AIM Programs Joint Application 2025.1

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A welcome from AIM co-founder Joey Savoie:
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Have you read through our applicant resources?Over the years, we’ve collected a large number of resources that have helped applicants prepare for charity entrepreneurship. Reviewing these resources is not required, but they might be helpful for those less familiar with our work, startup non-profits, or the Effective Altruism movement.
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What is your name and email address?* This field is required.Please record the email address you will use for this application. We will send our correspondence to this email throughout the process. If you would like to change your email address at any point please reach out to us at candidates@charityentrepreneurship.com.
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To which AIM programs are you applying?You are invited to apply to multiple programs through this single application form. Please tick all programs that you would be interested in applying for.
AIM Research Program (September 29 - December 19, 2025)
Charity Entrepreneurship Incubation Program (August 11 - October 3, 2025)
Charity Entrepreneurship Incubation Program (February - March 2026)
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For the Charity Entrepreneurship Incubation Program, are you applying to found one of our intervention ideas (standard case) or to found your own intervention idea?* This field is required.More information about our recommended intervention ideas can be found on our website. No specific experience or background is necessary to apply for any of them. If you apply with your own idea, we will evaluate both your fit as a program participant and whether your idea meets the research evaluation criteria we use to select top intervention ideas. You can read more guidance on what we're looking for from an external intervention idea or organisation in this document.
I am applying to found one of AIM's recommended intervention ideas (standard case)
I am applying with my own organisation or intervention idea but would also like to be considered for founding one of AIM's recommended intervention ideas
I am applying with my own organisation or intervention idea and would like to only be considered for founding this
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Please explain the purpose of the intervention * This field is required.(100 word limit)
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What cause area does your intervention address most directly?* This field is required.
AI Safety
Animal Welfare
Biosecurity
Environmentalism or climate change
Global development (e.g. education; economic growth)
Global health
Human flourishing into the long term future (over 200 years)
Movement building
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Which of the following milestones have you already achieved?
Have modeled the theory of change for this intervention
Have modeled the cost effectiveness of this intervention
Spoken to more than 3 experts or existing organizations working on a similar problem
Raised over $1,000 for this idea/organization
Tested the intervention through a proof of concept or pilot that reached at least 10 people or 100 animals
Recruited at least 2 volunteers or staff members
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What evidence have you collected or researched regarding the effectiveness of the intervention? You are invited to paste links to any relevant published studies demonstrating effectiveness.* This field is required.(100 word limit)
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If you have diagrammed a theory of change, can you please share a link below where we can view it? If not, you may skip this question.
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Have you estimated the cost effectiveness of the intervention with a cost effectiveness analysis or other models, like a cost-benefit analysis? If so, please share a link below where we can view it. If not, you may skip this question.
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Are you applying with a cofounder or do you hope to find a cofounder through the program?* This field is required.
I'm applying with a cofounder.
I intend to find a cofounder.
I prefer to launch the organization as a solo founder.
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Please provide your cofounder's name below so we may link your applications.* This field is required.
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Would you like us to share your application with other organisations in the AIM ecosystem that might be a good fit for you?* This field is required.Where possible, we want to connect talented applicants to opportunities in our ecosystem even if they aren't selected for our programs at AIM. By selecting "yes", you permit us to share your name, email, and information submitted to us in the course of this process, including test task submissions, with organizations in our network in case we would like to recommend you for an open position. You can email candidates@charityentrepreneurship.com to revoke your consent at any time.
Yes, please share my application
No, please do not share my application
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Please upload your CV:* This field is required.We are particularly interested in learning about ambitious, self-driven, and altruistic pursuits or achievements from your CV, such as independent projects or results you have achieved in your job(s).
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Fit Questions (1/3)* This field is required.Please indicate the degree to which you agree with these statements on a scale from 1 (Strongly Disagree) to 7 (Strongly Agree). Please scroll down within this list to see all 10 statements.
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7. Whatever it takes, you need to get the important people on your side.
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9. Over the course of my life, my opinions have changed very little.
10. I see myself as someone who is dependable, self disciplined.
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Fit Questions (2/3)* This field is required.Please indicate the degree to which you agree with these statements on a scale from 1 (Strongly Disagree) to 7 (Strongly Agree). Please scroll down within this list to see all 10 statements.
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15. In my past jobs, I was most engaged when I learned many things more shallowly rather than going into the details.
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12. People should take into consideration evidence that goes against their beliefs.
13. When my mind is set on something, it hardly ever changes.
14. I manage my time effectively to meet deadlines and prioritize tasks.
15. In my past jobs, I was most engaged when I learned many things more shallowly rather than going into the details.
16. There are things you should hide from other people to preserve your reputation.
17. I believe that individuals have a moral obligation to use their resources (time, money, skills) to do as much good as possible.
18. I like to be confident I can do well in a task before I try to complete it.
19. It is important to persevere in your beliefs even when evidence is brought to bear against them.
20. I'm comfortable making decisions quickly and with incomplete information.
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Fit Questions (3/3)* This field is required.Please indicate the degree to which you agree with these statements on a scale from 1 (Strongly Disagree) to 7 (Strongly Agree). Please scroll down within this list to see all 10 statements.
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24. The good accomplished by charities shouldn't be reduced to metrics.
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26. A personal goal in my life is to significantly improve the lives of a large number of people and/or animals.
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27. I don't stop working until a product is in perfect condition.
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28. I believe that loyalty to one's ideals and principles is more important than open-mindedness.
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21. I avoid direct conflict with others because they may be useful in the future.
22. I quickly decide on what actions to take to solve problems
23. I easily reorganize my work to adapt to new circumstances.
24. The good accomplished by charities shouldn't be reduced to metrics.
25. In group projects with other people, I usually step up and take the lead.
26. A personal goal in my life is to significantly improve the lives of a large number of people and/or animals.
27. I don't stop working until a product is in perfect condition.
28. I believe that loyalty to one's ideals and principles is more important than open-mindedness.
29. Most of my donations go to causes that directly affect me or my community.
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In general, what is your level of interest in working on the following areas in the nonprofit space?* This field is required.0 = Not interested, 5 = High interest. Please scroll down within this list to see all areas.
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When considering whether a charity idea is worth pursuing, the type of evidence I tend to favour is…* This field is required.
Expert consensus in the field
Scientific studies and meta analyses
Compelling rational and logical arguments
Surveying people affected
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When comparing global health charities around the world, I'd estimate that...* This field is required.
the most effective ones are closest to twice as good as the average
the most effective ones are closest to 100x better than the average
the most effective ones are closest to 10,000x better than the average, or more
they are too difficult to compare
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How do you feel about travelling or moving to launch a nonprofit or for-profit?* This field is required.
I would like to focus my work on my local area
I wouldn't be keen to spend more than 2 months a year in another country
I would be keen to spend up to half of my time in most other countries (~6 months per year)
I'd probably be open to moving to most other countries
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Which best indicates that an education charity is performing exceptionally well?* This field is required.
Significantly exceeding fundraising targets
A 40% increase in the learning outcomes of children in the region
Strong principles and values of the charity founders
A 20% increase in enrollment of children in the region
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In my opinion, the most admirable charities are...* This field is required.
experimental charities that try something wildly different and new
charities where people help their own community
charities that implement cost-effective solutions at scale
Charities with a clear vision and strong values
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______ is a key strategy that I think should be used more often in the wider charity world.* This field is required.
Think global but act local
Grassroots fundraising
Low overhead
Cost-effectiveness
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How strong a sense do you have of the charitable area or type of intervention you want to work on?* This field is required.
I know the exact area I want to work in
I have no idea what area I want to work in, I am open to almost everything
I have some sense of the general areas I want to work in, but am open to the specifics
I am pretty sold on one area but could be open to others
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Which of the following do you think is most important to AIM?* This field is required.
Achieving the SDGs
Helping people help their community
Funding social enterprises
Achieving cost-effective impact at scale
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My prime motivation for founding a new organization is:* This field is required.
The autonomy of working for myself
A high level of personal fit
The learning and growth I could gain
The impact it could have
The career capital it could give me
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Two co-founders need to research the best target audience for a charity intervention. Together, the two co-founders can complete the necessary research in four days. Co-founder A can conduct the research by himself in six days. How long would it take co-founder B to conduct the research by herself, assuming all speeds and research lengths are consistent?* This field is required.
Four days
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Assume the fictional charity BehaviouralRadio is scaling up its work in Africa. It doubles the geographic area it covers with its messaging every year. If it takes the charity 20 years to cover all of Africa, how long would it take the charity to cover half of it?* This field is required.
10 years
19 years
40 years
11 years
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Assume administering a vaccine costs $10.10 USD in total. The administration effort and staffing costs $10.00 USD more than the vaccine dose itself. How much does a dose of the vaccine cost?* This field is required.
$0.05 USD
$10.00 USD
$0.10 USD
$1.05 USD
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If you made $50,000 USD per year, how much would you donate to charity, to which exact organization(s), and why to these in particular?* This field is required.300 word max.
0/500
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Please rank the following four factors based on what you believe are the most critical components for an outstanding nonprofit organization. Provide a brief explanation for your ranking order.* This field is required.(A) The scientific evidence the intervention is effective (B) Involving local stakeholders in decision-making (C) The effect the charity could have on the far future (over 100 years) (D) The cost per number of people or animals helped by the intervention 300 word max.
0/500
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Have you used a large language model or other AI tool to write your answer to these questions?* This field is required.
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What is your level of excitement for different programs and other opportunities through Ambitious Impact (AIM)? Please rate the following programs and job opportunities between 0 (I have no interest in this option) and 5 (I would be very excited to receive an offer for this). While we are not actively recruiting for either AIM or directly for our charities, we have offered job roles at AIM or one of our incubated charites to several applicants to our programs across previous cycles.
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What is your country of residence?
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Which best describes your level of familiarity with the Effective Altruism movement?
I have not heard of Effective Altruism or I'm unsure what it is
I have encountered Effective Altruist ideas in books or online media
I have participated in virtual programs, book clubs, or seminars with others in order to learn about Effective Altruism
I have attended an Effective Altruism conference (i.e., EAGx, EAG) or otherwise engaged deeply with Effective Altruism
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How did you first learn of Ambitious Impact or Charity Entrepreneurship?Please select the option that best describes how you first heard about our work
AIM, CE, or AIM Research Program website
AIM/CE LinkedIn
An article, book, podcast, or other media covering AIM and/or its incubated charities
A message, email, or conversation with a staff member at AIM or one of our incubated charities
At a conference
Job Board
LinkedIn - Direct Message
Our ‘Are you a good fit for founding a high-impact charity?’ quiz
Our ‘Impactful Careers’ quiz
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Word of mouth - told by a friend, colleague, family member, etc.
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What is the name of the publication where you first learnt about us?
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What is the name (and year) of the conference?
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What is the name of the person you spoke to?
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What is the name of the job board you found us through?
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What is the name of the organisation, platform, or individual in EA through which you heard about our programs?
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Please state where you first learnt about our programs
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Consider the statement "If I didn't engage with AIM or CE through Y, I most likely would not have applied." What would Y be for you?* This field is required.Please select the option that best describes the channel or factor that most drove your decision to apply
AIM, CE, or AIM Research Program website
AIM Newsletter
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An article, book, podcast, or other media covering AIM and/or its incubated charities
A message, email, or conversation with a staff member at AIM or one of our incubated charities
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Encouraged to apply by an individual or organisation outside of the AIM community
Job Board
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Our ‘Are you a good fit for founding a high-impact charity?’ or 'Impactful Careers' quiz
Speaking to someone about AIM or CE at a conference
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What is the name of the publication that drove your decision to apply?
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What is the name (and year) of the conference?
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What is the name of the person you spoke to?
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What is the name of the job board that drove your decision to apply?
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What is the name of the organisation, platform, or individual in EA that drove your decision to apply?
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Please state what this critical factor in your decision to apply was
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Please answer yes or no to the following questions about your prior experience….As a reminder, the following questions will not impact the evaluation of your application, nor will your answers influence any decision regarding your candidacy. We are redesigning our application process, and your responses will help us improve and streamline it.
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Has a project you have previously launched reached one of the following markers: employing over 3 people; engaging more than 50 volunteers; reaching greater than 1,000 users)?
Have you previously worked in an organisation with fewer than 5 people?
Did you achieve the top available grade (e.g. 1st class honours; 4.0) in your most recent academic qualification?
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How important were the following factors in your decision to apply?* This field is required.N/A = I was not aware of this factor upon applying. 1 = I was aware of this factor, but it had minimal or no effect on my decision to apply. 5 = This was a critical factor in my decision to apply
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How many times have you applied to Charity Entrepeneurship or another AIM program previously?* This field is required.
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Please indicate the most recent cohort for AIM's programs that you applied to
This is my first application to AIM's programs
February 2025 (advertised late 2024)
August 2024 (advertised Feb-Apr 2024)
February 2024 (advertised late 2023)
August 2023 (advertised early 2023)
February 2023 (advertised late 2022)
August 2022 or prior
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Please indicate the furthest stage you have previously reached in our application process* This field is required.
Application form
1st test task (career spreadsheet)
1st (recorded) interview
2nd test task
Final interview
Haven't previously applied
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I give my consent for Ambitious Impact (a registered Charitable Incorporated Organisation in England and Wales with charity number 1195850) to process my data provided on this form for the purpose of recruitment in accordance with the UK GDPR. I will be able to access my data and delete it at any time by contacting: candidates@charityentrepreneurship.com* This field is required.
Yes
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Is there any other information you would like to share before submitting this form?
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Is there anyone you think would be a great fit for AIM's programs who we should contact? Please leave their email address.
example@example.com
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MC Cause Alignment / 40
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MC Logistic Flexibility /15
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MC Epistemics /30
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MC Values /70
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MC IQ /30
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MC Fit Ambitious Altruism /28
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MC Fit Epistemics /63
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MC Fit Startup Fit /63
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MC Fit Mach Score /28
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Tripped LLM or AIM Screens /2 Presented as % Failed
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Unique ID
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