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AI & Democracy Grants proposal deadline: March 20, 2026, 5pm.
AI & Democracy Grants is sponsored by Digital Technology for Democracy Lab, The University of Virginia. These grants support projects that reveal the social, political, and cultural dynamics emerging around the integration of AI systems into institutions and people's lives, as well as the role of governments, institutions, and organizations in the development and promotion of AI systems.
The mission is to understand how rapidly evolving digital technologies and AI can challenge but also fortify democratic institutions and practices.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: UVA faculty may serve as lead PIs/researchers, while postdocs are eligible as co-PIs. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $50,000 per project, with possibility of applying for an additional $50,000 for a second year. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The most recent published deadline was March 20, 2026, which has passed. This is an annual program, so a new cycle should follow. Check the funder's website for the next application window.
AI & Democracy Grants is funded by Digital Technology for Democracy Lab, The University of Virginia. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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