OpenAI Foundation commits $250M to AI economic impact research

On May 27, 2026, the OpenAI Foundation announced an initial $250 million program to fund research and practical interventions around AI-driven economic disruption.([openaifoundation.org](https://openaifoundation.org/news/economic-futures-in-the-age-of-ai)) The commitment will finance grants, partnerships and direct projects focused on measuring AI’s impact, supporting disrupted workers and communities, and testing new models for long‑term economic security.([openaifoundation.org](https://openaifoundation.org/news/economic-futures-in-the-age-of-ai))