GitLab Foundation

At GitLab Foundation, we know that 𝘩𝘰𝘸 we do our work is just as important as 𝘸𝘩𝘢𝘵 we do. Transparency in particular is critical how we do our work and how we engage with our team, partners and the public. The GitLab Foundation Handbook — which was inspired by and adapted from GitLab's handbook — is a comprehensive resource that serves as a single source of truth that is available for anyone to access and use. Our Handbook not only exemplifies transparency but showcases each of our organizational values in action. Gain more insight into our Handbook and how we do business at the link in the comments. #companyhandbook #values #transparency #operations

The Patrick J. McGovern Foundation believes that effective tech philanthropy requires a nuanced understanding of AI’s potential, alongside a commitment to ethical, inclusive development. This week, philanthropic leaders across the country joined us for #FundAI – a two-day in-person convening designed to help the philanthropic sector gain the strategic perspective, technical knowledge, and practical tools necessary to fund #AI for social impact. Our collaborative efforts with Google.org, the GitLab Foundation, and Fast Forward brought together over 100 philanthropic groups eager to delve into AI’s potential to drive progress across sectors and communities across the globe. We came away from our conversations hopeful that our learning agenda will help pave the way for informed evaluation of funding tech for good initiatives – in service of creating a human-centered, tech-enabled future. To stay connected with our work, find us at The Patrick J. McGovern Foundation and mcgovern.org. #FundAI #TechForGood #Philanthropy #AI4Impact #CommunityOfPractice

Leaders of philanthropic institutions are grappling with an urgent question — how can we ensure that emerging technologies advance our shared purpose and improve the lives of the communities we serve? Meanwhile, a critical funding gap persists for nonprofits deploying AI, machine learning, and other tech-enabled approaches to tackle major societal challenges. To unlock resources for this critical work, grantmakers need the right tools, knowledge, and community of practice to thoroughly evaluate and champion proposals that involve data science, AI, and technology product development. Next week, in partnership with Google.org, the GitLab Foundation, and Fast Forward, PJMF aims to help close that gap by convening Fund.AI — a two-day in-person peer learning exchange where grantmakers will learn directly from each other, and from the builders of nonprofit tech, on how great technology products are built and how we can help the ecosystem grow. Have ideas for what funders should know about nonprofit tech? Let us know in the comments! Stay connected with us at mcgovern.org and The Patrick J. McGovern Foundation. #FundAI #TechForGood #AI

As AI continues to transform industries, philanthropic organizations are recognizing its potential to help nonprofits amplify their impact. A recent Fast Company article by Michelle Armstrong highlights the importance of closing the AI skills gap and how nonprofits are increasing their fluency in AI. 🦾 “We hope that over time philanthropy will fund more of these transformational use cases that have the potential to help nonprofits deliver services in new ways. There’s a role for philanthropy in all of it,” said Alex Swartsel, managing director at Jobs for the Future (JFF)'s Center for Artificial Intelligence & the Future of Work — and an advisory board member for our AI for Economic Opportunity Fund. Learn more about how philanthropy and nonprofits can utilize AI as a force for good by reading the full article in the comments.👇 #philanthropy #techforgood #ai

Agriculture is the backbone of Kenya’s economy, but this sector faces challenges like climate change, low youth engagement, decreased soil quality, and declining production. That’s where CAP Youth Empowerment Institute (CAPYEI) comes in. With support from the GitLab Foundation, CAPYEI has launched a program to train and equip young people with the skills they need for careers in agriculture. 🌱 “If 100 young people enroll in our program, it’s almost guaranteed that 85 of them will be able to earn a living wage within one year using the skills we teach,” said Ndungu Kahihu, executive director of CAPYEI. “Our goal is to ensure that every young person in Kenya has access to the same opportunities, no matter where they live.” Learn more about CAPYEI at the link in the comments. ⤵️ #socialimpact #climatesmart #economicdevelopment

🎉 Congratulations to our board member Freddy Vega for receiving one of this year's World Education Medals! Freddy is the founder and CEO of Platzi, which is the largest tech school in Latin America and one of the most respected edtech companies in the world. Platzi has provided high-quality training and education to more than 5 million students. As a member of the GitLab Foundation board, Freddy provides deep expertise, experience and insight that informs and guides all of our work. World Education Medals are awarded to leaders who transform education and close learning gaps for underserved populations. We can't think of a more deserving recipient!

We’re proud to partner with Robin Hood on the AI Poverty Challenge! The AI Poverty Challenge is a nationwide competition aimed at advancing the use of AI to help lift people out of poverty. A total of up to $4 million in funding will be distributed among the finalists, who will develop solutions in the areas of education, workforce development, and financial empowerment. 👏 AI Poverty Challenge Finalists include: 💡 CodePath 💡 Beyond 12 💡 Paloma 💡 Teaching Lab 💡 The Legal Aid Society 💡 Nava 💡 Upsolve 💡 FutureFit AI 💡 Unlocked Labs Find out more about the partnership and the finalists’ groundbreaking solutions at the link in comments. ⤵️ #techforgood #socialimpact #economicmobility

💡 When green jobs = good jobs, they drive economic mobility for individuals, improve the current and future state of the environment and transform entire communities. 🌵 With significant federal investment flowing into the clean energy sector in the southwest U.S., there is huge potential to create thousands of high-paying, union-backed jobs. 🛣️ Organized Power In Numbers, The Semilla Project and UAW Center for Manufacturing a Green Economy (UAW-CMGE) are collaborating across the region to leverage these investments and ensure that underrepresented groups have pathways into safe, stable and well-paying jobs. Read more about their work at the link in the comments. ⤵️ #greenjobs #climatechange #economicopportunity #unionjobs

What does the future of work look like when we leverage emerging technology for good? GitLab Foundation CEO Ellie Bertani, senior program officer Matt Zieger, and director of impact measurement and analytics Spencer MacColl share how our partners are utilizing technology to transform economic opportunities. From AI-driven career coaching to technology that helps match refugees with communities where they can thrive, the foundation’s partners are driving impact and shaping the future of work. Link in the comments.👇 #futureofwork #philanthropy #techforgood

Congratulations to the Learning for Action Fund grantees! 🎉 📈 12 foundation grantees were awarded a total of $600,000 to accelerate their learning and impact measurement efforts. These funds will enable grantees to scale faster, attract additional funding and design more effective programs. ▶ This fund builds on our ongoing commitment to help organizations deliver life-changing programs and capture their impact in meaningful ways. Read more about each of the projects at the link in the comments. #socialimpact #impactmeasurement #evaluation