Union County Offers Free Workshop on Artificial Intelligence for Nonprofits

The Union County Board of County Commissioners invites nonprofit organizations to attenda free professional development workshop, AI for Nonprofits, on Tuesday, October 8, from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. on Zoom. The workshop is coordinated and hosted by the Union County Office of Cultural & Heritage Affairs.

"Nonprofit organizations play a vital role in our society by providing many services. It is crucial for these organizations to stay as informed and up-to-date as possible," said Union County Commissioner Chairwoman Kimberly Palmieri-Mouded. "By participating in this free workshop, nonprofit entities can gain valuable insights and tools to run their organizations more efficiently, ultimately leading to a greater positive impact on our community."

Participants will learn how to innovate, streamline processes, and achieve results using AI technology. The session will cover the fundamentals of artificial intelligence and its importance, while also demystifying AI, giving an understanding of current trends and applications to use. Attendees can leave the workshop already using AI.

Presenter Scott Meyer, an entrepreneur and educator who co-founded Chipp, will explore cases of nonprofits using AI to attain efficiencies and remarkable outcomes. The session includes guided step-by-step exercises to start using AI as a tool in daily tasks.

Organizations that receive funding through Union County's Local Arts Grant (LAP), History Grant, and HEART Grant are encouraged to attend. Other non-profit organizations based in New Jersey are also welcome.

Organizations wanting to attend this free workshop can register now by visiting https://ucnj.org/ai-zoom.

This workshop is made possible by funds from the New Jersey State Council on the Arts, a partner agency of the National Endowment for the Arts.

For more information, contact the Union County Office of Cultural & Heritage Affairs, a division of the Department of Parks and Recreation, at [email protected] or 908-558-2550.