TSI Partner Community Update | April 2025
Enhance the effectiveness of your nonprofit efforts with the Tech for Social Impact (TSI) April Community Update. In this edition, you will discover: Security for nonprofit BOM in three languages Licensing & Pricing Updates Renewal Strategy Security nonprofit webinar for partners Microsoft AI Skills Fest GitHub Update Global Nonprofit Leaders Summit Recap Download the TSI April Community UpdateEVENT: AI Skills Fest | Apr 8 - May 28
REGISTER NOW | AI Skills Fest! The Microsoft Worldwide Learning (WWL) team is launching a global event called "AI Skills Fest," which will feature 24 hours of learning that aims to set a Guinness World Record for the highest number of participants involved in an online multi-level AI lesson within a single day! As we celebrate Microsoft's 50th anniversary, we reflect on our mission to create technology that empowers individuals to innovate and solve real-world challenges. To mark this significant milestone, we reaffirm our commitment to providing everyone with the skills needed to thrive in the future by uniting customers, partners, technology and business professionals, industry leaders, students, Microsoft team members, and all AI enthusiasts. Our objective is to support changemakers in gaining the essential skills required for success in an AI-oriented economy. The Global 24-Hour Kickoff Celebration begins: WHEN: Monday, April 7, 2025 TIME: 4:00 PM PST / 6:00 PM CST / 7:00 PM EST / 12:00 AM GMT WHERE: Register Now for this online event Additional components of the campaign include: April 8–May 28: A dedicated 50-days of learning May 19–May 28: A closing celebration planned during and after Build 2025 Here are a few quick reminders and tips to help you prepare. Make sure you check out the main stage lineup during the kickoff celebration worldwide Plan which content track you are participating in Check out live sessions happening in your area with our partner offerings Add the event to your calendarPROMPT OF THE WEEK: Transform our annual report into a visually engaging PowerPoint presentation
Partners - please reshare with your customers by posting via LinkedIn or sending an email. This week’s prompt helps you breathe new life into your annual report—turning dense stats and lengthy updates into a shareable, skimmable, and powerful presentation. Whether you’re prepping for a board meeting, donor update, or community event, this is the kind of content that connects. Why try this prompt? 👉 Your impact deserves to shine. 👉 Busy stakeholders won’t always read a 40-page PDF. 👉 Visuals turn data into compelling stories. 💡 Pro tip: Use this deck to highlight key wins, upcoming goals, and the real-world impact of your mission. It's a fast, effective way to rally support and keep everyone aligned.REGISTER: Renewal Opportunities for CSP Partners Webinar | May 6
REGISTER TODAY! Open to all Partners Join us for the Accelerate CSP Growth with Corporate Customers and New Copilot Value Webinar on May 6th to learn about new offers and promotions! Microsoft's Ignite 2024 event revealed a $661 billion market opportunity for SMBs in FY25, with $467 billion in cloud solutions. CSP partners can capitalize on this by focusing on timely renewals and strategic upsells, which increase revenue recapture rates by 20%. NEXT STEPS (PDMs and PTSs who work with CSP partners) Review. Renewal guidance for partners blog post. Share. Renewal opportunity and campaign in a box with partners using OFT email template. Attend. May 6 session. Choose from one of the two Webinar sessions OPTION 1 WHEN: Tuesday, May 6, 2025 TIME: 9AM PST / 11AM CST / 12PM EST / 5PM GMT WHERE: Register (1-HR Online Event) OPTION 2 WHEN: Tuesday, May 6, 2025 TIME: 6PM PST / 7PM CST / 8PM EST / 1AM GMT WHERE: Register (1-HR Online Event)REGISTER: Empowering Nonprofits Webinar | Apr 24
Register Now: Webinar Open to all Partners Microsoft Cloud Champion Series: Empowering Nonprofits Join us for a series of events designed to recruit and enable Microsoft partners on nonprofit industry topics. Event Highlights Nonprofit Industry Insights. Understand the unique challenges and opportunities within the nonprofit sector and how Microsoft solutions can drive impactful change. Microsoft Solutions. Explore Microsoft 365, Copilot, Azure, and more to enhance operational efficiency and improve donor engagement. Special Offers. Learn about discounts available to nonprofits and how to leverage them for cost-effective solutions. Go-to-Market Support. Get tools and resources to effectively market and sell Microsoft solutions to nonprofits. Interactive Sessions. Engage with industry experts and Microsoft representatives, participate in discussions, and network with peers. Why Attend? Expert Guidance. Gain insights from seasoned professionals. Hands-On Learning. Experience practical demonstrations and activities. Collaborative Environment. Connect with peers and build valuable relationships. Event Schedule Session 1: Introduction to the Nonprofit Industry and Microsoft Solutions Session 2: Azure for Nonprofits Session 3: Business Applications for Nonprofits Session 4: Modern Work for Nonprofits Secure your spot and empower nonprofits with best-in-class technology solutions! When: Thursday, April 24, 2024 Time: 2pm PST | 4pm CST | 5pm EST | 10pm GMT Where: Register Today (1-HR Online Webinar)
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I want to apply for Azure credits for a non-profit partner and received a PDF with instructions. Unfortunately the link to the form to apply for Azure credits is broken: Partners must submit ACO request through the Tech for Social Impact (TSI) Partner Request form. Can someone supply me with the correct link to the form? Thank you!REGISTER: Explore Microsoft Extensibility at Blackbaud Developer's Days | Jun 3-5
Register Now: Virtual Conference Explore Microsoft Extensibility at Blackbaud Developer's Days Join Blackbaud and Microsoft for bbdevdays, a virtual conference designed for developers of all skill levels. Over the course of three days, participants will explore innovative ways to automate and extend their Blackbaud solutions using the Microsoft Power Platform alongside Blackbaud and Microsoft pros, partners, and peers. Register today to network and learn the best practices powering social good! What: Blackbaud's Virtual Developer Conference When: June 3-5, 2025 Where: Register Now (Online Event)EVENT: Microsoft Partner FY26 GTM Kickoff Event | Jul 22
REGISTER NOW | Free online event We are excited to announce the Microsoft Partner FY26 GTM Kickoff Event on July 22, 2025. This free digital event is your chance to dive into the go-to-market (GTM) priorities and initiatives for FY26 across Microsoft Business Applications and Modern Work. With AI-powered technologies like Microsoft 365 Copilot revolutionizing the workplace, partners can play a crucial role in boosting productivity, reshaping work, and sparking innovation. Learn about our investments to help you grow your business and deliver impactful customer engagements. At this year's event, you can choose from sessions focused on: Business Applications System Integrator FY26 GTM For partners providing Dynamics 365 and Power Platform services to Enterprise and Corporate customers. Overview of FY26 opportunities and co-sell engagement with Microsoft. Focus on Low Code, Sales, Service, ERP, Role-based Copilot, and Copilot Studio. Leveraging CRM and ERP data for AI insights with Copilot. Modern Work System Integrator FY26 GTM For partners selling Microsoft 365 and Copilot-related solutions with Microsoft sales teams. Top FY26 growth opportunities. Key areas: Microsoft 365 Copilot, E3 and E5 suites, Teams Phone, Teams Rooms, Teams Premium, Windows 365, Frontline Worker, and MicrosoftViva. Partner-Led CSP FY26 GTM For CSP partners to build Modern Work and Business Applications Copilot practice. Use Microsoft GTM programs and cloud portfolio for customer lifecycle support. Accelerate Copilot practice with Microsoft. Don't miss this opportunity to shape the future with Microsoft WHAT: Microsoft Partner FY26 GTM Kickoff Event WHEN: July 22, 2025 WHERE: REGISTER TODAY | Online ANNOUNCEMENT: Launch of new Copilot campaign, “Be the Pilot”
Introducing "Be the Pilot," From homework help and overcoming stage fright to cracking writer’s block and simplifying work tasks, Copilot is here to assist safely and securely. This campaign showcases how Copilot empowers individuals with confidence, creativity, and focus, while offering organizations secure, enterprise-level tools for future transformation. The ads highlight the simplicity, fun, and energy of having an AI companion, with a touch of humor to align with the Microsoft mission of empowering people through technology. Launching with 10 creative pieces, and then, expanding with new use cases as we go. Starting Thursday, April 10, you’ll see this campaign across digital web ads, social media, and online videos in the US, with social campaigns and UK expansion next month. VIEW and SHARE the "Be the Pilot" ads on the Microsoft YouTube channel. LEARN more about the Copilot features announced last week.ALERT: CPOR Now Available for Business Applications in CSP
We are excited to announce that on April 7th, the CPOR (Claiming Partner of Record) Revenue Recognition experience was expanded to include Business Applications CSP subscriptions. This expansion will allow you as a Business Applications partners to receive credit for your work, which contributes to your Solution Partner Designation. What does this mean for you? BA partners will now receive recognition for their role in customer acquisition and deployment, alongside MW CSP partners. This dual recognition model ensures BA partners gain revenue recognition while MW partners continue to earn transactional recognition and incentives. Next Steps Read the blog announcement and learn more with our CPOR for CSP Overview. Thank you for your continued partnership and commitment to driving success together. We look forward to seeing the positive impact of these changes on your business.
