A Cohort Program for Grantmaking Teams
Funders AI Cohort
The Funders Cohort is a guided, peer-based learning experience for grantmaking teams who want to understand and begin working with AI in a responsible, supported way.
Who This Cohort Is For
- Grantmaking teams who want shared understanding around AI and how it can be implemented to further their missions
Program Structure
- 12-week cohort with facilitated discussions and peer learning
- Designed for entire organizations or large departmental teams
What Participants Leave With
- A clearer understanding of AI opportunities and risks
- Shared language for internal conversations
- Greater confidence engaging AI responsibly and discussing it with boards and grantees
Cohort-Based Learning
Join a curated group of grantmaking professionals who are navigating the same challenges you are. Learn alongside peers, swap real-world insights, and build a shared understanding of what AI can—and cannot—do for your work through:
Live learning sessions for your whole team
Interactive workshops designed for collective learning
Role and task based peer groups for greater organization learning
Connect with peers in similar roles across organizations
Immediate AI practice in funder-based use cases
Apply learning directly to your organization's needs
Office hours open to all participants
Get personalized support when you need it most
Why AI Confluence Works
Funders don't need more coming at them from all directions. They need a confluence of conversation, capacity, and confidence within the AI space.
AI Confluence:
Demystifies AI by breaking useful skills down into clear, practical steps
Builds confidence through guided practice and repeatable use cases
Elevates impact by expanding teams' ability to think strategically, work creatively, and collaborate effectively with AI
Strengthens your AI environment by creating the space for teams to have facilitated conversations about the aspects of AI that matter most and build sustainable structures to further your AI expertise