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$13.5M
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$41.4K
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Art Mentor Foundation Grants for U.S. Arts Mentoring
US $2,500 - US $50,000
Henry E. Niles Foundation Grant
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MacArthur Foundation Media Grants in United States
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Johnson Scholarship Foundation Grants for U.S. Disability Mentoring
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JSF Scholarships for Economically Disadvantaged Students
US $5,000
Kars4Kids Mentoring Grants in United States
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Sanofi Philanthropic Donations and Healthcare Contributions
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Saw Island Foundation: Social Change, Faith-Based and Special Grants
US $25,000 - US $100,000
Smart Family Fund Nonprofit Grants in United States
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U.S. STEM Mentoring Funding via Alfred P Sloan Foundation
Unspecified amount in in-kind support
United States Mentoring Funding via Tickets For Kids
US $300 - US $500
United States Mentoring Funding via Ross Stores Foundation
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Amateur Radio Digital Communications Support for Mentoring
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Todd and Mary Heistand Family Foundation Grants for U.S. Youth Mentoring
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Openai Inc Grants for U.S. AI Literacy
US $15,000 - US $25,000
JWF Chicago Annual Grants
Up to US $55,000
JWF Chicago Multiyear Grants
Up to US $5,000
IDEAL Internship Grants
US $30,000 - US $100,000
Aura Cacia Support for Mentoring Initiatives
US $25,000 - US $100,000
Panera Bread Foundation Support for U.S. Mentoring
Unspecified amount in in-kind support
Data Services Funding from Delta Analytics
US $3,000 - US $25,000
National Education Association Mentoring Grants in United States
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Holloway Family Foundation Grant
US $5,000 - US $20,000
John Ben Snow Memorial Trust Grants for U.S. Mentoring
Up to US $60,000
Abbvie Foundation Health Equity Grants in United States
Up to US $175,000
The Jm Kaplan Fund Support for U.S. Social Innovation
Unspecified amount
Bernau Family Foundation Mentoring Grants in United States
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Grants for mentoring programs provide funding for initiatives that support personal development, education, and career guidance. The following grants empower nonprofits to connect mentors with individuals, fostering growth and lifelong learning.
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Discover 77 funding opportunities for mentoring programs, with $13.5M available. Instrumentl supports nonprofits with grant discovery, deadline tracking, and funder insights to strengthen and expand mentorship initiatives.
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Grant Availability
How common are grants in this category?
Uncommon — grants in this category are less prevalent than in others.
77 Grants for Mentoring Programs grants for nonprofits in the United States, from private foundations to corporations seeking to fund grants for nonprofits.
31 Grants for Mentoring Programs over $25K in average grant size
26 Grants for Mentoring Programs over $50K in average grant size
17 Grants for Mentoring Programs supporting general operating expenses
68 Grants for Mentoring Programs supporting programs / projects
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600+ Grants on Instrumentl focused on Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Grant Deadline Distribution
Over the past year, when are grant deadlines typically due for grants for Mentoring Programs?
Most grants are due in the first quarter.
Frequently asked questions
Nonprofits eligible for mentoring programs grants include youth development organizations, schools, and workforce programs focused on mentorship and skill-building. Many funders prioritize programs that support at-risk youth, career and personal development, and academic success. Many grants require applicants to be 501(c)(3) organizations and may prioritize those with established success in connecting mentors with individuals, and fostering growth and lifelong learning.
Grants in mentoring programs typically have the highest concentration of deadlines in Q1, with 32.6% of grant deadlines falling in this period. If you're planning to apply, consider prioritizing your applications around this time to maximize opportunities. Conversely, the least active period for grants in this category is Q2.
Mentoring programs grants encourage personal and professional growth through mentorship. This means funders support projects that pair youth with qualified mentors to improve educational outcomes, job readiness, and leadership skills. There are more than 70 grants available and $11.6 million in funding for nonprofit groups that connect mentors with individuals, foster growth, and encourage lifelong learning.
Funding for mentoring programs grants varies widely, with award amounts ranging from a minimum of $400 to a maximum of $7,000,000. Based on Instrumentl’s data, the median grant amount for this category is $41,437, while the average grant awarded is $269,474. Understanding these funding trends can help nonprofits set realistic expectations when applying.
Of the $11.6 million of funding available, most comes from private funders like the Adolph Coors Foundation, Gates Family Foundation, and Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation. Federal agencies such as the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, the U.S. Department of Justice, and AmeriCorps also provide funding for mentoring programs. In addition, there are also funding oppportunities at the state and local level and through corporate entities like the National Football League and Pearl Milling Company.
To greatly increase your chances of success with mentoring programs grants, concentrate on all of these key areas:
- Align with funder priorities – Tailor proposals to match the funder’s mission, outline structured mentorship plans, and highlight mentor training initiatives.
- Use measurable outcomes – Include data that illustrates measurable success stories of youth helped by mentors.
- Build strategic partnerships – Collaborate with schools and commerce organizations to strengthen applications.
- Develop a compelling narrative – Use real stories and case studies to highlight the significance of the mentorship program.
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