The SUNY Center for Professional Development (CPD) is pleased to announce that the SUNY Academic Innovation Grants Programs, including the Innovative Instruction Technology Grants (IITG) and Open Educational Resources (OER) Impact Grants, will once again be offered for the 2026–2027 academic year, providing over $1 million in competitive funding to support innovative projects that advance teaching, learning, and student success.
This year’s objectives emphasize harnessing AI, openness, and accessibility to advance affordable, innovative, and equitable education across SUNY. Projects may:
- Use AI to enhance teaching and learning through affordable, open, and flexible instructional approaches.
- Advance accessibility and equity by reducing barriers for diverse learners.
- Foster collaboration and sustainability across SUNY through innovative instructional models.
Key Dates
- Nov–Dec 2025: Ideation site open to share and connect on project ideas.
- Jan 4 – Mar 1, 2026: Request for Proposals open.
- May 2026: Awards announced.
The SUNY CPD is announcing the IITG/OER Impact Grant opportunities earlier this year to give campuses more time to generate ideas for projects, build collaborative proposals, and integrate projects into their academic calendars. By moving up the timeline, they’re hoping to support more time for planning, deeper engagement, smoother implementation, and greater impact across SUNY institutions.
Program details, resources, and application guidance are available here: SUNY Academic Innovation Grants.
Questions can be directed to iitgrants@suny.edu.
