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Unable to Activate Microsoft 365 Nonprofit Grant – Eligibility Issue
In Iraq, eligible nonprofits and charities can purchase a variety of Microsoft products and services through Microsoft for Nonprofits, often at discounted or donated prices, primarily through TechSoup Iraq.
Here's a breakdown of what a nonprofit organization in Iraq might be able to purchase:
Cloud Solutions:
Microsoft 365: A comprehensive cloud-based solution that includes Office 365, Windows 10, and Enterprise Mobility + Security, offered with donated and discounted subscriptions.
Office 365 Enterprise: Donated and discounted subscriptions providing cloud-based access to Office applications, email, instant messaging, HD video conferencing, and storage.
Microsoft Azure: Integrated cloud services for various IT needs like analytics, computing, database, storage, and web. Nonprofits can receive credits to use for Azure workloads.
Power BI: A data visualization and analytics tool to help understand organizational goals and impact.
Enterprise Mobility + Security: Helps protect the organization's data and keep employees and volunteers productive on their devices.
Microsoft 365 Copilot: An AI-powered tool to streamline tasks and enhance productivity, available as a discounted add-on.
Desktop Software:
Microsoft Office Standard: Includes core Office applications like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Publisher, and OneNote.
Microsoft Access: A database management tool for tracking and reporting.
Windows Operating System Upgrades: Discounted upgrades to the latest Windows versions.
Windows Pro Full Operating System: Full versions of the latest Windows OS for computer labs.
Project: Project management software.
Publisher: Desktop publishing software.
Visio: Diagramming and vector graphics software.
Visual Studio: An integrated development environment (IDE).
Other Offers:
Donated and discounted subscriptions and add-ons to Microsoft 365.
Cloud support services included with Microsoft 365 subscriptions obtained through TechSoup.
Donations of Tableau Desktop for small nonprofits.
Discounted subscriptions for Microsoft cloud solutions.
Training and learning resources.
Important Notes:
Some donated products may be specifically for organizations operating computer labs.
There are limits on the number of donated licenses an organization can request.
Not every program may be available in every country.
It's important to check the specific eligibility criteria for each offer on the Microsoft for Nonprofits or TechSoup Iraq websites.