AI 101 For Nonprofits

AI 101 for Nonprofits is a free foundational learning session and community resource that helps charitable and social-impact organisations understand and adopt artificial intelligence safely and responsibly.

Free AI Communities and Resources for Nonprofits

• Infoxchange NFP Community: Offers AI 101 sessions developed with Google.org, self-paced learning paths, digital badges, and AI readiness assessments through Give Grants.

• AI for Community: Provides structured courses such as AI Essentials and AI In Depth, covering administrative automation, grant writing, and ethical AI adoption. Visit AI for Community

• Fundraising.ai: An independent collaborative focused on responsible AI adoption in nonprofit fundraising.

• AI for Nonprofits (AI4NP): Provides curated AI tools, strategy guides, governance frameworks, and a peer-informed resource directory. Explore resources

• Anthropic AI Fluency Certification: A free AI certification course for nonprofit professionals, developed in partnership with GivingTuesday's Data Commons. Access courses

• Certificate in Applied AI for Social Good: A free, four-course programme supported by Microsoft Elevate through PoliSync. Explore the programme

Core Topics Covered in AI 101

• AI Fundamentals: Understanding generative AI and distinguishing general-purpose tools like ChatGPT from AI solutions integrated into nonprofit systems.

• Practical Applications: Using AI to draft grant proposals, repurpose newsletters for social media, plan campaigns, and manage volunteer outreach.

• Prompt Writing: Crafting clear instructions to generate relevant, useful, and tone-appropriate content.

• Ethics and Human Oversight: Protecting sensitive data, verifying AI-generated information, and ensuring AI use aligns with organisational values and mission without replacing human judgment.