Technology in the Public Interest Program
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The MacArthur Foundation's Technology in the Public Interest Program funds research and ecosystem-building to advance equity and justice in technology, especially AI, centering marginalized communities.
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Funder: MacArthur Foundation
Due Dates: No fixed deadline; unsolicited proposals not currently accepted
Funding Amounts: Typical grants range from $400,000–$800,000 over 2–3 years; general operating support is common
Summary: Supports equity and justice in technology, especially AI, by funding research, advocacy, and ecosystem-building centered on marginalized communities.
Key Information: Applications are by invitation only; researchers may share ideas via email for consideration.
Description
The MacArthur Foundation's Technology in the Public Interest Program funds projects at the intersection of technology and society, with a focus on promoting equity and justice in the digital era. The program supports initiatives that address the social impacts of advanced technologies, particularly artificial intelligence (AI), by investing in ecosystem development, research, advocacy, movement-building, and policy work. Centering marginalized communities, the program aims to foster a resilient, collaborative, and diverse technology landscape where technological advancements reflect public interest values. Funding is provided to organizations that contribute to multiple core approaches, such as strengthening networks, advancing knowledge, and supporting movement-building and policy advocacy.
