Bicultural and Bilingual Education Grants for Nonprofits

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Japan Foundation, Japan

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Application Deadline:

February 27, 2026

The Japan Foundation Awards recognize individuals and organizations worldwide that have made significant contributions to promoting mutual understanding between Japan and other countries through…

Fritz Thyssen Stiftung (Fritz Thyssen Foundation)

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Application Deadline:
  • Project Applications: February 2, 2026
  • Conference Applications: February 28, 2026
  • ThyssenLesezeit: July 31, 2026

The Fritz Thyssen Stiftung (Fritz Thyssen Foundation) provides support for science and research at universities and research institutes primarily in Germany, with a special emphasis on junior…

Canadian Association of Second Language Teachers

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Application Deadline:
  • Research Partnership Program: February 28, May 31, August 31, and November 30, annually
  • Research and Special Initiatives Grants for Teachers: May 31, annually
     

The Canadian Association of Second Language Teachers (CASLT) fosters and advances professional excellence in language teaching in Canada.

Support is provided through the following programs…

Lutheran Foundation of St. Louis

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Application Deadline:
  • Congregation Mini-Grants: Rolling/accepted throughout the year
  • Lutheran Education Mini-Grants: March 1, annually
  • Regular Grants: June 1 and December 1, annually
     
Grant Range: $10000 - $200000

The Lutheran Foundation of St. Louis provides support to Christian churches and nonprofit organizations in the St. Louis, MO, area who are working to improve the physical, mental, and spiritual…

Textron Charitable Contributions Program

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Application Deadline:

March 1 and September 1, annually

The mission of the Textron Charitable Contributions Program is to fulfill Textron, Inc.'s, commitment to responsible corporate citizenship by helping to improve the quality of life in Rhode Island…

Stephen and Michelene Worobetz Foundation

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Application Deadline:

March 1 and October 1, annually

The Stephen and Michelene Worobetz Foundation, administered by the Saskatoon Community Foundation, provides support in Saskatoon, SK, in the following priority areas:

  • religion,…

Community Foundation Serving Howard, Carroll and Clinton Counties

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Application Deadline:
  • Small Grants: none
  • Strategic and General grant letters of intent are due two weeks before the grant application deadline.
  • Howard County Strategic and General grant applications: March 3, May 12, July 14, and September 1, 2026
  • Carroll and Clinton counties Strategic and General grant applications: March 3 and September 1, 2026
Average Grant: $1500 - $20000

The Community Foundation Serving Howard, Carroll and Clinton Counties supports nonprofit organizations in Howard, Clinton, and Carroll counties.

The Foundation's General Grants address…

TELUS Friendly Future Foundation/TELUS Community Grants

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Application Deadline:
  • Community Board Grants and international grants: varies by geographic scope/Telus Community Board
  • Indigenous Communities Fund: Applications accepted from February 4 - March 4 and September 10 - October 7, 2026, or until the first 200 applicants are received in each application period.

TELUS provides support to positively impact the local communities served by the company.

The TELUS Friendly…

Learning new languages and being exposed to new cultures unlocks whole new economic vistas, for students and working adults alike. There are also many other benefits to picking up another language, or engaging in bilingualism. However, access to and interest in language education within America is currently on a decline. There are many nonprofits that have made it their mission to step in and try to address this gap. 

These nonprofits are only able to do their work thanks to the generous funding provided by bilingual education grants. These grants can be put towards a wide range of purposes. These can include bilingual classes and immersion programs, as well as curriculum development and training for language instructors. 

There are many different organizations that may be involved in this space. These include many private foundations, such as the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, the Carnegie Corporation of New York and the Walton Family Foundation. 

When drafting a bilingual education grant proposal, it's essential to collect relevant data on language statistics, as well as education availability. You can also back up your case by including information on the workforce demand for bilingualism, as well as potential economic benefits.

If you need more information on drafting great grant proposals, make sure to check out our comprehensive guide on the topic. You can also start browsing a selection of bilingual education grants right here, all open for applications.