The Panera Bread Foundation envisions a world in which young people can unlock their full potential and dare to dream — a world in which opportunity and economic mobility are accessible and equitable for all. Through our Grant Program, we award 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations who share a common vision and purpose of investing in underserved, at-risk and underrepresented youth to become leaders.  

To learn more about the programs and organizations previously supported, visit our website. Please submit an application for the grant program within the timeframe listed below. 

2024-2025 Grant Cycle: 
Application opens the last week of September 2024 and runs until mid-late October 2024. Dates will be updated here ASAP.

To apply, create a new account by selecting the Create button below and following the instructions to complete your account. If you have applied on behalf of your organization in the past, please login to your prior account. 

Once logged in to your account, select Begin Application to apply for a grant from the Panera Bread Foundation.