Episode 2
Fundraising.AI
Episode 2: AI & Philanthropy: Shaping the Future of Fundraising
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OVERVIEW
In this episode of Fundraising.AI Podcast…
Welcome to today’s episode, where we delve into the intricate relationship between technology, responsibility, and philanthropy, shedding light on how Fundraising.AI is reshaping the fundraising landscape amidst rapid technological advancements. Join hosts Nathan and Scott as they navigate through a thought-provoking discussion, exploring the omnipresence of Responsible and Beneficial AI and the ongoing efforts required to uphold its principles.
Drawing from their recent experiences at the Microsoft Nonprofit Global Leaders Summit and a strategic planning session on fundraising.AI, Nathan and Scott provide a comprehensive recap, highlighting the pivotal role of Responsible and Beneficial AI and the ongoing work required in this realm. The conversation takes an intriguing turn as they delve into recent developments, including the EU’s proposed AI safety guidelines and Eric Schmidt’s contemplations on the evolving role of philanthropy amidst AI’s transformative impact on society and employment.
Also, referencing the IMF’s report on the projected ramifications of AI on employment and societal equity, Nathan and Scott underscore the urgency of navigating these advancements with careful consideration and foresight. As they explore cutting-edge browser technology and reflect on the dual nature of AI’s potential, the hosts emphasize the importance of staying informed and discerning in an ever-evolving technological landscape.
Throughout the conversation, Nathan and Scott provide listeners with valuable and actionable perspectives to navigate the complexities of applied AI in fundraising and beyond. Moreover, their unique insights and engaging banter offer a deeper understanding of how Responsible and Beneficial AI is shaping the future of fundraising in an era of unprecedented technological progress.
EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS
- [00:29] Intersection of Nonprofits and Responsible and Beneficial AI: Insights from the Microsoft Global Nonprofits Leader Summit
- [0819] Reflecting on Fundraising.AI: Responsibility and Collaboration in the Tech-Nonprofit Space
- [11:35] Framework for Responsible and Beneficial AI in Fundraising
- [14:12] Future Landscape of AI
- [18:36] Exploring the Boundaries: AI Advancements, Responsibility, and the Role of Philanthropy
TIPS AND TOOLS TO IMPLEMENT TODAY
- Make Responsible and Beneficial AI a central focus of your organization's strategy and operations.
- Educate your team on the importance of Responsible and Beneficial AI and integrate it into all aspects of your work.
- Attend conferences, summits, and events focused on AI, particularly those emphasizing Responsible and Beneficial AI.
- Foster collaboration between nonprofits, tech companies, vendors, and other stakeholders.
- Recognize the importance of collective action in advancing Responsible and Beneficial AI initiatives and address common challenges.
- Review frameworks and guidelines for Responsible and Beneficial AI, ensuring they remain relevant and practical.
- Adapt and refine strategies based on emerging trends, challenges, and stakeholder feedback.
- Educate your team, stakeholders, and the broader community about Responsible and Beneficial AI principles and practices.
- Consider the potential impacts of AI on equity and inclusion and strive to mitigate bias and discrimination in AI systems.
- Embrace innovation and new technologies while remaining vigilant about their ethical implications.
FAVORITE QUOTES
- "Responsible and Beneficial AI is everyone's responsibility. it's not just big Tech's responsibility." - Nathan Chappell
- "Until the word responsible is ubiquitous with the letters AI, we have work to do." - Nathan Chappell
- "Our role has never been more important than it is today. And it's going to increase over time." -Nathan Chappell
- "Advances happen faster than our ability to understand or adapt to them." -Nathan Chappell
- "They talked a lot about responsible AI and their framework for Responsible and Beneficial AI and why AI governance is important." -Nathan Chappell
- "It was all about nonprofits, all about artificial intelligence, identifying tons of interesting use cases of how to apply it, how to be more efficient with your work, how to be able to outreach to more individuals, how to do your mission, complete your mission that much more successful and more efficiently." - Scott Rosenkrans
- "A lot of focus on doing it responsibly as well. So addressing some of the concerns, knowing that there's not definitive answers, but it's all conversation about how to employ it responsibly, what are the things to look out for..." - Scott Rosenkrans
- "Just exciting to see all the good that people are doing all the networks and how they're spreading out their message." - Scott Rosenkrans
- "I think we do have this expensive goal of solving problems, but that isn't going to go away. They are going to find more and more opportunities to solve problems and in unique ways, but the sector is going to be needed for a very long time." - Scott Rosenkrans
- "So it's all about how it's used, and whether or not the people behind it, or the people using it even or applying it in responsible ways." - Scott Rosenkrans
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MEET YOUR HOSTS
Nathan Chappell
As a thought leader, public speaker, author and inventor, Nathan is one of the world’s foremost experts on the intersection between Artificial Intelligence and philanthropy. Nathan serves as Senior Vice President of DonorSearch AI, where he leads AI deployments for some of the nation’s largest nonprofit organizations. Nathan’s subject matter expertise has been featured in several publications, including Fast Company, University of Notre Dame and the Association of Healthcare Philanthropy. In 2021, Nathan founded Fundraising.Ai as a member-centric collaboration of nonprofit professionals with a focus on data ethics, data equality, privacy and security, sustainability. Nathan presented the first TEDx on the topic of artificial intelligence and the future of generosity in 2018. Nathan is a member of the Forbes Technology Council and holds a Masters in Nonprofit Administration from University of Notre Dame, an MBA from University of Redlands, a certificate in International Economics from University of Cambridge and a certificate in Artificial Intelligence from MIT.
Scott Rosenkrans
Scott Rosenkrans is the Assistant Vice President of DonorSearch Ai and has been with the organization for three years. He began his journey in the nonprofit sector twelve years ago as a prospect researcher. He quickly became fascinated with data as he noticed the organization that he previously worked for was amassing a wealth of information but was unsure how to efficiently use the data and resources to its full potential. This led him to become interested in predictive modeling and data analytics. During this time, he began to create an immense commitment to delivering tailor-made machine learning models to nonprofits.
The thing that Scott loves most about working for DonorSearch is the ability to prioritize what is best for the client and nonprofit sector above all else. He believes that growth is our most important core value because the DSAi team continuously evolves and brings a unique perspective that provides value to our clients. He stays ahead of industry trends because of his insatiable drive to constantly try out new things.
Favorite nonprofit: Shriner’s Children Hospital because of their extreme commitment to providing exceptional medical care, while also alleviating the financial burdens on families.
