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Grant to Establish AI3 Action Institute for Advancing AI in Native American Communities

This opportunity from the Administration for Native Americans seeks to establish the AI3 Action Institute to advance responsible Artificial Intelligence (AI) integration in Native American communities. - Government Buyer: - Administration for Children and Families (ACF), Administration for Native Americans (ANA) - Scope of Work: - Establish and operate the AI3 Action Institute - Monitor AI advancements and identify responsible, practical AI applications in socioeconomic areas within Native communities - Support AI integration across Indian Country - Reduce the AI learning curve for Native communities - Align AI opportunities with Tribal priorities and optimize deployment - Strengthen Tribal governance and community capacity - Funding Details: - Cooperative agreement grant - Total funding available: $3,500,000 - Expected award amount: $2,500,000 - Cost sharing or matching is required - Eligibility: - Native American tribal organizations, nonprofit Indian organizations, Native CDFIs, Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian organizations, and tribal colleges/universities in relevant territories - Notable Requirements: - No specific OEMs or vendors; this is a programmatic and organizational services grant, not a product procurement - Focus on program design, community engagement, and capacity building - Place of Performance: - Administration for Native Americans (federal office)

Description

The Administration for Native Americans (ANA) is announcing funding availability for the AI3 Action Institute, which will focus on monitoring AI advancements and integrating AI technology responsibly within Native communities. The institute aims to reduce the learning curve for Native communities, identify AI opportunities aligned with Tribal priorities, optimize AI deployment, and strengthen Tribal governance and community capacity. This initiative supports the development of strong economies, families, and resilient Native communities through AI investments.

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