Exploring AI for Charities: Guidance, Ethics and Practical Tools
As artificial intelligence becomes more accessible, many charities are beginning to explore how it can support their work – from boosting productivity to enhancing service delivery. But with new possibilities come important questions around ethics, governance and responsible use.
Whether you’re just starting out or looking to develop your organisation’s approach, these trusted resources offer practical guidance tailored for the charity sector:
- Charity Excellence Framework: AI Governance and Ethics – A comprehensive framework to help charities navigate AI ethics, risks, and opportunities.
- Charity Digital: How to Create an AI Policy – Step-by-step advice on developing an internal AI policy that fits your organisation.
- Charity Commission Blog: Charities and Artificial Intelligence – Key considerations from the regulator on using AI responsibly and maintaining public trust.
- Dandelion AI: Resources – A growing collection of free and accessible tools, templates, and explainers to help charities understand and use AI safely and effectively.
- Getting Started with AI: A Free Self-Serve Course – Provided by CAST (Centre for the Acceleration of Social Technology), a UK-based charity that supports other charities and social enterprises to build their digital confidence and use technology more effectively.
These links offer a great starting point for thinking through the role of AI in your charity’s strategy, operations, and values.