Grants
Funding to explore, build and move full-time into work that reduces catastrophic risks from AI and biological threats.
Rapid Grants
Funding for time and resources to explore an idea, do research or build something in AI safety or biosecurity.
Up to $20kAbout 15 minutes to apply
Career Transition Grants
Funding to move full-time into AI safety or biosecurity. Build experience, produce useful work or test a career path.
Up to $200kAbout 45 minutes to apply
Career Transition Grants generally start at $20k. For smaller requests, apply to Rapid Grants.
Frequently asked questions
Choose the program that best matches what you want to do. If you are still unsure, apply to the closest fit and we can redirect you.
No. You do not need to have taken a BlueDot course to apply for either grant.
We are currently unable to fund people based in Russia, China or India. We cannot fund individuals or organizations where doing so would breach applicable sanctions.
Unsure whether a restriction applies? Contact us before applying.
No. We look for a promising direction, a way to test it, and useful work or learning along the way.
Contact us with your plan, the amount you need and what funding would enable. CTGs fund personal transitions; other requests may need a different route.