Humanity AI Announces More Than $18 Million in New Grants to Shape AI for the Public Good

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Humanity AI announces $18 million in new pooled grants to support organizations working at the intersection of AI and public good.
$8 million will go to groups focusing on safeguarding democratic institutions, protecting workers’ rights, strengthening journalism, and advancing education.
Humanity AI will support AI Civics, an initiative to improve public education and literacy about AI’s role in society.
An increasing number of Americans express concern over AI’s societal role, with over half wanting more control over how AI is used in their lives.
The initiative aims to ensure AI development is guided by public interest and values rather than concentrated control by a few.
Grant recipients include diverse organizations working collaboratively to shape the conversation on AI’s governance.
Humanity AI plans to launch a $10 million open call this summer to identify and fund more impactful projects.
The initiative emphasizes support for organizations close to AI’s impact to envision and contribute to a more equitable future.

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