Strategy & Trends

What is changing in AI for nonprofits, and what to do about it.

Short, practical reads on the training, tools, strategy and news that matter for mission-driven teams. About five minutes each, every fact traced to its source, and a clear next step at the end.

  1. Training5 minute readBeginner

    Google.org Launches Free AI Training and Coaching for Nonprofits

    Three free courses, one-on-one coaching, and new research from Google.org, for organizations in Google for Nonprofits.

    Best for: Operations teams, fundraising teams, any nonprofit new to AI

  2. Tools5 minute readBeginner

    2026 Guide to Free and Discounted AI Tools for Nonprofits

    Which AI tools are free or discounted for nonprofits, and the four-step verification sequence that unlocks most of the discounts at once.

    Best for: Operations teams, anyone managing software budgets, nonprofits just starting to explore AI tools

  3. Strategy5 minute readBeginner

    Bridgespan & NTEN Release AI Strategy Framework for Nonprofits

    A free framework from Bridgespan and NTEN gives nonprofit leaders a clear way to decide where AI helps their mission and where it doesn't.

    Best for: Executive directors, leadership teams, organizations just starting to think about AI strategy