French dual language programs offer bilingual education and an exceptional multicultural learning environment to children in public schools across the United States. With classes conducted in both French and English, these programs draw from the best educational models that both countries have to offer.
The French Dual Language Fund aims to expand and strengthen existing French dual language education programs throughout the country, and support the launch of new programs.
In the 2025 call for applications, schools can apply to the following initiatives:
The French Dual Language Fund provides grant to support pedagogical projects in public dual language and immersion programs.
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A French Teaching Intern grant program to help schools host native French speaking teaching interns.
An annual summer training program for new and experienced teachers gathers dual language educators from across the US, promoting a sense of community and best practices in the French dual language network.
This year, the French For All Summer Institute will take place at University of Wisconsin – Madison from June 16 to June 20, 2025: To know more and register.
The French Dual Language Leadership Seminar is an event, taking place every other year, aimed at promoting and supporting French DLI education in the United States. This seminar brings together current leaders, administrators, advocates, and policymakers to discuss best practices, share resources, and develop strategies for enhancing French DLI education programs.
This year, the French Dual Language Leadership Seminar will take place in Washington DC from October 15 to October 17, 2025. Interested candidates can apply directly through our call for applications.
In recent years, demand for French dual language education in the United States has been on the rise. Thanks to the generous support of its sponsors as well as contributions from the French government, there are now nearly 180 public French dual language programs, an increase of over 20% since 2017, educating over 30,000 students across 30 American states.
Building on the achievements of the inaugural five years of the French Dual Language Fund, we aim to ensure a sustainable future for high quality, accessible bilingual education across the United States. Join us in support of the FDLF as we look towards the future with the goal of growing bilingual programs to serve 50,000 students within the next five years.
Xavier Moquet | Education Attaché Mickael Raggi | Program Coordinator
fdlf@albertinefoundation.org