About Organisation
LinkedIn is the world’s largest professional network, connecting over one billion members across more than 200 countries and territories. Guided by its vision to create economic opportunity for every member of the global workforce, LinkedIn focuses on enabling professionals to learn, connect, and succeed. Through its platform, data insights, and social impact initiatives, LinkedIn supports workforce development, skills building, and inclusive economic growth. Its philanthropic efforts extend this mission by partnering with nonprofits and innovators to address evolving labor market challenges globally.
About the Grant
The Future of Work Fund was launched by LinkedIn to support nonprofit organizations preparing young adults and career starters for an AI-powered workforce. Recognizing that artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming job skills and employment pathways, the fund provides cash grants and in-kind support to initiatives that promote economic inclusion. The program prioritizes solutions that help individuals overcome barriers to employment, adapt to changing skill requirements, and access new opportunities created by AI. By investing in innovative workforce development models, the fund aims to ensure that no one is left behind during this period of labor market transition.
Who can Apply?
Eligible applicants must be legally registered nonprofit, charity, or equivalent not-for-profit organizations recognized in their country of operation. U.S.-based organizations must hold valid 501(c)(3) status. Applicants must be able to directly receive philanthropic grant funding. Organizations should focus on workforce development through programs, services, or systems-level approaches that help people access, prepare for, or succeed in an AI-driven economy. Strong preference is given to initiatives that use AI innovation or explicitly prepare young adults and career starters facing barriers to economic opportunity.
How to Apply?
Interested organizations must submit a complete application outlining their mission, target population, workforce development approach, and use of AI to expand economic opportunity. Applications are reviewed against the fund’s eligibility criteria and strategic priorities. Only shortlisted applicants may be contacted for further review or clarification during the selection process.
Application Deadline
Applications for the Future of Work Fund must be submitted by 15 March 2026, before 12:00 PM Pacific Time, to be considered for funding.
Last Date To Apply
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