An independent study of what people actually want from AI

Individual Supporter Tiers

How you can support our research

Your support funds the development of the following deliverables that will be released to the public:

Research report on Human & AI Relationships
AI Relationship Profile Tool
Dashboard based on research data
Infographic and video series that translate research to general public

See the main page for more details on baselines deliverables and stretch goals

Main Page

Individual Supporter Tiers

Every tier builds on the last. Pick the level that fits you, and you'll get everything below it too, not just what's on that card.

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Get on the email list for project updates and when results are publicly released

AI Curious

Give $5

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$25

Get early access to research findings plus:

A curated reading and watching list about AI from the research team
A downloadable AI literacy starter guide covering key concepts and frameworks

AI Explorer

Give $25

$150

Your name appears in the final report's acknowledgments plus:

Invited to a live findings presentation with Q&A
Receive early beta access to the dashboard before public launch

AI Collaborator

Give $150

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$10

Join a private LinkedIn group to connect with other AI enthusiasts.

Research findings get posted there first, ahead of public release, to spark discussion.

AI Enthusiast

Give $10

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$50

Full access to Thinking About Thinking Machines, a 5 video course exploring AI through cognitive science and design thinking. Includes a private Slack channel for in-depth discussion with the research team.

AI Insider

Give $50

Best Value

$500

Join a small-group, hands-on workshop (3 hours) applying our research to a real task or decision in your work. This is a working session, not a lecture — you'll leave having made progress.

AI Pioneer

Give $500

Questions about how funding levels work, refunds, or what you get?

Check our FAQ — or read the full funding policy.

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Independence & Transparency Charter

This charter is the backbone of the project.

It’s how we ensure the world gets something it can trust.

1. No sponsor or backer can influence the research

No enterprise, vendor, or individual can edit, shape, cancel, or bias the findings.

2. All methods are published openly

Sampling, analysis, frameworks, and limitations are shared publicly.

3. All deliverables are public

The benchmark report, segment profiles, tools, and assessments are free and accessible.

4. No hidden agenda

We are not selling a product. We are building a public resource.

5. No enterprise influence

Enterprise backers receive early access, not editorial control.

6. Radical transparency

We build in public, publish updates, and show our work as it develops.