In round two of the Myplace fund, which aims to transform youth facilities across the country, only 40 communities in England were invited to bid for the remaining cash.
The successful bids will provide activities ranging from street dance, cooking and canoeing to young people in disadvantaged areas.
Sumaia Mashal, the 19-year-old chair of the Youth Empowerment Board for a successful Tower Hamlets project, said: "This really is a breakthrough for all residents in the area. No more bored teenagers hanging around corners with nothing to do.
"Over the past eight months, young and old residents alike have worked with enthusiasm and passion to establish the idea of a new generation of facilities for young people."
The final pot of money leaves the total investment at £270m shared between 70 projects in England.
Children’s minister Dawn Primarolo said: "Gone are the days when shabby youth clubs with dusty halls were the only option for young people. Through Myplace, local communities will benefit from state-of-the-art youth centres that will have a lasting impact on future generations for years to come."
The successful projects were led by:
London Borough of Enfield
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