Announcing the initial People-First AI Fund grantees

December 8, 2025

TL;DR

The OpenAI Foundation awarded $40.5 million in unrestricted grants to 208 nonprofits.
The grants are part of the People-First AI Fund, aimed at strengthening communities and expanding AI opportunities.
A second wave of $9.5 million in grants will be announced later, supporting organizations with transformative AI work.
The selection process involved an open call, community listening, and independent review by experts and the Nonprofit Commission.
Grantees span various sectors including workforce development, media, education, health, and economic mobility.
California nonprofits are well-represented, consistent with the Foundation's home state.
The fund focuses on AI literacy, community innovation, and economic opportunity.
Grants are intended to address immediate needs and support community-led AI initiatives.

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