Support independent AI science in the public interest
There is a widening gap between what AI can do and what people understand about it — including those building it, using it, governing it, and living with its impacts. Gradient Institute is an independent nonprofit working to close that gap: we build and share knowledge, put it into practice, and act to change the systems that shape how AI is built and used. Your gift keeps that work independent.
Independence you can trust
We answer to our mission, not to any funder, client or interest group. Philanthropic support lets us choose the questions we ask, follow the evidence where it leads, and say what we find.
Impact where it counts
We prioritise high-stakes problems at the frontier of AI science and practice, where translating scientific insight into practical guidance makes a real difference for government, industry and the community.
Transparent and accountable
We publish our theory of change and report on our impact every year, so partners, funders and the public can hold us to our claims.
Make your gift
One-off or monthly, every gift strengthens independent, public-interest AI science. Donations of $2 or more are tax-deductible in Australia, and you'll receive a receipt by email.
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Our impact in 2025
- of Australian Government AI guides for industry shaped by Gradient
- 80%
- people reached by talks, workshops and training courses
- 4,500+
- not-for-profits reached through our education programs
- 140+
- organisations directly engaged with
- 40+
What your support makes possible
Build and share knowledge
Independent research on AI capabilities, impacts, risks and controls — made accessible to decision-makers, users and the public.
Put it into practice
Independent assessment, advice, education and practical guidance for AI developers, deployers and governing bodies — including not-for-profits that couldn't otherwise access it.
Act for systems change
Engaging the bodies that set, supervise and enforce the rules, advocating for structures that make safe and responsible AI the default, and strengthening the community working on this.
AI practices and frameworks are still being formed. Early contributions have compounding effects — this is the window in which independent evidence matters most.
Ways to support
Make a donation
Every gift, no matter the size, strengthens our independence and shows that the community values public-interest AI science. Give once or monthly.
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If you're a foundation, organisation or individual considering a significant gift, or would like to fund a specific program, we'd love to talk.
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SubscribeFrequently asked questions
How will my donation be used?
Gifts support our independent research, education and public-interest advisory work, and the systems-change activities set out in our theory of change. We report on what we achieve each year in our Impact Report.
Is my donation tax-deductible?
Yes. Gradient Institute is a registered charity with the ACNC (ABN 29 631 761 469) and is endorsed as a Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR). Donations of $2 or more are tax-deductible in Australia, and you'll receive a receipt by email.
Can I make a recurring donation?
Yes — choose "monthly" on the donation form. Recurring gifts give us predictable funding for long-term work.
Does donating affect your independence?
No. We answer to our mission, not to any funder. Donors do not direct our research questions, findings or conclusions.
Can I give from overseas, through a foundation, or as a bequest?
Yes. Contact us at info@gradientinstitute.org and we'll work out the best way to make your gift.
Help the AI transformation benefit everyone
Independent, rigorous, human-centred analysis is often missing when far-reaching decisions about AI are made. With your support, it won't be.