Salary Assistance Grant
Supports U.S. educational institutions in starting, expanding, or sustaining Japanese-language programs by funding instructor salaries to promote long-term Japanese-language education.
Funder: Japan Foundation of Los Angeles
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2026 | April 2027
Funding Amounts: Up to $30,000 per institution per year (cost-sharing basis; up to 2 years for new programs, 1 year for expansion/maintenance)
Summary: Supports U.S. non-profit educational institutions in starting, expanding, or maintaining Japanese-language programs by partially funding instructor salaries.
Key Information: Grant is cost-sharing and requires a sustainability plan for the program after funding ends.
Description
This grant from the Japan Foundation, Los Angeles (JFLA) provides partial salary and fringe benefits support for Japanese-language instructors at U.S. non-profit educational institutions or school districts. It targets programs that are starting up, expanding, or at risk of reduction or closure due to temporary financial difficulties. The overarching goal is to ensure the long-term sustainability of Japanese-language education in the United States.
Funding is available for:
- Starting a new Japanese program (up to two years of support, awarded annually)
- Expanding an existing program by adding courses or sections (one year of support)
- Maintaining a program at risk of cutback or closure (one year of support)
Applicants must demonstrate plans for continuing the Japanese-language program beyond the grant period and provide a strong commitment or support letter from stakeholders.
