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AI for Good Open Call

Region: Washington State

*Awardees will be announced after March 20th

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AI for Good Open Call

The AI for Good Open Call Program supports individuals and organizations creating positive change in Washington State. This two-year program will provide opportunities for scientific collaboration with the Microsoft AI for Good Lab, along with a total of $5 million in Azure service credits. The program aims to drive innovative AI projects in sustainability, public health, and human rights, celebrating the region’s innovative spirit and building a brighter future for all. This initiative underscores Microsoft’s commitment to Washington State, recognizing the community’s important role throughout the company’s 50-year history.

Our commitment

As Microsoft approaches its 50th anniversary, we recognize the support of the communities within Washington State. We are proud to have grown up here and believe that our continued success depends on the health and vibrancy of these communities. We are committed to investing and honoring the people and organizations that make our region a center of innovation and inclusion.

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Eligibility

To be eligible for the 2025 Microsoft AI for Good Open Call Program, entities and/or projects must be based in or benefit Washington State and its residents. Eligible entities include nonprofits, academic institutions, individual researchers, startups, and businesses with a mission aligned with the program focus areas: sustainability, public health, and human rights. Projects should demonstrate innovation, scalability, and feasibility, utilizing AI to address complex challenges and deliver measurable social impact. Applicants must also showcase the capacity to deploy and scale their solutions using Azure cloud services.

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