Cross International, founded in 2001, is a development and relief organization dedicated to serving impoverished children, families, and communities worldwide. Through strategic partnerships with local ministries across Latin America, the Caribbean, and Africa, Cross International provides essential resources such as food, clean water, shelter, medical care, education, vocational training, and micro-loans to empower individuals and transform communities.
In Fiscal Year 2023, Cross International achieved a Cost Per Beneficiary (CPB) of $70, reflecting its commitment to efficient resource utilization. This efficiency has enabled the organization to make a significant impact in the regions it serves.
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The partnership between AI4Good2 and Cross International aims to leverage artificial intelligence to enhance and scale these efforts. By integrating AI-driven solutions into existing programs, the collaboration seeks to optimize resource allocation, improve service delivery, and expand outreach. For instance, AI can assist in identifying the most pressing needs within communities, predicting resource shortages, and tailoring educational programs to individual learning styles. The unusual rendition of the women above was created by by the generative AI named Dall-E (openai.com). It illustrates AI boosting revenue in the sewing initiative under the current AI experiment being conducted by AI4Good2 and Cross in eastern Zambia, with satellite dish in the background and tablets connected to the AI4Good2.org cloud via WiFi to Internet. The goal is to increase their revenue and profit by at least 100%.
It is not unreasonable to think AI can boost their revenue and profit by 1000% or more in one year or less. The goal is the lift in in their prosperity. Hardware, software and AI are simply the enblers.
In summary, this integration of AI has the potential to magnify the impact of Cross International’s initiatives by orders of magnitude. Enhanced data analysis and predictive modeling can lead to more informed decision-making, ensuring that aid reaches those who need it most. Additionally, AI can facilitate the monitoring and evaluation of programs in real-time, allowing for agile adjustments and continuous improvement.
By combining Cross International’s extensive experience in humanitarian aid with AI4Good2’s technological expertise, this partnership represents a pioneering approach to poverty alleviation. The collaboration not only aims to address immediate needs but also to create sustainable, scalable solutions that can be replicated across various regions, ultimately contributing to the global effort to eradicate extreme poverty.