Individual Giving
If language has shaped your life—or if you’ve ever wished for greater access to language learning—we invite you to support this vital cause.
Every gift, whether a monthly contribution or a legacy commitment, helps empower language educators and amplify the message that language education matters. Your support makes a real difference—for teachers, students, and the future of global connection.
We welcome gifts by check and from donor-advised funds!
- ACTFL Federal EIN #13-2780784
- Donation mailing address: Language Connects Foundation, PO Box 34949, Alexandria, VA 22334
We invite you to review our Gift Acceptance Policy for additional details.
At the heart of human behavior is communication and understanding. Teaching languages is key to our humanity. I give because I want others to experience the power and joy of authentic cross-cultural communication.
WHY I GIVE
Sheri Spaine Long, Ph.D., President NFMLTA
Corporate Engagement Opportunities
Is your company interested in supporting a future workforce of multilingual and culturally competent employees who have the resources and education they need to thrive? Corporate giving can help to meet your needs while also supporting educators and their students today!
The Language Connects Foundation (LCF) offers customizable partnership opportunities. From scholarships for future language educators and recognition awards to microgrants that bring innovation into classrooms, your support can align with both your business goals and your philanthropic values.
Meet Our Partners
The Language Connects Foundation (LCF) is grateful to our Program Sponsors for their support of language educators and the students who will be tomorrow's global leaders.
Klett World Languages
Sponsor of the Klett Award for Sustainable Development Education in the World Language Classroom, recognizing K-20 language educators and programs who incorporate elements of the U.N. Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into their curriculum and projects.
Vista Higher Learning
Sponsor of the LCF/Vista Microgrants Program for Language Educators, providing $300 grants to K-12 educators who are passionate about teaching languages and incorporating cultural elements into their lessons.
With appreciation to these companies who champion language education:
