Google.org Launches $20M Generative AI Accelerator for Nonprofits
The program aims to enhance productivity and effectiveness in serving communities through technical training, mentorship, and funding.
- Google.org's new accelerator program will fund 21 nonprofits with $20 million to develop generative AI tools that improve community services.
- Nonprofits including Quill.org, World Bank, and Tarjimly will receive technical training, workshops, and mentorship to launch their AI-powered projects.
- Generative AI is reported to help social impact teams achieve their goals in one third of the time at nearly half the cost.
- A majority of nonprofits see generative AI as aligning with their missions, but face barriers such as cost, resources, and a lack of awareness.
- Google for Nonprofits program donated over $2 billion in 2023, enabling more than 300,000 nonprofits worldwide to access AI-powered technology at no cost.