W. M. Keck Foundation AI policy
Varies by programChecked November 9, 2026
In short
The W. M. Keck Foundation's Research Program application asks applicants, if applicable, to describe in up to 300 characters how generative AI was used to prepare the proposal; applications are not evaluated on this answer. The foundation may use AI tools to analyze proposals and generate summaries, and its staff, reviewers, and consultants may not share applicant data with AI tools that train on it.
For applicants
- Research Program applicants should, if applicable, describe how generative AI was used in preparing the proposal (up to 300 characters). Applications are not evaluated on this answer.[1]
For reviewers
Sources
- [1]Application Instructions
W. M. Keck Foundation
“If applicable, describe how generative AI was used in preparing this proposal. Up to 300 characters. Applications will not be evaluated on this answer.”
“WMKF employees, reviewers, and consultants are prohibited from sharing your data with AI tools that harvest data for algorithmic, large language model, or other training purposes.”
“The Foundation may use AI tools to analyze proposals, extract keywords for tracking purposes, generate project summaries, identify potential reviewers, and for other business purposes.”
This page summarizes published guidance and is not legal advice. Policies change, and a specific solicitation can add its own rules, so confirm against the funding announcement before you apply. See every funder's AI policy.