You’re Invited to Fund.AI Dublin
AI is moving fast. Philanthropy needs to keep pace. Fund.AI, hosted by the Patrick J. McGovern Foundation and Fast Forward, brings philanthropic and sector leaders together to move from AI curiosity to AI action — trading what's working, tackling what's hard, and funding the tech nonprofits putting AI to work for humanity. This October, we're bringing Fund.AI to Dublin for a focused, half-day gathering timed alongside the International AI Summit.
When & Where
Event Details
Join us to connect with peers, share insights, and shape the future of AI in philanthropy. We hope to see you there!
When: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 from 9:00 AM-2:00 PM
Where: Hen’s Teeth Dublin, Blackpitts, Dublin, D08 A9FD, Ireland
Hen’s Teeth is a cultural venue in Dublin, Ireland. It is an accessible building with a step-free entrance.
Who
The Company You’ll Keep
Philanthropic and sector leaders from across Europe and beyond — whether you’ve been deep in AI for years or are just starting to explore, this room is for you.
Questions? Reach out to rsvp@ffwd.org.
What to Expect
Whether you joined us at a Fund.AI convening before or are new to this conversation, this year’s event will offer:
- A deeper dive into what’s changed in the fast-moving AI landscape — and how those shifts should inform funding strategies.
- Intimate, collaborative conversations designed to surface shared infrastructure needs, opportunities for joint investment, and actionable ways to accelerate impact.
- Candid dialogue with technologists, nonprofit leaders, and AI companies about how philanthropy can help unlock the potential of cutting-edge models for the communities that need them most.
And, lots of time for building relationships and connecting!
Join the conversation
Register for Fund.AI Dublin
Schedule
Coffee & Connections: Registration and Breakfast
9:00 – 9:30 AM
Fuel up and meet peers before diving into the program.
Welcome: Why We’re Here
9:30 – 9:35 AM
Setting the stage for the day.
With: Fast Forward and Patrick J. McGovern Foundation
In Conversation: AI and Philanthropic Strategy
9:35 – 9:55 AM
A look at how the AI landscape continues to shift—new capabilities, breakthroughs, and challenges—and what it all means for philanthropy.
With: Patrick J. McGovern Foundation
Behind the Model: AI and Social Impact
9:55 – 10:45 PM
Hear directly from AI platform leaders on where the technology is headed, then dig into Q&A on what real partnership with philanthropy can look like.
With: Anthropic and more
The Latest in Nonprofit AI Innovation
10:45 – 11:30 PM
Meet the leading AI-powered nonprofits tackling real-world problems and hear their stories for fresh inspiration and practical context you can bring back to your own work.
With: Bayes Impact and more
Lunch
11:30 – 12:45 PM
Open space to build relationships and make connections.
Governance, Ethics, and Responsible Deployment
12:45 – 1:30 PM
A look at the governance frameworks and ethical deployment, plus how funders and their grantees can navigate this moment.
Lightning Learn: Your AI Toolkit
1:30 – 1:45 PM
Practical, action-ready tools for funding AI well — resources you can use today, in the next quarter, and over the coming year.
With: Fast Forward
A Closing Call to Action
1:45 – 2:00 PM
Together we’ll shape the key insights, shared priorities, and concrete actions that will carry Fund.AI forward.
Confirmed Speakers
…and more to come.
Shannon Farley co-founded Fast Forward to harness the power of technology - especially AI - to tackle humanity’s biggest challenges. Under her leadership, Fast Forward has supported nonprofits improving the lives of 415 million people worldwide and raising $1.4 billion in follow-on funding.
Nick Cain is Vice President of Strategy & Innovation at the Patrick J. McGovern Foundation, where he applies digital, AI, and data solutions to global issues through hypothesis-driven grantmaking, strategic partnerships, and ecosystem engagement.
Paul Duan is a French social entrepreneur and data scientist who founded Bayes Impact, an international tech nonprofit that uses artificial intelligence and big data to address major social challenges. Bayes Impact powers agents that serve millions of beneficiaries through public services.
