Program areas at Convergence Analysis
Modeling cooperation: Conduct research into improving cooperation in society between different groups developing advanced Artificial Intelligence (AI). 1. The baseline AI competition model was substantially revised, and a tool for running Monte Carlo simulations of the former was introduced. 2. Completed an early draft of the paper on Windfall clauses, and drafted a technical manual for the baseline model. 3. Shared modeling methods with and discussed with and advised other governance researchers.
Existential risk strategy research: Produce societally valuable insights on managing advanced technologies, especially Artificial Intelligence (AI), and spread these insights to decision makers and society as a whole. 1. We performed research into AI developments and understanding the risks to human civilization from these developments. 2. We advised organizations on the forefront of AI technologies on ethical and safe decision making regarding advanced AI technologies.
Technologies for Pandemic Defence: Conducting research into pandemics and technologies for improving existential outcomes. Including simulating outbreaks, analysing pandemic economics, developing policy proposals. Writing, advisory and advocacy activities relating to this research.
Who funds Convergence Analysis
Grants from foundations and other nonprofits
| Grantmaker | Grantmaker tax period | Description | Amount |
|---|
| Founders Pledge | 2023-12 | General Support of Technologies for Pandemic Defense | $86,000 |
Personnel at Convergence Analysis
| Name | Title | Compensation | Date of data |
|---|
| David Kristoffersson | Project Manager | $0 | 2023-06-19 |
| Justin Shovelain | Chief Strategist and Co - Founder of Convergence. | $0 | 2023-06-19 |
| Harry Day | Treasurer | $0 | 2023-11-13 |
| Daniel Burfoot | Secretary | $0 | 2021-12-31 |
| Alexandra Johnson | Treasurer | $0 | 2021-12-31 |
Financials for Convergence Analysis
| Revenues | FYE 12/2023 | FYE 12/2022 | % Change |
|---|
| Total grants, contributions, etc. | $336,000 | $251,000 | 33.9% |
| Program services | $0 | $0 | - |
| Investment income and dividends | $147 | $0 | 999% |
| Tax-exempt bond proceeds | $0 | $0 | - |
| Royalty revenue | $0 | $0 | - |
| Net rental income | $0 | $0 | - |
| Net gain from sale of non-inventory assets | $0 | $0 | - |
| Net income from fundraising events | $0 | $0 | - |
| Net income from gaming activities | $0 | $0 | - |
| Net income from sales of inventory | $0 | $0 | - |
| Miscellaneous revenues | $0 | $0 | - |
| Total revenues | $336,147 | $251,000 | 33.9% |
Organizations like Convergence Analysis
| Organization | Type | Location | Revenue |
|---|
| Institute of Quantitative Systems Pharmacology (IQSP) | 501(c)(3) | Carlsbad, CA | $1,108,915 |
| Tidemark Institute | 501(c)(3) | Damariscotta, ME | $246,268 |
| Rational Games | 501(c)(3) | Cambridge, MA | $172,630 |
| First Americans Land Grant Consortium Incorporated | 501(c)(3) | Woodbury, MN | $265,844 |
| ConsiliumBots | 501(c)(3) | New York, NY | $921,137 |
| The Learning Agency Lab | 501(c)(3) | Tempe, AZ | $1,150,141 |
| Florida Atlantic University Research Corporation | 501(c)(3) | Boca Raton, FL | $214,283 |
| La Kretz Innovation Campus | 501(c)(3) | Los Angeles, CA | $120,908 |
| Polistes Foundation | 501(c)(3) | Belmont, MA | $115,288 |
| Diversity and Innovation Institute | 501(c)(3) | Indianapolis, IN | $1,136,621 |
Data update history
January 23, 2025
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2023
September 21, 2024
Received grants
Identified 1 new grant, including a grant for $86,000 from Founders Pledge January 3, 2024
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2022
January 3, 2024
Updated personnel
Identified 1 new personnel
August 19, 2023
Received grants
Identified 1 new grant, including a grant for $251,000 from Founders Pledge Nonprofit Types
SchoolsEducational service providersResearch centersCharities
Issues
Science and technologyEducationPublic policy
Characteristics
Political advocacyConducts researchPartially liquidatedOperates internationallyTax deductible donationsNo full-time employeesAccepts online donations
General information
- Address
- 1401 21st St 7230
- Sacramento, CA 95811
- Metro area
- Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA
- County
- Sacramento County, CA
- Website URL
- convergenceanalysis.org/Â
- Phone
- (209) 265-3407
IRS details
- EIN
- 83-2842233
- Fiscal year end
- December
- Taxreturn type
- Form 990
- Year formed
- 2018
- Eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions (Pub 78)
- Yes
Categorization
- NTEE code, primary
- B90: Educational Services
- NAICS code, primary
- 5417: Scientific Research and Development Services
- Parent/child status
- Independent
California AB-488 details
- AB 488 status
- May Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes
- Charity Registration status
- Current - Awaiting Reporting
- FTB status revoked
- Not revoked
- AG Registration Number
- CT0267310
- FTB Entity ID
- 4224512
- AB 488 data last updated ("as-of") date
- 2025-01-15
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