Artificial Intelligence (AI) is technology that enables computers and software to perform tasks that typically require human thinking, such as understanding language, answering questions, generating content, recognizing patterns, analyzing information, and solving problems.

AI works by learning from large amounts of data. During this process, it identifies patterns and relationships within the information it is given. When a person asks a question or provides a prompt, the AI uses those patterns to generate a response, recommendation, or content.

AI can help with tasks such as writing, research, brainstorming, summarizing information, analyzing data, creating images, and automating repetitive work. While AI can process information quickly, it does not think, reason, or understand information the way humans do. It works by predicting the most likely response based on the data it has learned from.

With more than 20 active philanthropic initiatives and over 50 staff, Fellows, and consultants interweaving to 1) promote the well-being of our region, 2) create relationships that propel people and organizations to collaborate on shared aspirations, and 3) equip communities for a future of excellence for all, TPF recognizes the use of AI as an opportunity to increase efficiency and productivity, enhance creativity and innovation, and maximize impact.

AI is being thoughtfully explored and utilized across a variety of functions to support the expertise, judgment, and relationship-building that drive TPF's work. Examples include drafting and refining communications, newsletters, blog posts, social media content, presentations, and meeting summaries; analyzing survey results and large datasets to identify trends and insights; organizing and synthesizing research; supporting event planning and logistics; and improving administrative workflows.

Rather than focusing on specific AI skills that may become outdated as tools, platforms, and capabilities continue to evolve, TPF encourages a set of guiding principles and mindsets that help individuals use AI thoughtfully, responsibly, and effectively regardless of which technology emerges next.

See “10 Ways to Use AI with TPF Excellence”