NextGenAI is an alliance initiated by OpenAI, bringing together 15 leading research institutions committed to leveraging AI to accelerate research breakthroughs and transform education. The alliance receives $50 million in research funding, computing resources, and API access from OpenAI, supporting students, educators, and researchers in expanding the frontiers of knowledge. By uniting institutions across the US and internationally, NextGenAI aims to drive progress faster than any single institution could, cultivating the next generation of leaders who will shape the future of AI.