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AI grants and funding.
A public hub to help businesses and nonprofits find the grants and funding they need to adopt AI responsibly. We gather the sources that matter so you can move faster.
Federal funding
Start with the federal sources
These are the primary places to register, search, and apply for federal grants and small business support.
Grants.gov
The central database for federal grant opportunities across every agency. Search, filter, and apply for funding that supports technology and workforce work.
SAM.gov
Register your organization and search federal contract and assistance opportunities. Required for most federal awards.
U.S. Small Business Administration
Funding programs, loans, and guidance for small businesses, including technology adoption and growth support.
SBA Veterans Business Outreach Centers
Free counseling, training, and funding guidance for businesses owned by veterans and service members.
State and regional
Texas and local pathways
Regional programs and research partners that fund technology, veterans, and workforce work close to home.
Texas Veterans Commission
Grants and support for Texas veterans and the organizations that serve them, including entrepreneurship and workforce programs.
UT San Antonio National Security Collaboration Center
A research and collaboration hub in San Antonio. A pathway to partnerships, applied research, and funded initiatives where the Foundation is anchored.
Fund with confidence
Responsible governance strengthens applications
Funders reward projects that show responsible governance. Aligning your project to the recognized federal framework strengthens grant applications and demonstrates diligence to funders.
We point you to the sources that matter, and we help our partners tap platform credits and nonprofit programs as they are secured.
Standards
Strengthen your application
Strong governance makes a stronger application. Align to the recognized federal framework before you apply.
NIST AI Risk Management Framework
The federal reference for governing AI responsibly. Aligning your project to this framework strengthens grant applications and demonstrates diligence to funders.
Platform programs
Technology credits and nonprofit programs
Major platforms offer credits, donated software, and access programs. We help our partners tap these as they are secured.
Google for Nonprofits
Grants and discounted tools for eligible nonprofits, including cloud credits and productivity software.
Microsoft for Nonprofits
Donated and discounted software, Azure cloud credits, and AI tools for qualifying nonprofit organizations.
AWS for Nonprofits
Cloud credits and technical programs to help nonprofits build and scale technology projects.
Anthropic
Access programs and support for organizations building responsibly with AI. Availability varies by program.
OpenAI
Credits and access initiatives for eligible nonprofits and mission driven projects. Availability varies by program.
Program availability and eligibility change over time. We list these as helpful starting points and add access as it is secured. Confirm current terms directly with each provider.
Take the next step
Need help finding the right fit?
Tell us about your organization and goals. We will point you toward the funding paths most likely to work for you.