AI For Humans 2026
Individual Supporters

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.

Tier	Price	What Backers Receive
AI Curious	$3	• Get on the email list for project updates and when results are publicly released
AI Enthusiast	$10	Everything above plus: • Invitation to private LinkedIn group to connect with other AI enthusiasts. Research findings from report will also be posted on these forums to promote discussion
AI Explorer	$25	Everything above plus: • Name on project website as supporter • Early access to research findings • A curated "reading and watching list" — the research team's recommended books, articles, podcasts, and videos on AI, cognitive science, and philosophy • A downloadable AI literacy starter guide — a concise, well-designed PDF covering key concepts, vocabulary, and frameworks for understanding AI
AI Insider	$50	Everything above plus: • Get full access to Thinking About Thinking Machines: What AI Reveals About Being Human, a 5–6 video course created by the research team. Most AI courses teach you what to click. Across 5–6 videos, we explore artificial intelligence through cognitive science and design thinking. This course will give you an intellectual foundation to think clearly about the technology reshaping everything. • Can vote on video topics for online course Thinking About Thinking Machines: What AI Reveals About Being Human • Access to private slack channel for in-depth discussions on course videos and early research findings.
AI Collaborator	$150	Everything above plus: • Name in acknowledgments on final report • Invitation to attend online presentation of research findings (1 hour) and submit questions to the Q&A • Submit a question to be considered for inclusion in the national survey
AI Investigator	$250	Everything above plus: • Receive a private written briefing tailored to your interests by the research team • Early beta access to the AI chatbot dashboard to explore findings and give feedback before public launch
AI Pioneer	$500	Everything above plus: • As a top-tier supporter, you'll join a small-group, hands-on workshop (3 hours) that applies our research findings to work in your life. This will be a working session, not a lecture or demo. Bring a real task, a real problem, or a real decision. You'll leave having made progress on it.

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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 funding flows are transparent

Through Open Collective, every dollar in and out is publicly visible.

3. All methods are published openly

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

4. All deliverables are public

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

5. No data is sold

Backer data, survey data, and research data are never sold or shared with vendors.

6. No hidden agenda

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

7. No enterprise influence

Enterprise backers receive early access — not editorial control.

8. No vendor involvement

This project is not funded by AI companies, tool vendors, or consultancies.

9. No pay‑to‑play

No one can buy their way into the findings.

10. Radical transparency

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

AI For Humans 2026 Individual Supporters