The Chronicle of Philanthropy recently published an opinion piece, “AI Can Help Nonprofits Reach More Donors But Fundraisers Can’t Ignore Potential Pitfalls,” a topic that Allison Fine and I have been researching and writing about since 2017. In 2019, we did a deep dive on AI & Giving to look at the landscape of fundraising tools & platforms using AI and the implications. Our next project was the research and writing of the “The Smart Nonprofit: Staying Human-Centered in an Age … [Read more...]
The Smart Nonprofit Book Launches 3/9
I’ve got some very exciting news, my new book,The Smart Nonprofit: Staying Human-Centered in an Automated World, co-authored with Allison Fine, launches on Wednesday, March 9th. The Smart Nonprofit is a jargon-free roadmap for nonprofit staff, boards, volunteers, and funders on the ways “smart technologies” like artificial intelligence are changing social change work. Smart tech will take over the time-consuming administrative tasks that make work feel overwhelming and endless, and that can … [Read more...]
#AI4Good: Artificial Intelligence & Wellbeing, Ethical Dilemmas, and More
Allison Fine and I have been looking at artificial intelligence, nonprofits, and philanthropy. Our most recent research, Unlocking Generosity with Artificial Intelligence: The Future of Giving. with support from Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. While this particular research was focused on giving and fundraising, we have looking at topic with a broader lens. As we continue to explore this topic, I'll be posting more regular updates about new developments. AI and Wellbeing I … [Read more...]
Philgorithms: Two Examples of Data Mapping to Guide Donor Decisions
As COVID accelerates innovative uses of AI in many areas, we are also seeing more development of AI-powered data mapping tools for philanthropic advising and to support donor investment decisions. In our report, Unlocking Generosity with Artificial Intelligence: The Future of Giving (ai4giving), Allison Fine and I identified examples of where the algorithms and data are used to provide recommendations for philanthropic investment - whether everyday donors, program officers, or major … [Read more...]
Future of Giving: Coordination, Donor Retention & Artificial Intelligence
spark and honey: Future of Giving Report This report explores the question: What are the cultural shifts impacting the future of giving, and what are the critical implications and opportunities for individuals and organization now and in the future? It is a collaboration between sparks & honey, a business strategy firm and the Morgridge Family Foundation. The report defines the “giving ecosystem” expansively, encompassing private and public sectors, individuals and larger … [Read more...]
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