Good Grants, a global leader in grant management software, has announced the launch of a new suite of secure, privacy-first artificial intelligence tools specifically designed for grantmaking organizations. The company emphasized that these tools operate entirely within its own secure virtual private cloud environment, ensuring that all grantmaking data remains private and compliant without leaving the Good Grants system. This approach addresses growing concerns about data security and confidentiality in the grantmaking sector as organizations increasingly explore AI capabilities.
According to Richard de Nys, Managing Director of Good Grants, the company's approach differs significantly from many technology providers that rely on third-party processing. Security, privacy and governance are built into every layer of our system, de Nys said. We wanted to give grantmakers confidence that they can use AI responsibly, knowing their data remains protected at all times. The AI capabilities are completely optional and opt-in, allowing organizations to maintain total control over what data is accessible to AI, who can configure its use, and who can view its outputs.
The first feature in the new suite, called AI fields, enables grant managers and program administrators to ask natural-language questions and instantly generate insights directly within the Good Grants platform. This functionality can include summarizing applications, generating feedback for grantees, or performing complex queries such as calculating allocations or identifying outstanding reports. Users can also choose from various large language model options they trust, including Claude Sonnet, GPT OSS, and Qwen3, depending on their location and preferences.
Good Grants emphasizes that its AI development focuses on responsible innovation rather than chasing technological trends. The company states that every future feature will be developed with the same focus on fairness, safety, and real-world usefulness that characterizes their current offerings. The introduction of AI fields represents the beginning of what the company describes as an expanding family of intelligent, compliant tools designed to enhance decision-making, streamline operations, and promote equitable grantmaking practices across the sector.
The company's approach reflects broader industry concerns about data privacy in AI implementation, particularly for organizations handling sensitive applicant information and proprietary grantmaking data. By keeping all processing within their own secure environment and maintaining opt-in controls, Good Grants aims to provide grantmakers with tools that enhance efficiency without compromising the confidentiality requirements that are fundamental to their work. This development comes as many grantmaking organizations seek ways to leverage AI capabilities while navigating complex compliance landscapes and maintaining trust with their stakeholders.
