AI & THE FUTURE OF NONPROFITS Strategy, Ethics, and Practical ApplicationsVirtual Learning Series | Via Zoom Artificial intelligence is no longer a future concept—it is already reshaping how nonprofits fundraise, operate, and make decisions. This two-part virtual series equips nonprofit leaders with both the strategic understanding and practical insight needed to responsibly engage with AI in today’s nonprofit environment. SESSION 1 AI, Ethics, and the Nonprofit HorizonFeaturing Nathan ChappellTuesday, February 3, 20262:00 PM Pacific | Via Zoom This session frames the current state of artificial intelligence in the nonprofit sector, with emphasis on what is already reshaping fundraising, operations, and decision-making today. It addresses the ethical considerations that leaders must understand, including data stewardship, bias, transparency, and donor trust. The presentation looks ahead to how AI is likely to evolve and what that trajectory means for nonprofit strategy and governance. The goal is to ground participants in both opportunity and responsibility as AI becomes more embedded in the sector. Learning ObjectivesParticipants will be able to: Understand how AI is currently influencing nonprofit strategy, fundraising, and operations Identify key ethical considerations nonprofit leaders must address when adopting AI Evaluate future AI trends and their implications for governance and organizational decision-making SESSION 2 Practical AI Applications in NonprofitsFeaturing Scott RosenkransTuesday, February 17, 20262:00 PM Pacific | Via Zoom Building on the strategic and ethical context, this session focuses on concrete, real-world uses of AI currently being adopted across nonprofits. It highlights how organizations are using AI to improve efficiency, enhance donor engagement, and scale impact with limited resources. The presentation examines patterns of growth and adoption, identifying where AI is delivering measurable value today. Participants will leave with a clearer understanding of practical applications they can assess and apply within their own organizations. Learning ObjectivesParticipants will be able to: Identify practical AI tools and use cases relevant to nonprofit organizations Understand where AI is delivering measurable value across fundraising and operations Assess which AI applications may be appropriate for their organization’s capacity and goals PRICING Members: $35 per session Nonmembers: $45 per session Discounted Series Pricing (Both Sessions): Members: $50 Nonmembers: $70 Click Here to Access the SCAHD Login Screen At the Login Screen you may request your password be sent to you via email.Future Members may create a SCAHD Account. SPEAKER BIOS Nathan ChappellChief AI OfficerVirtuous Software Nathan Chappell is a thought leader, public speaker, author, and AI inventor, recognized globally as an expert on the intersection of artificial intelligence and generosity. He serves as Chief AI Officer at Virtuous Software, where he supports AI integration to help nonprofit organizations amplify mission at scale. In 2018, Nathan founded Fundraising.AI, the world’s largest global advocacy organization for responsible and beneficial AI in the nonprofit sector. He is the author of Nonprofit AI: A Comprehensive Guide to Implementing Artificial Intelligence for Social Good and the award-winning book The Generosity Crisis: The Case for Radical Connection to Solve Humanity’s Greatest Challenges, widely regarded as required reading for today’s fundraisers. With more than 20 years of nonprofit leadership experience, Nathan is a global keynote speaker and content contributor. His work has been featured in NPR, The Chronicle of Philanthropy, Forbes, Fast Company, and more. His podcast, Fundraising AI, ranks among the top nonprofit technology podcasts worldwide. Nathan serves as an advisor for the OpenAI Users Forum, the AI for Good Foundation, the International Committee for Information Technology Standards (INCITS), and the Forbes Technology Council. He holds a Master’s in Nonprofit Administration from the University of Notre Dame, an MBA from the University of Redlands, certificates from the University of Cambridge, MIT, and the Institute of Sustainable Philanthropy, and is a CFRE and an IAPP-credentialed AI Governance Professional (AIGP). Scott RosenkransVice PresidentDonorSearch Scott Rosenkrans is a leading voice at the intersection of nonprofit strategy, data intelligence, and emerging technology. He is the author of Nonprofit AI, a practical guide designed to help nonprofit leaders understand how artificial intelligence can strengthen fundraising, improve decision-making, and enhance donor relationships while remaining mission-centered and ethical. Scott currently serves as Vice President at DonorSearch, where he works with organizations across the nonprofit sector to apply data analytics and AI-driven insights to prospect research, development strategy, and organizational growth. His work focuses on helping advancement teams move beyond intuition alone toward more informed, strategic, and sustainable fundraising practices. With deep experience in nonprofit leadership and technology-enabled philanthropy, Scott is a frequent speaker, advisor, and educator on the responsible use of AI in the social sector. His writing and presentations emphasize clarity, practicality, and alignment between technology and the human values at the core of charitable work.
