EP237 AI for Impact - Jesse Clarke on Grant Writing, Equity and Smarter Funding
Description
In this episode of ‘AI Literacy for Entrepreneurs’, Susan Diaz chats with Jesse Clarke - founder of JN Clarke Consulting and a strategic advisor to nonprofits and social impact entrepreneurs. With deep roots in both federal government and charitable sectors, Jesse brings a pragmatic, values-first lens to the role AI is beginning to play in nonprofit strategy.
What to expect:
How AI is quietly transforming grant writing and government funding workflows
The ethical red flags nonprofits must consider as they adopt Gen AI
Why 30-35% of orgs are already using AI (and more unofficially)
How Jesse uses AI in her work - and her personal life
The hidden opportunity for small teams to leap ahead before regulation catches up
This conversation is packed with real-world use cases, policy-level insight, and warm, witty reminders that critical thinking and values must still lead the way.
🔗 Links & Mentions
Follow Jesse Clarke on LinkedIn for her upcoming “AI for Grant Writing” course and strategic tools for working with government.
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