The Thing combines the strengths of a non-profit (501c) and a limited liability company (llc) to achieve its ambitious goals.

our mission

we aim to become the central hub for a comprehensive "meta-repository" of stories that paint a vivid picture of artificial intelligence's impact on society. we believe everyone contributes a piece to this larger picture, and by gathering these diverse perspectives, we can collectively understand the evolving relationship between ai and humanity.

beyond the pixels

imagine a puzzle with a missing box image. we, as individuals, are like the puzzle pieces – important, but lacking context. The Thing aspires to be the completed picture, bringing all the pieces together to reveal the bigger story.

a collaborative canvas

we envision ourselves as a platform that holds space for

multimedia creation
a space for anyone to contribute stories, art, and other media exploring ai's influence.

virtual community engagement
building a welcoming online space for discussions, collaboration, and knowledge sharing.

global discourse on ai
facilitating open conversations about the social and ethical implications of ai's development.

impact through inclusion

our core values emphasize inclusivity and collaboration

innovative activism
encouraging creative approaches to social change related to ai.

education & collective impact

a multi-phased approach

our structure: a force for good

The Thing operates as a non-profit multimedia studio and virtual community center. this structure allows us to prioritize our mission over profit, ensuring that all resources are directed towards fostering open dialogue and collaboration around ai's impact.

we believe in cooeptiton and scaling through transparency.