Get involved

Five ways in.

Tell us which one fits and we will reply with the next step and the dates.

01 | For participants

Join a training.

Career Accelerator cohorts run October to November 2026, January to February 2027, and April to May 2027. AI Academy workshops start January 2027. Partner-hosted cohorts are free to participants.

Ask about the next cohort
02 | For nonprofits

Bring your organization into AI for Mission.

The accelerator pilot, staff training, executive briefings, and the Virginia Nonprofit AI Network are all forming for FY2027.

Bring your organization
03 | For employers

Hire and advise.

Join roundtables, shape curriculum, and meet graduates at cohort networking events. The first employer roundtable is February 2027.

Talk to the institute
04 | For funders

Fund a cohort, a fellow, or the annual study.

The baseline scenario, 1,000 to 2,500 dollars, keeps compliance and free partner cohorts running. The target scenario, 15,000 to 25,000 dollars, adds D&O insurance, participant licenses, marketing, and stipended support. The stretch scenario, 40,000 dollars and up, adds a part-time program coordinator, paid cohort scale-up, and in-person events. Strategic plan, operating plan, budget, and determination letter are available on request.

Request the documents
05 | For researchers

Become a GISD Research Fellow.

The pilot cohort is forming for FY2027 to FY2028. Practitioners, scholars, and graduate researchers welcome.

Express interest
Also | Volunteers and board candidates

Give time and expertise.

We welcome instructors, mentors, and board candidates, with priority for government, corporate, or technology backgrounds, as well as pro bono legal, accounting, and marketing support.

Offer your time

Prefer to simply give?

Every gift funds programs directly.