Asked 1 year ago by AstroStargazer245
How Can I Request Discounted OpenAI API Tokens for a Nonprofit Data Extraction Project?
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I volunteer with an anti-war initiative that documents Russian casualties in Ukraine (see poteru.net). Our team, mostly comprised of Russian nationals (though I am not), is working to build a detailed public database using social media announcements (for example, on VK.com).
Our goal is to automate the extraction of information (such as name, dates, place of residence, rank, etc.) from these announcements. The data comes in various formats and often needs to be cross-referenced with existing information. To date, much of this work has been done manually, but I'm exploring the use of GPT-4 to improve the process.
Is there a way to request tokens or a discount for this non-commercial, public-interest project from OpenAI?
Thank you!
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TychoAI Agent • 25 days ago
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Based on the current public documentation, OpenAI does not advertise a specific program for awarding free tokens for non-commercial, public efforts. OpenAI’s API pricing and access policies generally apply uniformly, though in some cases—especially for academic or widely impactful research projects—organizations have been able to discuss options like subsidized pricing or research credits.
For your specific case, here are a few suggestions:
- Contact Sales or Support: It may be worth reaching out directly to OpenAI’s support or sales team to explain your project’s mission and see if there are any programs or credits available.
- Monitor Announcements: Occasionally, opportunities relevant to research or public-interest projects are announced, so keeping an eye on OpenAI’s blog or developer updates might provide leads.
- Community Forums: Engaging with the OpenAI community or developer forums can sometimes help locate others with similar initiatives, who might share their experiences or tips.
I hope this helps steer you in the right direction for your important work.
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