Mission
We promote the development of Portugal, the Portuguese and the Portuguese-descendant communities through cooperation with the United States of America.
We are a bridge between the two countries, focusing on Science, Education, Culture and Transatlantic Relations.
FLAD hosts debate on the future of NATO
The Forum on Education Abroad
The Luso-American Development Foundation (FLAD), the organization behind the Study in Portugal Network Program, is proudly hosting The Forum on Education Abroad‘s CIGL and EMEA conferences this October at the Rectory of Universidade de Lisboa.
Luso-American Community
This is a space open to the community, where we make known the Luso-descendants and their incredible work in promoting Portugal. Join Us!
FLAD Opportunities
On this page you’ll find all the FLAD scholarships, grants, awards and competitions in our four main areas of action – Science and Technology, Education, Art and Culture and Transatlantic Relations.
Contemporary Art Collection
Get to know the works that are part of FLAD’s Contemporary Art collection on our digital platform.
Study in Portugal
Do you know the Study in Portugal Network? Every year we help hundreds of American students join Portuguese universities and to get acquainted with our culture.
Study in Portugal
Do you know the Study in Portugal Network? Every year we help hundreds of American students join Portuguese universities and to get acquainted with our culture.
Open Applications: FLAD Drawing Award 2026
Applications for the FLAD Drawing Award 2026 are open between April 6 and May…
FLAD News
Atlantic Celebration Day Celebrates the Portugal-U.S. Friendship in New Bedford
On Sunday, July 19, the Bronspiegel Auditorium in New Bedford will host Atlantic Celebration Day, a unique event celebrating the enduring friendship between Portugal and the United States and the vibrant Portuguese-American community that continues to strengthen the ties between the two countries.
FLAD selects six young artists for the Flechada program
The program will support six young artists with a maximum of 5 thousand euros each.
Applications Open: FLAD Science Award Atlantic 2027
Initiative will distinguish research project dedicated to the Atlantic. The prize has a value of 250 thousand euros, for a maximum of 3 years of research.
