Research Foundation of The City University of New York

The Research Foundation of The City University of New York (RFCUNY) is a private, not‑for‑profit corporation that enables CUNY faculty and staff to secure and manage external research funding. Since its charter in 1963, RFCUNY has provided comprehensive pre‑award support—identifying grant opportunities and assisting with proposal development—and full post‑award administration for government and private sponsors. Its core services include grants administration, sponsored research award management, and overall sponsored program oversight, ensuring compliance, financial stewardship, and effective execution of funded projects.