Nathan Chappell, MBA, MNA, CFRE
Chief AI Officer at Virtuous / 2X Author / AI Inventor / Founder of Fundraising.AI
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Nathan Chappell is a passionate innovator and dedicated thought leader, committed to reigniting generosity through responsible and beneficial Artificial Intelligence. With his engaging warmth and visionary approach, Nathan is recognized globally as one of the leading experts at the crossroads of AI and philanthropy.
In his role as Chief AI Officer at Virtuous, Nathan guides the thoughtful integration of predictive, generative, and agentic AI, ensuring these powerful technologies scale generosity ethically and effectively around the world.
Nathan is also the founder of the volunteer-driven Fundraising.AI collaborative, a dynamic global think tank of over 6,000 members. Under his leadership, the group produced the world’s first Framework for Responsible and Beneficial AI for Fundraising, setting critical standards for the industry.
Over two decades, Nathan’s extensive fundraising experience has included leadership of prominent nonprofit organizations and multi-billion-dollar fundraising campaigns. His insights and expertise are also captured in his award-winning book, "The Generosity Crisis: The Case for Radical Connection to Solve Humanity’s Greatest Challenges," which has sparked important conversations and actions in the philanthropic community.
As a sought-after public speaker, podcast host, and author, Nathan regularly contributes his insights to esteemed publications and journals, including the Chronicle of Philanthropy, AFP Advance, AHP, DMAW, Citibank Global, and Forbes. His podcast, Fundraising AI, is recognized internationally as a leading voice in nonprofit technology.
Nathan serves as a valued advisor to several prestigious organizations, including the OpenAI Users Forum, the AI for Good Foundation, the International Committee for Information Technology Standards (INCITS), and the Forbes Technology Council.
He holds a Master's degree in Nonprofit Administration from the University of Notre Dame, an MBA from the University of Redlands, and specialized certificates in International Economics from the University of Cambridge, Artificial Intelligence from MIT, and Philanthropic Psychology from the Institute of Sustainable Philanthropy. Additionally, Nathan is a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE).
With his genuine passion and deep commitment, Nathan continues to drive innovative approaches that inspire generosity and transform fundraising practices worldwide.