Many nonprofits and foundations are weaving artificial intelligence into their daily workflows — from programs to fundraising and communications. Smart tools are helping nonprofits realize ambitious goals, win grants, and manage demanding workloads.

Some organizations have onboarded AI avatars as fundraisers; others are using AI tools to track donor data and generate reports. Grant-seekers are experimenting with AI tools, and some foundations are using AI to screen grant applications.

In this forum, our panel discussed the benefits and challenges AI present, as well as how they vet tools, consider AI’s environmental impact, and preserve the human touch in their work.

Host:

• Stephanie Beasley, Fellowship Director and Senior Writer, Chronicle of Philanthropy

Speakers:

• Allison Greenwood, Chief Impact and Strategy Officer, Ewing and Marion Kauffman Foundation
• Keith Hotle, CEO, Stop Soldier Suicide
• Dave Morin, CEO, Samaritas