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Applying for a Grant

QFI’s philanthropic resources are allocated to specific projects and programs that fit our targeted areas of interest. Most grants are initiated by QFI and do not stem from unsolicited proposals. However, unsolicited proposals that fall within our areas of interest and are appropriate for our mission are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Please read our Mission Statement, details of our current programs, plans for future work, and our international and domestic guidelines before submitting a letter of interest. Individuals, organizations, and institutions seeking grants must apply through QFI's Grants Management Portal. QFI also manages its Grantees through this portal.

QFI is now accepting applications online for the following grants: Teacher Initiative Grants, Curriculum Development Grants, and Grants to Schools. Please read through the Guidelines for each of these grants, as explained below. To apply, you must first register to QFI’s Grants Management Portal.

Teacher Initiative Grants

Deadline Now Closed

To enhance Arabic programs and promote excellence in the classroom, QFI plans to award at least fifteen Classroom Grants (maximum award: $5,000) to teachers of Arabic currently teaching in public or public charter schools in the United States.

 Grant funds may be used to finance cultural or community events; development of instructional units and materials; the purchase of books, videos, and other materials; or participation of teachers in professional development. Awards will be made on the basis of classroom impact to Arabic language and culture. The deadline for application is January 23, 2012. Read the Teacher Initiative Grants Guidelines (will download as PDF) to learn how to apply for this grant.

Curriculum Development Grants

Deadline Now Closed

To advance the teaching of Arabic language and culture in U.S. public and public charter schools, QFI plans to make four awards (up to $25,000 each) to support the development—and sharing—of curricula, learning modules, lesson plans and any related materials. Priority will be given to articulated programs for middle and high schools. Universities and colleges are welcome to apply, but curriculum development grants are not intended to support college-level Arabic. Awards will be made to schools, colleges and universities, and not-for-profit organizations rather than to individuals. The deadline for application is February 1, 2012. Read the Curriculum Development Grants Guidelines (will download as PDF) to learn more on how to apply for this grant.

Grants to Schools

To support and promote the teaching of Arabic in U.S. public and public charter schools, QFI will make one-time matching grants of up to $25,000 each to support existing credit-bearing Arabic programs in U.S. public and public charter schools. Priority will be given to schools not previously supported by QFI. Sustainability of the program must be demonstrated. The deadline for application will be February 29, 2012. Read the Grants to School Guidelines (will download as PDF) to learn more on how to apply for this grant.

Videos

Behind the Scenes at Brazil to Qatar: One World, Many Stories

A behind the scenes look at the #BtoQ exchange program that brought 22 high school students from Brazil to meet their counterparts in Qatar.

From Chicago to Doha: Connecting Cultures, Exploring Science

Learn about students from Chicago's Lindblom Math and Science Academy who went on QFI's exchange trip to Qatar.

Chicago2Doha Media Projects

39 students from 3 schools in Chicago and Qatar came together for the Connecting Cultures, Exploring Science trip. Students told their reflections of the trip through images, video and sound.

From Qatar to Seattle: Youth Get Global

From Qatar to Seattle: Youth Get Global" is a short video on QFI's Spring 2011 trip to Seattle, Washington.

Glass Blowing at Chihuly's Studio: YALLAH 2011

QFI students in Seattle as part of the YALLAH cultural exchange trip in 2011 were invited to world-renowned glass blower Dale Chihuly's studio.

Sir Richard Branson speaks to Earth Day Qatar 2011

Earth Day Qatar 2011 was the premier event in the region, featuring speakers, discussions, workshops, and a special video message by Sir Richard Branson.

Meet our Brazilian students

Arabic Language and Culture in Sao Paolo - meet the Brazilian students and administrators of this program.

Crossing the divide

Watch as students from QFI partner schools in Washington DC and Boston tell their story of language learning and cultural exchange.

Our mission and the astrolabe

With its rich and varied history, the Astrolabe represents education, science, innovation and diversity. Highlighted in this video, these values underscore QFI's vision and programs.