Japanese Language Grants (Fiscal Year 2026–27)
The Japan Foundation of Los Angeles offers grants to enhance Japanese-language education in the US through support for teaching materials, instructor salaries, and collaborative educational projects.
Funder: Japan Foundation of Los Angeles
Due Dates: March 1, 2026 (Learners Event Grant) | April 10, 2026 (Teaching Material Purchase & Salary Assistance Grants) | September 1, 2026 (Learners Event Grant) | October 10, 2026 (Teaching Material Purchase Grant)
Funding Amounts: Up to $1,000 (Event & Material Grants) | Up to $30,000/year (Salary Assistance Grant) | Up to $5,000 (Project Grant); amounts and duration vary by grant type.
Summary: Supports US-based Japanese language education through grants for teaching materials, salaries, and collaborative events or projects.
Key Information: Each grant type has a distinct deadline and eligibility; single-institution events/projects are not eligible for some categories.
Description
The Japan Foundation of Los Angeles offers multiple grant programs to strengthen Japanese-language education across the United States. Funding is available for a variety of needs, including purchasing teaching materials, supporting instructor salaries, and organizing collaborative events or regional/national projects. The aim is to enhance program quality, foster educator collaboration, and increase the reach and impact of Japanese language learning nationwide. Each grant category has its own eligibility rules, deadlines, and allowable costs.
