SUMMARY

An initiative of Villa Albertine, the French Institute for Culture and Education, The French as a World Language Program (FWLP) supports the growing network of French programs in public schools through the creation of initiatives and grant allocation. Three FWLP grant programs are now accepting applications: pedagogical projects (1), immersive experiences in French-speaking cinema through Cinéschool (2), and implementation of professional learning opportunities through the French for All Summer Institute (3).

Applicants may apply for these three different initiatives and grants by ranking their choices. Schools may apply to more than one grant category.

Please note that general overhead or administrative costs cannot be covered by grants. This includes salaries and overtime for teachers and other staff.

The grant transfer will be made directly to the schools and/or districts. It is imperative to include the institution's bank details and W9 in order to receive the funds. Funding will be provided to institutions directly and not to individuals.
ELIGIBILITY

The FWLP grants are intended for:
  • Teachers, administrators, and PTOs of American K-12 public schools, school districts, and state agencies who oversee French as a World Language programs that will serve 20 or more students

One application per school.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must:
  • Send a completed and updated W-9, no older than 2023 (If the application is selected, the grant will be disbursed to the entity whose name appears in box 1 of the W-9 form.)
  • Send your school/school district bank information on official bank letterhead if you wish to receive the grant through wire.
  • Agree to submit a report expressing the challenges, opportunities, and impact of the project for which the grant was received.
  • Complete the grant report if your school/school district received a grant from the Villa Albertine during the 2025/2026 grant cycle (Pedagogical Project Grant)

SELECTION CRITERIA
These are criteria that are positive points and that will help us decide. We encourage schools to apply even if you do not meet all of them
  • Impact on student enrollment and engagement in the program
  • Diversity : Demonstrates inclusion of diverse student populations
  • Title 1 Certification : Priority for schools with Title 1 status, serving low-income students
  • Long-term proposal
TIMELINE
OCTOBER 20, 2025 - JANUARY 19, 2026


October 20, 2025: Applications Open

January 19, 2026: Application Deadline  

Early March : Announcement of Results (Funding decisions will be announced & Applicants will receive an award or refusal letter by email)

April-May, 2026: Grant Agreement and Fund Disbursement (Applicants will receive a grant agreement to sign through DocuSign, once the grant agreement is signed by the school and the Villa Albertine grants will be disbursed)
OVERVIEW OF AVAILABLE GRANT AND LEARNING OPPORTUNITY
  • Pedagogical Project Grant
We invite teachers and administrators of American K-12 public schools, school districts, PTAs, and local education agencies (LEA) to apply for a grant to support a specific project aimed at supporting French as a World Language program. Applicants may request funds for educational resources, cultural activities, language certification and/or educational exchange/ school pairing.
  • Educational Resources include curriculum supports such as software, DVDs, subscription to TV5, etc. for your French class.
  • Organization of a Francophone Cultural Activity such as film screenings, workshops with francophone authors, theater clubs, and more. Create or develop a francophone environment in your school. For example, the purchase of books, DVDs, CDs, or games for the francophone section of your school library.
  • The cost of Language Certification (DELF-DALF) may be covered by the grant, offsetting registration costs. The DELF or DALF exam (Diplôme d'Études en Langue Française / Diplôme Approfondi en Langue Française) encompasses several types of DELF: DELF-DALF Junior and Scolaire (mainly for teenagers), and Prim (for children of primary school age). You can take the DELF/DALF exam at any of the 40 centers in the United States. Here is the list.
  • Educational Exchange/School Pairing: Through this initiative, schools and school districts can request funds to support school pairings in states where an MoU exists, or to create new partnerships. This funding can be used to facilitate and establish pen-pal programs, organize travel exchange programs, and encourage the exchange of ideas among students, teachers, and administrators.

Please note that the grant cannot be used to purchase electronic devices (headphones, chromebooks...), food, or furniture.
  • CinéSchool
CinéSchool is a program that brings French-language cinema to schools across the United States. Designed for students from elementary to high school, it offers a curated selection of age-appropriate films each year, all available with English subtitles and online for viewing at home. The films cover a variety of genres and themes to support classroom discussions on language, culture, and global citizenship. Participating schools will be invited to apply for the 2026/2027 program. Each film comes with educational materials to help integrate the screenings into your curriculum.
  • Learning Opportunity : French For All Summer Institute

This initiative provides selected teachers with training in curriculum development, classroom management and use of resources specific to French as a World Language, as well as the opportunity to network and work closely with professionals in the field. The Embassy of France will cover the cost of the training, housing (private room and shared bathroom), and meals during the Summer Institute. Please note that participants are responsible for their own transportation costs.

This year, the Summer Institute will take place at the University of Texas at Austin from June 22 to June 26, 2026.
For any questions regarding the application process, please contact:

PLEASE DO NOT SEND YOUR APPLICATION MATERIALS BY E-MAIL.
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED

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