NEWSLETTER: Nonprofit Partner Community Update | September 2025
Welcome to the September Edition of the Microsoft Elevate Nonprofit Partner Community Update! Download the Nonprofit Partner Community Update | September 2025! Here’s what you'll find this month: FY26 Microsoft Elevate Nonprofit Partner Kickoff. Register to join us for the official launch of FY26! This virtual event will equip you with strategic insights, tools, and direction to accelerate nonprofit impact and innovation. New Nonprofit Events Website. Explore the newly launched customer-facing site that aggregates free virtual and in-person events hosted by Microsoft and select partners. Filter by region, topic, audience role, and more. Promote Your Event on Microsoft.com/Nonprofits. Submit your partner-led events for inclusion on Microsoft’s nonprofit event calendar and amplify your reach through our demand generation engine. FY26 End Customer Investment Funds (ECIF) Program. Microsoft’s FY26 ECIF program enables partners to deliver high-impact services that accelerate solution adoption and customer success—at no cost to the customer.NEW RESOURCE RELEASE: Drive Mission Impact with Secure AI Productivity
Nonprofit Partners — this is a big one! The Secure AI Productivity Solutions Nonprofit Partner pitch deck is now available, and it’s a powerful conversation starter to help your nonprofit customers move from AI curiosity to confident secure adoption! 🔥 Pitch deck | Drive success with secure AI productivity solutions ✨ Why this deck matters Nonprofits are facing rising costs, staffing shortages, burnout, and growing security risks — all while being asked to do more for their communities. This deck equips you with a clear, mission-aligned story showing how Microsoft 365 + Copilot + Security work together to empower staff and volunteers without compromising trust or compliance How to leverage this resource with your nonprofit customers: 👉 Lead with mission impact. Use the opening slides to reframe AI as a mission accelerator — freeing staff from manual work, improving donor engagement, and expanding services to more communities. 👉 Address real nonprofit challenges head-on The deck includes compelling data on staffing gaps, burnout, rising operating costs, and increased security incidents — perfect for opening strategic conversations with nonprofit leaders. 👉 Demonstrate secure, responsible AI adoption Walk customers through how Copilot works inside Microsoft 365, backed by Zero Trust security with Entra, Defender, Intune, and Purview — helping them become AI-ready without risking donor or beneficiary data. 👉 Make it real with personas & use cases Bring the story to life using the Zane (program manager) and Jenna (volunteer) scenarios. These are ideal for workshops, executive briefings, and volunteer enablement discussions — and can be easily customized to your own offerings. 👉 Build confidence with proof points Leverage the nonprofit success stories (Children International, McKnight Foundation, British Heart Foundation, and more) to show measurable productivity gains, time savings, and stronger mission outcomes. 👉 End with clear next steps Use the final slides to guide customers toward AI readiness assessments, nonprofit scenario libraries, and Copilot prompt resources — turning inspiration into action. 🌟 Bottom line: This deck helps you shift conversations from “Should we use AI?” to “How do we securely scale our mission with AI?” — positioning you as a trusted advisor, not just a technology provider. 👇 How are you planning to use it? 1:1 customer conversations? Executive briefings? Volunteer enablement workshops? Webinars or lunch-and-learns? Share your ideas below — let’s learn from each other and help nonprofits unlock the full power of secure AI productivity! 💙 Remember: These resources and more can be found on the Nonprofit Partner Readiness site under the Solution play readiness materials section. Select the AI Business Solutions tab, then select Secure AI Productivity to explore resources.NEW RESOURCE RELEASE: Unified Analytics for Data-Driven Innovation Campaign-in-a-Box resources
The NEW Unified Analytics for Data-Driven Innovation Campaign-in-a-Box assets just dropped and are already gaining traction. Microsoft Elevate just released these ready-to-use assets to help spark smarter conversations, show real-world impact, and move faster with nonprofit customers—no heavy lift required. These assets are: 👉 Built for storytelling 👉 Designed for engagement 👉 Powered by data-driven impact From First Touch to Impact: Using Unified Analytics Campaign Assets The following assets are intentionally designed to work together as a simple, end-to-end engagement flow. By moving from awareness to registration, reinforcing value, and enabling deeper education, partners can confidently guide nonprofit organizations toward meaningful, data-driven outcomes. ✨ Email Template | Unified Analytics for Data-Driven Innovation Purpose: Kick off awareness and outreach. Use this template to introduce the unified analytics story, spark interest, and invite nonprofit customers into the conversation. ✨ Registration Template | Unified Analytics for Data-Driven Innovation Purpose: Drive event or engagement sign-ups. This template supports webinars, workshops, or briefings by capturing interest and converting it into registered participation. ✨ One-Pager Template | Unify Your Data Platform to Accelerate Nonprofit Impact Purpose: Reinforce value and clarity. Use this concise asset during or after engagement to clearly explain the benefits of unifying data platforms and accelerating mission impact. ✨ E-Book Template | Unified Analytics for Data-Driven Innovation Purpose: Deepen understanding and influence decisions. This long-form asset supports follow-up conversations, enabling nonprofits to explore the strategy, use cases, and long-term value of unified analytics. Jump in, activate, and stay ahead of the curve. Remember: These resources and more can be found on the Nonprofit Partner Readiness site under the Solution play readiness materials section. Select the Cloud & AI Platform tab, then select Unify you data platform to explore resources.🎉 Congratulations to our three Nonprofit Partner of the Year Finalists! 🎉
We are thrilled to announce the three incredible finalists for the Nonprofit Partner of the Year Award: JourneyTeam, LLC — Recognized for measurable nonprofit impact with Microsoft Power Apps and a Copilot agent—helping a nonprofit modernize operations and cut costs by 54%, plus a sustained record of Dynamics 365 and AI-driven solutions for mission delivery. Wipfli LLP — Brought enterprise-grade depth to social impact work, earning all six Microsoft Solutions Partner designations for 2025 and building on a long nonprofit track record, including 2021 Nonprofit Partner of the Year and a 2024 Nonprofit POTYA finalist mention—demonstrating broad capability and sector expertise. Brightpoint Infotech — Demonstrated nonprofit specialization in Microsoft Cloud for Nonprofit/Dynamics 365, showcased by NGO implementations (e.g., Zamzam Foundation on Business Central) and ecosystem partnerships (e.g., Sylogist for nonprofit ERP/CRM), helping NGOs modernize finance, grants, and donor operations. These organizations have demonstrated outstanding commitment to empowering nonprofits through innovative solutions, impactful services, and unwavering dedication to making a difference. Join us in congratulating these finalists! 👏 Read the full Partner Blog announcement of the 2025 winners & finalists and join the conversation: https://partner.microsoft.com Add your kudos on the Community Hub post: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com Keep the celebration going and drop a congratulations for these outstanding finalists below and share your nonprofit success via your PSS/PDMs you’re seeing with Microsoft Cloud and AI! 💙NEWSLETTER: Nonprofit Partner Community Update | November 2025
We’re excited to share the November edition of the Nonprofit Partner Community Update! This month’s release highlights major events, new resources, and actionable opportunities for nonprofit partners. Download the Nonprofit Partner Community Update | November 2025! Discover the latest partner resources, program launches, and inspiring success stories in the November Nonprofit Partner Community Update—designed to help you accelerate impact and growth in the nonprofit sector. Don’t miss new opportunities, practical tools, and highlights from Microsoft Ignite to energize your work! 🔍 What’s Inside: Microsoft Ignite: Major annual event for technology and nonprofit leaders. FY26 Nonprofit Partner Kickoff: Launch of new resources and programs for partners. FY26 EMEA Nonprofit + Education Partner Kickoff: Regional priorities and collaboration highlights. Azure for Nonprofit: Latest solutions and strategies for nonprofit organizations. Demand Generation Resources: New tools to help partners drive engagement and growth. Getting Started with AI Agents: Guidance for nonprofits adopting AI-powered workflows. The Salvation Army UK & Ireland Customer Success Story: Real-world impact of Microsoft solutions in nonprofit transformation.REGISTER NOW: Microsoft Ignite 2025 – Supporting Nonprofit Innovation
Register today to attend either in-person or online! We’re excited to invite our nonprofit partners to join us at Microsoft Ignite 2025, where innovation meets impact! Ignite is Microsoft’s flagship event for technologists, partners, and decision-makers. This year, it’s bigger than ever—with 17,000 in-person attendees and over 200,000 expected online. For nonprofit partners, Ignite offers: ✅ Skilling & Training: Deep dive into Microsoft technologies tailored to nonprofit needs ✅ Networking: Connect with peers, partners, and Microsoft experts ✅ Partner Growth: Explore new opportunities to build and scale your impact ✅ Recognition: Celebrate Partner of the Year winners and join exclusive receptions Explore session catalog Dates & Locations 📍In-Person: November 18–21, 2025 (optional pre-day Nov. 17) | Location: Moscone Center, San Francisco, CA 💻 Online: November 18–20, 2025 🔗 Register now! Whether you’re attending in person or online, Ignite is your chance to fuel your mission with the latest tools, insights, and community support. Let’s make this year’s Ignite unforgettable for the nonprofit sector. Register today and spread the word!NEWSLETTER: Nonprofit Partner Community Update | October 2025
We’re excited to announce the release of the October 2025 edition of the Nonprofit Partner Community Update! Download the Nonprofit Partner Community Update | October 2025! This month’s publication is packed with new resources, program announcements, and partner enablement opportunities designed to support your success in the nonprofit sector. 🔍 What’s Inside: FY26 Nonprofit Partner Kickoff Resources – including session recordings, decks, and a feedback survey. Partner Readiness & Demand Generation Programs – six Microsoft Elevate initiatives to accelerate awareness and growth. Campaign-in-a-Box – ready-to-use marketing assets for nonprofit outreach. Updated Nonprofit Partner Readiness Site – now featuring simplified navigation and new AI-powered solution plays. Partner Marketing-as-a-Service (PMaaS) and Event Co-Marketing Programs – to help amplify your impact. New Nonprofit Events Site – a centralized hub for discovering free virtual and in-person events. New Nonprofit Validation Partner – Microsoft has partnered with Goodstack to streamline eligibility verification. Featured Customer Success Story & Resource Materials – real-world examples of nonprofit transformation with resources to replicate your own success. 📄 Read more ...ANNOUNCEMENT: Introducing Goodstack, new nonprofit validation partner
Microsoft has partnered with Goodstack, a third-party validation supplier, to verify the eligibility of nonprofit organizations, public libraries, and public museums. Eligibility criteria. The eligibility validation process is based on criteria provided by Microsoft and uses publicly available and locally relevant information, along with the details you submit during registration. Review eligibility criteria. Eligibility validation process. Goodstack will compare this information against Microsoft’s nonprofit eligibility requirements. As needed, Goodstack may reach out directly to agents or organizational contacts to request additional documentation to complete the validation process. Questions? The Microsoft Elevate support team is available to answer any questions about Goodstack and the eligibility validation process. Submit an inquiry.REGISTER: FY26 Microsoft Elevate Nonprofit Partner Kickoff | Sept 10th
REMINDER - Join us for the FY26 Microsoft Elevate Nonprofit Virtual Partner Kickoff taking place on Wednesday, September 10, 2025 - This event is your launchpad into a year of opportunity, innovation, and impact! This event is designed to equip you and partner ecosystem, with strategic insights, actionable tools, and direction needed to lead and grow this year: Discover what’s new with Microsoft Elevate Gain clarity on the FY26 priorities Learn how to align your business to drive greater customer value and market momentum. REGISTER for the date that best fits your region and feel free to forward this invite to your teams: AMERICAS/EMEA SESSION 📍 Wednesday, September 10, 2025 🕚 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM PDT 🌐 Register for virtual event ASIA SESSION 📍 Thursday, September 11, 2025 🕘 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM AEST 🌐 Register for virtual event Let's Build Momentum together for a transformative FY26!NEWSLETTER: Nonprofit Partner Community Update | August 2025
Welcome to the August Edition of the Nonprofit Partner Community Update — Now Microsoft Elevate! Download the Nonprofit Partner Community Update for August 2025! Formerly known as the Tech for Social Impact (TSI) Community Update, we’re excited to introduce Microsoft Elevate — a new name and renewed focus to better support and amplify your nonprofit impact. This monthly update is designed to keep you informed, inspired, and equipped with the latest tools and opportunities. Here’s what’s in store this month: Welcome to FY26: Introducing Microsoft Elevate Discover what’s ahead and how Elevate will empower your mission. FY26 H1 Partner Brief Key updates and strategic priorities for the first half of the fiscal year. Microsoft AI Tour Explore how AI is transforming the nonprofit sector and how you can get involved. Nonprofit Partner Success Kit A curated set of resources to help you thrive in FY26. Nonprofit Events Calendar Stay connected with upcoming events, trainings, and networking opportunities. Nonprofit Partner Social Media Amplify your voice and engage with the community online.
