Building off previous support of AI for Social Good, Google.org has launched a call to find organizations around the world that are using artificial intelligence to create new, innovative solutions to existing problems and to accelerate progress on Sustainable Development Goals. The deadline is March 17 and submissions up ~$2M will be accepted. A total of ~$25M in grants will be awarded.
Applications must meet the following criteria:
- Impact: How does the application of AI accelerate progress towards the Global Goals, break through barriers, or reduce inefficiencies? Is the application grounded in research and data? Is there a clear plan to deploy an AI model, and what are the expected outcomes?
- Scalability and Sustainability: If successful, how can this project scale beyond the initial proposal? How will the project continue beyond Google.org’s funding? Is there a clear plan to share learnings and best practices with the global community
- Feasibility: Does the team have a well-developed, realistic plan for execution and the technical expertise needed to apply AI to the problem? Have they identified the right partners and domain experts?
- Data and Responsibility: While AI applications show great promise, these technologies raise important challenges. Is AI the appropriate tool to tackle the issue? Does this proposal apply technology innovatively and effectively? Does the use of AI align with Google’s AI Principles and Responsible AI Practices?
Learn more about the AI for the Global Goals Grants opportunity.