A Practical Guide To Responsible AI For The Social Impact Sector
IBM, Monday, March 30th, 2026
Responsible Use of AI for Social Impact, a whitepaper from IBM and NationSwell, offers practical frameworks, case studies and guidance for nonprofit leaders, funders, universities and technology partners navigating AI adoption.
AI is already reshaping how social impact organizations work. Adoption continues to rise across the sector, while governance often lags behind. Recent research shows that 82% of nonprofits are using some form of AI, yet 76% still do not have an AI policy in place. That gap creates both risk and missed opportunity for organizations working to advance their missions.
IBM and NationSwell developed Responsible Use of AI for Social Impact to help address that challenge. The playbook offers practical guidance for nonprofits, funders, universities and technology partners seeking to adopt AI in ways that are ethical, safe and useful in real-world settings.