmaker, and a catalyst for positive change. Guided by our core values of collaboration, trust, integrity, innovation, and inclusivity, we work to ensure that our communities thrive with opportunities for all.

This scholarship is awarded to a graduating senior from a high school in Lackawanna County who demonstrates academic excellence, good citizenship, participation in athletics, and who is active in a faith or religious-based organization.

Who We Are

Buiding a stronger, More Vibrant Community

For over 70 years, the Scranton Area Community Foundation has served Northeastern Pennsylvania as a steward of charitable resources, a grantmaker, and a catalyst for positive change. Guided by our core values of collaboration, trust, integrity, innovation, and inclusivity, we work to ensure that our communities thrive with opportunities for all.

This scholarship is awarded to a graduating senior from a high school in Luzerne County who demonstrates academic excellence, good citizenship, participation in athletics, and who is active in a faith or religious-based organization.

Who We Are

Buiding a stronger, More Vibrant Community

For over 70 years, the Scranton Area Community Foundation has served Northeastern Pennsylvania as a steward of charitable resources, a grantmaker, and a catalyst for positive change. Guided by our core values of collaboration, trust, integrity, innovation, and inclusivity, we work to ensure that our communities thrive with opportunities for all.

This scholarship is awarded to a student who is matriculating in a performing arts program, has demonstrated commitment to their art, and has demonstrated evidence of community involvement and service to others.

Who We Are

Buiding a stronger, More Vibrant Community

For over 70 years, the Scranton Area Community Foundation has served Northeastern Pennsylvania as a steward of charitable resources, a grantmaker, and a catalyst for positive change. Guided by our core values of collaboration, trust, integrity, innovation, and inclusivity, we work to ensure that our communities thrive with opportunities for all.

This scholarship is awarded to a graduating senior who has demonstrated the qualities of honesty, care, trustworthiness, and personal integrity, and who is active in sports and shows an interest in working with children or the elderly.

Young Health Programme

The Young Health Programme (YHP) is a global disease prevention initiative, aiming to provide education for young people to feel empowered to make informed choices about their health and catalyse a global, youth-led advocacy movement.

The programme operates in over 40 countries and partners with more than 60 non-profit organisations, including UNICEF and Plan International. The YHP combines community programmes, research, advocacy, and the development of young leaders, with a focus on underserved communities.

Since its launch in 2010, the YHP has directly reached over 23 million young people, trained over 1 million, and engaged more than 23,000 AstraZeneca employees, who have volunteered their time with more than 140,000 hours.

The YHP aims to prevent the most common non-communicable diseases (NCDs), including cancer, diabetes, heart disease and respiratory disease, by addressing five main risk factors: tobacco use, unhealthy diet, physical inactivity, harmful use of alcohol, and air pollution. Additionally, the programme tackles climate-health impacts to build healthier communities, recognising, as projected in the IPCC Sixth Assessment Report, that children born after 2010 will be the first generation to enter adulthood in a world where the average temperature will reach 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels, and are expected to experience a +2°C rise within their lifetime.1

AstraZeneca Young Health Programme Impact Fellowship 2026

AstraZeneca is looking for passionate, driven young leaders to join their 2026 Young Health Programme (YHP) Impact Fellowship. The Fellowship supports young advocates to create actionable change to: 

• Advance health equity – with a focus on acting early to prevent non-communicable diseases among young people, or supporting young people living with rare diseases.
• Take action on climate and nature – advocating for the mitigation of the harmful effects of climate change on the health and well-being of young people.
• Build health systems resilience – contributing to stronger health systems that prioritise earlier intervention to meet today’s needs and mitigate tomorrow’s disease burden.

Benefits

The selected Fellows will gain access to networks, funding and development opportunities, enabling them to drive a global health movement led by and for young people:

A fully-funded scholarship to attend the 2026 One Young World Summit in Cape Town, South Africa (3–6 November 2026) as well as access to the One Young World Ambassador Network and the Young Health Programme (YHP) Alumni group of other young changemakers working to improve youth health.

Structured learning and development offerings to enable them to scale their impact, including both self-directed and live learning. This includes access to the One Young World Academy, an award-winning mini-MBA programme, mentorship from AstraZeneca colleagues and professional training.

Each selected Fellow will receive a grant of either USD $10,000 or USD $50,000 (if selected as the Lead2030 winner** for Sustainable Development Goal 3, for which applicants will be automatically considered) from AstraZeneca, through their non-profit organisation. Fellows are expected to use the grant to implement a project focused on either (1) advancing health equity (2) taking action on climate and nature (3) building health systems resilience.

The OJJDP FY 2026 Second Chance Act Youth Reentry Program aims to provide critical support for moderate- to high-risk youth transitioning back into their communities after confinement. This funding opportunity encourages collaboration among state agencies, local governments, Tribes, and community organizations to deliver comprehensive reentry services and assist youth in overcoming challenges related to recidivism. Applications are due by November 9, 2026, at 8:59 p.m. ET.

Who We Are

Buiding a stronger, More Vibrant Community

For over 70 years, the Scranton Area Community Foundation has served Northeastern Pennsylvania as a steward of charitable resources, a grantmaker, and a catalyst for positive change. Guided by our core values of collaboration, trust, integrity, innovation, and inclusivity, we work to ensure that our communities thrive with opportunities for all.

This scholarship is awarded to a student who intends to pursue nursing or a related field of study at a college or university, and who demonstrates academic achievement, good citizenship, service to others, leadership, and financial need.

About Us

The Youth Climate Justice Fund aims to support climate justice young leaders with trust-based funding, resources, and capacity strengthening, enabling them to amplify their voices and to keep their vision and influence alive.

Collectively, we have the power to ignite meaningful change and build equitable and sustainable futures. Despite the challenges posed by the current crisis, youth climate justice organizers remain determined to address current issues and explore new approaches.

Mission & Purpose

We work to strengthen existing organizing efforts and support emerging youth-led initiatives with a focus on bridging funders and organizers to enable flexible and impactful support. Through capacity strengthening and resource sharing, we empower and support young people to drive change and build a just and sustainable future.

How To Apply

The Youth Climate Justice Fund provides funding to emerging youth-led climate justice and socio-environmental groups through a participatory decision-making process.

District of Columbia youth development and leadership organizations can access funding through the Marietta Kiwanis Foundation’s Scott Chadwick Scholarship for Emerging Leaders. Graduate or undergraduate students who are Cobb County residents and active servant leaders in civic, nonprofit, educational, faith-based, arts, military, or justice organizations may receive US $2,500 toward accredited college or university studies.

Students pursuing higher education or vocational training, especially those focused on youth development and leadership, can receive more than US $2,000 from the Community Foundation for Southwest Washington. This scholarship supports graduates of the Quillayute Valley or Cape Flattery School Districts, including scouting youth in the District of Columbia who have relocated from these Washington communities.

The Big Bald Dave Adventure Scholarship, provided by the Yellowstone Club Community Foundation, honors Dave Mueller's passion for outdoor adventure. It offers a unique summer trip for Big Sky students in grades 9-11 who demonstrate leadership and a love for the outdoors. Supported by Adventures Cross Country, this scholarship is a wonderful opportunity for students to engage in enriching experiences while giving back to the community. Notably, it is not based on financial need.