In short
The Internet Society Foundation's FAQ "Information for Applicants" says generative AI tools are not prohibited for preparing applications, but they should be supportive resources only. Applicants must use their own words and ideas and are responsible for accuracy. The pages state no disclosure rule and give no guidance for peer reviewers on AI.
Limits AI. Applicants may use AI for some tasks, and the funder restricts how much of an application AI may write.
For applicants
- Generative AI is not prohibited for preparing applications, but the tools should serve as supportive resources only. [1]
- Applicants are expected to use their own words and ideas to build a proposal that accurately represents their experience, expertise, and project vision. [1]
- Applicants are responsible for making sure all information in the application is accurate, true, and relevant to the project and program. [1]
- After an award, the same approach applies to interim and final reports. AI may support them but is not prohibited, and grantees must use their own words, data, stories and ideas and ensure accuracy. [2]
For reviewers
Internet Society Foundation has published no rules for reviewers.
Sources
Information for Applicants (opens in a new tab)
While the use of generative AI tools to support the preparation of grant applications is not prohibited, these tools should serve as supportive resources only.
Applicants are expected to use their own words and ideas to build a proposal that accurately represents their experience, expertise, and project vision.
It is the responsibility of applicants to ensure that all information in their application is accurate, true, and relevant to their proposed project and program they are applying for.
Information for Current Grantees (opens in a new tab)
While the use of generative AI tools to support the preparation of interim and final reports is not prohibited, these tools should serve as supportive resources only.
Grantees are expected to use their own words, data, stories and ideas to write reports that accurately represent the progress of the project, relevant partners and participants, and other relevant information.
See Internet Society Foundation's 3 open programs
This page summarizes what the funder has published and is not legal advice. Policies change, and one solicitation can add its own rules. Confirm against the funding announcement before you apply.