Join the growing network of Louisiana businesses, cultural institutions, and professionals who support the use of French in everyday life—whether you’re a business owner who welcomes French-speaking customers, an organization that offers bilingual events, or someone who promotes Louisiana’s unique linguistic landscape.
Why Join Exel Louisiane?
Membership is free and by joining Exel Louisiane you’ll be listed on the Discover French Louisiana map, part of a visible community that highlights French as an economic and cultural asset to enrich the future of our state. Members are also eligible to apply for up to $1,000 in funding to support professional projects that promote French in Louisiana.
Benefits of Membership
Visibility & Promotion
Be featured on the Discover French Louisiana map as a destination for French-speaking locals and tourists.
Financial Assistance
Members are eligible to apply for up to $1,000 in funding to support projects that promote French in Louisiana.
Professional Development
Participate in workshops and networking initiatives to increase your French language skills.
Member Materials
Receive assets to display your membership, including resources to increase the visibility of French at work.
Who is Eligible?
Participants are defined as businesses, organizations, cultural institutions or professionals who meet any or all of the following:
- are Francophones or employ Francophones
- offer products or services in French
- offer products or services that support French in Louisiana
- incorporate Louisiana Creole