Youth Fund Grants

The Youth Fund brings together philanthropic, state, tribal, and federal resources to support innovative Career Technical Education (CTE) and Work-Based Learning (WBL) programs for youth ages 13 to 29. These programs provide real-world skills, mentorship, and career pathways that lead to meaningful employment and long-term economic well-being. In addition to project-based grants, the Youth Fund will provide one grant to an eligible entity to serve as a regional resource hub to support the grantee cohort.

CTE & Work-Based Learning Grants

CTE and Work-Based Learning provide structured, mentorship, and hands-on learning to help youth build skills, navigate career pathways and prepare for postsecondary opportunities.

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Resource Hub Grant

One grant will be made to an eligible entity to serve as a resource hub to support the Youth Fund’s grantee cohort. It will support grantees with program implementation, collaboration and shared learning and securing public funding.

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2025 Q&A Sessions & Important Dates

Applications for the 2025-2026 cycle of the Youth Fund are now closed. Please stay tuned for future announcements and opportunities.