How to Win a Sponsorship from Qatar Foundation International

Qatar Foundation International (QFI) is considered one of the leading educational institutions in the field of Arabic language education, committed to developing and supporting innovative Arabic language education programs in state-funded primary and secondary schools.

The foundation aims to increase opportunities for learning Arabic for both teachers and students in the Americas and Europe.

Steps to Win Sponsorship from Qatar Foundation International

To receive a grant from Qatar Foundation International or join the professional development program, applicants must create a user account on the foundation’s website.

Then, they must complete the user profile and take the eligibility test to determine the appropriate programs. More details can be found on the foundation’s official website (www.qfi.org).

Available Sponsor Programs

For Teachers

1. Classroom Enrichment Grants Application opens: Beginning of each year. These grants help teachers purchase educational resources and materials that support the teaching of Arabic and can be used to support awareness activities such as field trips.
2. Professional Development Grants Application opens: Beginning of each year. These grants provide support for primary and secondary school teachers to participate in professional development events that enhance their ability to teach Arabic.

For Schools

1. After-School Arabic Language Program Grants Application opens: Beginning of each year. Deadline: September 1, 2024. These grants aim to support after-school Arabic language programs for primary and secondary students, especially in areas where Arabic is not available in the curriculum.
2. Grants for Schools Application opens: Beginning of each year. They seek to establish or enhance Arabic language programs in public primary and secondary schools.

For Institutions

1. Arabic Language Teacher Councils Grants Application opens: Beginning of each year. Deadline: August 15, 2024. These grants support local institutions in establishing regional Arabic language teacher councils, which provide training and networking opportunities for Arabic language teachers.
2. Arabic Language School Holiday Program Grants Targeted at supporting non-profit academic institutions that offer Arabic language education during school holidays.

For Students

1. Summer Researcher Awards Application opens: Beginning of each year. These awards support high school students seeking to enhance their Arabic language skills through summer programs.
2. First-Year University Awards Application opens: Beginning of each year. Aimed at students completing high school and planning to continue studying Arabic at university.

Other Grants Application opens: Beginning of each year. These grants include projects that do not fall under the specified categories but contribute to the development of Arabic as a global language.

Source: Qatar Foundation International