Today, Robin Hood unveiled the commencement of the AI Poverty Challenge, a nationwide competition designed to propel forward responsible and equitable applications of AI technology aimed at expanding opportunities and fostering upward mobility for individuals facing poverty.
The Challenge will allocate funds of up to $4 million to finalists and three winners, highlighting key areas of focus: Education, Workforce, and Financial Empowerment. This initiative is made feasible through collaborative efforts with the GitLab Foundation and the Bezos Family Foundation. The announcement took place at the Robin Hood Opportunity x AI Summit.
