Japanese-language Learners Event Grant
Supports multi-school Japanese-language events like contests and cultural activities to promote language learning and cultural exchange among diverse learners.
Funder: Japan Foundation of Los Angeles
Due Dates: March 1, 2026 | September 1, 2026
Funding Amounts: Up to $1,000 per event; single-year support for events held between April 1, 2026 and March 31, 2027.
Summary: Supports multi-school Japanese-language events (e.g., speech/quiz contests, cultural activities) to motivate learners and promote language education.
Key Information: Closed events for a single school are not eligible; proof of payment required for all expenditures.
Description
The Japan Foundation, Los Angeles offers financial support for Japanese-language related events that engage learners from multiple schools and educational levels (primary, secondary, collegiate, and adult). Eligible events include speech contests, quiz contests, and presentational activities that promote Japanese-language education on a national, statewide, or regional scale. The grant aims to foster motivation and cultural exchange among Japanese-language learners in diverse communities. Funding may be used for inviting judges or guests, venue and equipment rental, prizes (excluding cash/gift cards), production of event materials, and group transportation for participants or student audiences.
