French Language Fund
The French Language Fund by Institut français supports creative projects that promote French language learning and engagement among youth within educational, cultural, and economic contexts.
Funder: Institut français
Due Dates: October 30, 2026: Full application submission deadline (calls for projects close)
Funding Amounts: €5,000–€10,000 (national projects); €10,000–€20,000 (regional projects); 50% co-financing required
Summary: Supports pilot projects that promote and enhance the French language within local educational, cultural, and economic contexts, targeting youth and French learners.
Key Information: Only members of the French cultural network abroad are eligible; projects must align with major thematic events.
Description
The French Language Fund, administered by Institut français, provides support for innovative pilot projects that enhance the appeal and promotion of the French language. The fund is designed to encourage initiatives embedded within local educational, cultural, and economic ecosystems, in close partnership with French-speaking collaborators. Projects must be thematic, aiming to inspire learners, educators, and the broader public to engage with the French language in dynamic and meaningful ways, with a particular focus on youth audiences from preschool through university.
