Arts Pathways for Youth Success Grant 2026

The Arts Pathways for Youth Success grant program supports out-of-school arts learning initiatives designed to prepare underserved and underrepresented youth for success in school, careers, and life. This competitive program funds projects that meet its objective of equipping youth with essential skills through the arts and align with one or more strategies, including advancing arts education and integration to develop 21st-century learning skills, building competencies for careers in the creative sector, and fostering positive youth development through artistic engagement. Funding is determined by an organization’s rating in the review process and the total funds available, with most grants receiving partial funding. The program prioritizes initiatives serving youth from traditionally underserved communities and encourages applicants to consult the Fiscal Year 2026 guidelines for further details.