GitLab Foundation AI for Economic Opportunity Fund 2025 (Up To $250,000 Seed Funding)

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Applications are open for GitLab Foundation AI for Economic Opportunity Fund 2025. This initiative, powered by a partnership between the GitLab Foundation and OpenAI, continues their shared commitment to advancing income growth and economic opportunity through innovative uses of AI.

They ’re seeking bold projects that use AI to expand economic mobility — from unlocking data for impact, to making services more affordable, to helping workers navigate education and job pathways. The Fund is not just about technology, it’s about creating equitable systems that empower individuals and communities. By supporting AI-driven innovation, the GitLab Foundation aims to close opportunity gaps, modernize economic infrastructure, and build solutions that help millions achieve financial stability and career growth.

Examples of eligible projects include:

Using AI to reimagine how workforce or social services are delivered.
Developing personalized education and training tools that adapt to learner needs.
Streamlining benefit access or improving administrative efficiency using AI.
Creating innovative ways to connect people with income, skills, and job opportunities.

AI for Economic Opportunity Fund Benefits

Selected grantees will receive:

$250,000 seed funding to prototype and demonstrate progress
Six months of technical support from OpenAI engineers and advisors
API credits and peer learning with a network of leading practitioners and funders
Eligibility for additional scaling capital from partner funders
Opportunity to showcase work at a Demo Day in August/September 2026.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must be nonprofit organizations (projects can operate globally).
Partnerships between nonprofits, for-profit startups, or tech experts are encouraged.
For-profit social enterprises may be considered if aligned with the Fund’s mission, preferably with a fiscal sponsor or nonprofit partner.