May 2021: Long-Term Future Fund grants

Abstract

Long-term future funds are donations made by donors who are concerned about potential existential risks and believe that large-scale investments will help secure a positive future for humanity. This public report provides a concise overview of the rationale behind these funds, how the funds are distributed, and how the outcomes of the funded projects are evaluated. Details about the selection process, grantee profiles, grant amounts, along with reasoning and notes from evaluators are also included. Projects that received funding during this grant cycle touch upon a wide range of issues, including AI safety, biosecurity, forecasting, nuclear security, public communication, and global governance. – AI-generated abstract.