Artificial intelligence is quickly becoming an essential tool for nonprofits—but knowing where to start can feel overwhelming. We designed this interactive half-day workshop specifically for nonprofit professionals who want practical, real-world ways to use AI without needing a technical background.
Whether you’re brand new to AI or have experimented with tools like ChatGPT or Claude, you’ll leave with a clear understanding of the AI landscape, practical ideas for integrating AI into your daily work, and the confidence to begin building simple AI-powered solutions for your organization.
Please bring a laptop. You won’t need special software or technical setup.
Participants will learn how to:
- Understand the differences between chatbots, AI assistants, automations, and AI agents.
- Develop a shared vocabulary to confidently discuss AI with colleagues and leadership.
- Identify repetitive tasks where AI can save time and increase efficiency.
- Explore practical nonprofit applications for AI, including fundraising, grant writing, communications, research, and administrative work.
- Learn a framework for thoughtfully incorporating AI into an organization’s workflow.
- Watch us build an AI agent live in Claude.
- Leave with step-by-step instructions to recreate the AI agent yourself.
- Discover additional AI tools and features that can support nonprofit work long after the session ends.
As part of the Center for Nonprofit Excellence, The Learning Center provides training and resources to help nonprofits serving Elkhart County grow their capacity and deepen their impact. This workshop builds on that commitment by offering practical tools and inclusive approaches to strategic planning.
Please limit participation to four people per nonprofit organization.
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