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The OpenAI Foundation's People-First AI Fund provides unrestricted grants to U.S.-based nonprofit and community organizations to strengthen civil society in the age of AI. The fund focuses on three areas: Community Support Services, Community Arts & Cultural Organizations, and Community Journalism & Media. Its inaugural round delivered approximately $40.
5 million in unrestricted grants to 208 nonprofits across the United States, with an additional $9. 5 million in board-directed grants, for a $50 million total commitment. Grants are unrestricted, allowing recipients to apply funds where they are most needed.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit and community-serving organizations working in community support services, community arts and culture, or local journalism and media. Organizations do not need to be AI-focused; the fund supports community infrastructure and resilience. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $50 million total fund. The first round disbursed roughly $40.5 million in unrestricted grants to 208 U.S.-based nonprofits, with typical individual awards in the range of approximately $50,000 to $500,000, plus an additional $9.5 million in board-directed grants. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
OpenAI People-First AI Fund for U.S. Nonprofits in Community Support Arts and Journalism is funded by OpenAI Foundation. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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