How do I apply for the NTEN AI Certificate nonprofit discount?

Visit nten.org/learn/professional-certificates/ai-for-nonprofits/ to review the curriculum and courses. Check NTEN membership options at nten.org to access the 50% member discount ($500 vs. $1,000). If you need financial assistance, review scholarship availability on the certificate page. Click 'Enroll Now' on the certificate program page to begin registration. Complete the 13 courses and final assignment at your own pace within 12 months. Contact ash@nten.org (Chief Program Officer) with questions about enrollment or scholarships

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NTEN AI Certificate Nonprofit Discount & Pricing

50% off for NTEN members ($500 vs. $1,000 non-member price)

50% OFF

Nonprofit Discount

50% Off

Full access for nonprofits

Verification

Self-Attestation

Simple verification process

Renewal Terms

Manual Renewal

Annual renewal required

Last verified: Mar 19, 2026

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What is NTEN AI Certificate?

NTEN (Nonprofit Technology Enterprise Network) is the leading professional association for nonprofit technology practitioners. The NTEN AI for Nonprofits Professional Certificate is a comprehensive learning program covering ethical AI implementation, bias mitigation, fundraising applications, grant writing in the age of AI, and organizational governance, designed for nonprofit staff at all technical levels.

The certificate program includes 13 courses and one final assignment, divided into mandatory AI-focused courses, mandatory leadership courses, and elective courses from any NTEN category. Topics include introductory AI frameworks, mitigating algorithmic bias, responsible generative AI, AI-powered communications, AI for fundraising applications, and AI pilot program design. The program is self-paced with up to 12 months to complete.

NTEN membership provides a 50% discount on the certificate, reducing the cost from $1,000 to $500. Limited scholarships are also available for those who need additional financial assistance. NTEN also offers an AI for Foundations Professional Certificate, co-produced with the Technology Association of Grantmakers, targeted at foundation and philanthropy professionals.

13 Courses + Final Assignment

A structured curriculum combining mandatory AI-focused courses, leadership courses, and electives, culminating in a final assignment to demonstrate competency.

Ethics and Equity Focus

Courses cover mitigating bias in AI, human-centered and responsible generative AI, and racial equity in technology planning, ensuring a values-driven approach.

Practical Nonprofit Applications

Modules specifically address AI for fundraising, grant writing in the age of AI, AI-powered communications, and designing AI pilot programs for nonprofits.

Self-Paced with 12-Month Window

Complete the certificate at your own pace with up to 12 months from enrollment, making it accessible for busy nonprofit professionals.

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Eligibility Requirements

No stated prerequisites; open to any nonprofit professional
NTEN membership required to access the $500 member rate (50% discount)
Non-members can enroll at the full $1,000 price
NTEN membership itself may be available at reduced rates for small nonprofits
Limited scholarships available for those who need additional financial assistance

How to Apply

1
Visit nten.org/learn/professional-certificates/ai-for-nonprofits/ to review the curriculum and courses
2
Check NTEN membership options at nten.org to access the 50% member discount ($500 vs. $1,000)
3
If you need financial assistance, review scholarship availability on the certificate page
4
Click 'Enroll Now' on the certificate program page to begin registration
5
Complete the 13 courses and final assignment at your own pace within 12 months
6
Contact [email protected] (Chief Program Officer) with questions about enrollment or scholarships

Included Features

Access to these NTEN AI Certificate features

13 courses including 6 mandatory AI-focused modules and 2 mandatory leadership courses
5 elective courses from any NTEN category
Final assignment to demonstrate competency and earn the certificate
Courses on: Intro to AI for equitable implementation, mitigating bias in AI, responsible generative AI
Courses on: AI-powered communications, grant writing in the age of AI, AI for fundraising applications
Courses on: Introduction to large language models, designing AI pilot programs
Leadership courses on technology roadmap development and racial equity in tech planning
Self-paced learning with up to 12 months from enrollment to completion
Professional certificate upon completion
40% savings vs. purchasing individual courses separately (at member price)

Limitations

NTEN membership required for the 50% discount; non-members pay full $1,000 price
Self-paced but must be completed within 12 months of enrollment
Scholarship availability is limited

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FAQ & Terms

How much is the discount?

50% off for NTEN members ($500 vs. $1,000 non-member price)

Who is eligible?

No stated prerequisites; open to any nonprofit professional. NTEN membership required to access the $500 member rate (50% discount). Non-members can enroll at the full $1,000 price. NTEN membership itself may be available at reduced rates for small nonprofits. Limited scholarships available for those who need additional financial assistance

What's included?

13 courses including 6 mandatory AI-focused modules and 2 mandatory leadership courses, 5 elective courses from any NTEN category, Final assignment to demonstrate competency and earn the certificate, Courses on: Intro to AI for equitable implementation, mitigating bias in AI, responsible generative AI, Courses on: AI-powered communications, grant writing in the age of AI, AI for fundraising applications, Courses on: Introduction to large language models, designing AI pilot programs, Leadership courses on technology roadmap development and racial equity in tech planning, Self-paced learning with up to 12 months from enrollment to completion, Professional certificate upon completion, 40% savings vs. purchasing individual courses separately (at member price).