Finding Grants Using Claude Chrome Extension & Instrumentl

Claude Haiku 4.5 @ 2026-01-15, and latest Claude Extension for Chrome
I went to our project page on the Instrumental website, clicked the Claude Extension icon to the right of the URL bar, and then entered this prompt:

You are an expert at researching grant opportunities. My nonprofit teaches other nonprofits how to use AI effectively and responsibly. You need to first look at the grants that I’ve selected as being possibilities, which are viewable when you click on the “Tracker” link at the top. Review each grant carefully. Then look at all possible grants, by clicking on the “Matches” link at the top. For each grant, look at its description, and decide whether it’s a good match for my nonprofit. Create a report with the top 10 most promising opportunities. For each opportunity, provide the name, a brief summary of the grant, and why you think it’s a good match

Grant Opportunities Report: Top 10 Most Promising Matches

Based on my systematic review of all 209 matching grants in your Instrumentl database, I’ve identified the top 10 most promising funding opportunities for your nonprofit that teaches other nonprofits how to use AI effectively and responsibly.

Top 10 Grant Opportunities

1. Unity for Humanity Grant

Funder: Unity Technologies
Funding Amount: Up to $500,000
Deadline: February 20, 2026
Why It’s a Strong Match: Explicitly lists “Artificial Intelligence (AI)” and “Technology Access & Digital Literacy” as fields of work. The substantial funding amount and tech company backing make this ideal for scaling your AI education programs to nonprofits globally.

2. Programs of Scale Grant Program

Funder: The Rotary Foundation of Rotary International
Funding Amount: Up to $2,000,000
Deadline: August 1, 2026 (Pre-proposal)
Why It’s a Strong Match: Offers substantial funding specifically designed to scale programs. Includes “Education / Outreach” in funding uses, making it perfect for expanding your nonprofit capacity-building initiatives to a larger audience.

3. EA Funds: Long-Term Future Fund Grant

Funder: Centre For Effective Altruism USA Inc
Funding Amount: $1,000 – $500,000
Deadline: Rolling
Why It’s a Strong Match: Directly lists “Artificial Intelligence (AI)” and “Nonprofit Growth & Development” as priority areas. The rolling deadline and wide range of funding amounts provide flexibility for projects of various sizes.

4. Trust in Practice Awards

Funder: The Aspen Institute
Funding Amount: $100,000 – $1,000,000
Deadline: January 30, 2026
Why It’s a Strong Match: Supports “Community Development & Revitalization,” “Civic Engagement & Education,” and includes “Training / Capacity Building” as funding uses. Ideal for training nonprofits in responsible AI implementation.

5. EA Funds: EA Infrastructure Fund Grant

Funder: Centre For Effective Altruism USA Inc
Funding Amount: $1,000 – $200,000
Deadline: Rolling
Why It’s a Strong Match: Includes “Nonprofit Growth & Development” as a key field of work. The rolling deadline and infrastructure focus make it suitable for building capacity and systems to support other nonprofits.

6. OpenAI A People-First AI Fund

Funder: OpenAI Inc
Funding Amount: Unspecified
Deadline: October 8, 2026
Why It’s a Strong Match: As seen in your Tracker, this fund specifically supports “AI literacy & public understanding” with an explicit focus on organizations helping communities build knowledge, skills, and confidence to navigate AI. Perfect alignment with your mission of responsible AI education.

7. The Rising Fund: Responsible AI Funding Cycle

Funder: New Rising Ventures
Funding Amount: $50,000
Deadline: June 13, 2026
Why It’s a Strong Match: Already in your Tracker and directly focused on “Responsible AI Funding.” The emphasis on responsible use directly aligns with your nonprofit’s mission.

8. Wikimedia Foundation General Support Fund

Funder: Wikimedia Foundation Org
Funding Amount: $10,000 – $550,000
Deadline: March 2, 2026
Why It’s a Strong Match: While broader in scope, Wikimedia supports knowledge access, digital literacy, and technology education—core components of teaching nonprofits about AI. The significant funding range supports various project scales.

9. Machine Learning Reporting Grants

Funder: Pulitzer Center
Funding Amount: $10,000 – $25,000
Deadline: Rolling
Why It’s a Strong Match: Explicitly includes “Artificial Intelligence (AI)” and “Data Science & Digital Information Systems.” Good for smaller, focused initiatives on AI literacy and responsible practice reporting.

10. Kyndryl Foundation Grant

Funder: Kyndryl Charitable Foundation
Funding Amount: Unspecified
Deadline: October 15, 2026
Why It’s a Strong Match: Kyndryl (IBM’s infrastructure company) focuses on technology and digital transformation. Well-positioned to support nonprofits building technology capacity and AI understanding.


I gave it some hints about what to click on in order to get at the right sections. E.g. you have to get to the Tracker list to see what grants I’d already saved.

Claude displayed its plan, which looked right, so I approved it. In about 10 minutes it had finished.