Federal Grant Award Summary

The Research Foundation For The State University Of New York (RF SUNY) received a $3,992,032 Project Grant from the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Postsecondary Education under the Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education (FIPSE, CFDA 84.116) program, effective January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2029. The project, titled "From Campus to Community: Civil Discourse as a Catalyst for Local Civic Renewal," is headquartered in Buffalo, New York and aims to support institutional reforms and innovative strategies in postsecondary education. FIPSE project grants of this scope typically focus on enhancing educational quality, expanding opportunities for underserved student populations, and implementing evidence-based interventions that advance higher education institutional effectiveness.

While specific project deliverables are not detailed in the award documentation, the project title indicates a focus on developing civil discourse initiatives that bridge academic institutions with community engagement, likely targeting civic renewal and student civic learning outcomes. RF SUNY, serving as the fiscal agent and sponsored programs administrator for the State University of New York system, will be responsible for project execution and compliance with Department of Education General Administrative Regulations. The four-year funding period and substantial investment reflect the program's commitment to supporting comprehensive, long-term educational reform initiatives within the SUNY system and its surrounding communities.