The NextGen Grantmakers Initiative, powered by Vision for Children at Risk, is a youth-led grantmaking opportunity that places funding decisions directly in the hands of young changemakers to support projects that strengthen youth leadership, safety, mental well-being, and professional development.
Donor Name: Deaconess Foundation
State: Illinois, Missouri
County: Franklin County (MO), Jefferson County (MO), Madison County (IL), Monroe County (IL), Saint Charles County (MO), Saint Clair County (IL), Saint Louis City (MO), Saint Louis County (MO)
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 09/26/2025
Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000
Grant Duration: 1 Year
Details:
Priority will be given to proposals that advance youth safety programs, address mental health and emotional intelligence, cultivate leadership and personal growth, and bridge the transition between adolescence and young adulthood through professional development. Strong proposals will be youth-led or meaningfully involve youth, generate positive community change, demonstrate creativity and inclusion, and present clear, achievable plans.
Funding Information
The fund will award 5–10 grants of $10,000–$20,000 for projects lasting up to 12 months.
Eligibility Criteria
Nonprofit organizations serving youth ages 10–24 in St. Louis City, St. Louis County, St. Charles County, Jefferson County, and Franklin County in Missouri, as well as St. Clair, Madison, and Monroe Counties in Illinois, are eligible to apply.
For more information, visit Deaconess Foundation.
