2026-27 Academic Innovation Grants – Get Information and Apply

Over $1 million in competitive funds will be available in the 2026–27 SUNY Academic Innovation Grants Programs, including:

• Innovative Instruction Technology Grants (IITG)

• Open Educational Resources (OER) Impact Grants

Interested in applying for 2026-27 Academic Innovation Grants?  

• Grant Preparation Checklist – Use this guide to start gathering the materials in preparation for submission

• FAQ: For general guidance, please visit the FAQ section in the top right navigation bar.

• RFP Application Portal: Application will be available in January 2026!

• The grants use a two-stage proposal process:

• • Stage 1: Ideation – A call for ideas and opportunities for faculty and staff to connect across campuses, fostering collaboration and more robust multi-campus proposals.

  • Stage 2: Full Proposals – Submission of complete project proposals, from which final awards will be made.

Check out these helpful resources from last year’s grant cycle:

• Recordings from 2025: View the 2025 Informational Webinar and slides, as well as the 2025 Town Hall recording and notes 
• Application: Quick Start Guide – This guide helps you navigate the application process for the Innovative Instruction Technology Grants (IITG) and Open Educational Resources (OER) Impact Grants programs.

Congratulations to the recipients of the the 2025 IITG projects and 2025 OER Impact Grants.  Thanks to all who submitted a proposal!