ANNOUNCEMENT: Microsoft 365 Business Premium & Office 365 E1 grant discontinuation
Microsoft 365 Business Premium & Office 365 E1 grant discontinuation on CSP and Web Direct channels Microsoft announced on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, that the Microsoft 365 Business Premium grant and Office 365 E1 grant on CSP and Web Direct Channels will be discontinued for nonprofit customers upon their next renewal date on or after July 1, 2025. To support nonprofits during this transition, Microsoft continues to offer: Up to 300 granted licenses of Microsoft 365 Business Basic. Discounts up to 75 percent on many Microsoft 365 nonprofit offers, including Microsoft 365 Business Premium and Office 365 E1. Please refer to the following partner resources: Office Hours Presentation Deck | Recording from May 20, 2025. Partner Step-by-step Business Premium and Office 365 E1 guide Plan comparison of Business Basic, Business Standard, Business Premium, & Office 365 E1 FAQs for Business Premium & Office 365 E1 grant discontinuation Customer email templates | Office 365 E1: Microsoft Office 365 E1-donaties worden stopgezet [Dutch] Partner email template for Office 365 E1 grant discontinuation [English] La subvention Microsoft Office 365 E1 va être supprimée [French] Der Microsoft Office 365 E1-Zuschuss wird eingestellt [German] La subvención de Microsoft Office 365 E1 se dejará de ofrecer [Spanish] Customer email templates | Microsoft 365 Business Premium: Microsoft 365 Business Premium-donaties worden stopgezet [Dutch] Partner email template for Business Premium grant discontinuation [English] La subvention Microsoft 365 Business Premium va être supprimée [French] Der Microsoft 365 Business Premium-Zuschuss wird eingestellt [German] La subvención de Microsoft 365 Empresa Premium se dejará de ofrecer [Spanish] The aforementioned resources can also be found on the Microsoft 365 Business Premium & Office 365 E1 grant discontinuation landing page. Please reach out to the Tech for Social Impact Partner Desk with any questions.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 
Sept 30 Microsoft Nonprofit Virtual Partner Summit Links and Resources by Cloud
Partners- Thanks to those who registered and/or attended the September 30 Microsoft Nonprofit Virtual Partner Summit focused on FY25 solution plays by cloud and resources. To make these events the best they can be for our partners, we want your input. Click here to participate in the event survey. The recording will be available in the next 5-7 business days. If you registered, but were unable to attend, you will also receive the recording. Below is a list of resources by cloud that were included in the Sept. 30 presentation: TSI Modern Work tools and resources Microsoft 365 Copilot Partner Playbook for Nonprofits Microsoft 365 Copilot Nonprofit Customer Pitch deck Build your Modern Work Practice Corp Link Nonprofit link Microsoft 365 Copilot demos and trainings for Nonprofits Quickstart Copilot trainings for nonprofits Train the trainer sessions for Partners TSI Azure tools and resources Azure Partner Playbook – Updated with Data and AI use cases Azure Partner Pitch Deck – Updated with Data and AI use cases Harnessing your data to drive nonprofit mission success ebook: A roadmap for a robust data strategy Azure Portal Deploy Azure Landing Zone for Nonprofits – Microsoft Cloud for Nonprofit | Microsoft Learn Azure Migrate and Modernize – Partner led investment offerings ACO for CSP: TSI Partner Request Form TSI Business Applications tools and resources Power Platform Hub Dynamics 365 Partner Hub Nonprofit GTM campaign content TSI Technical readiness Creating Generative AI Experiences with the Microsoft Cloud - A Guide for ISVs | Microsoft Learn Nonprofit Solutions in Microsoft Cloud Solution Center Thank you for your continued support of Tech for Social Impact and the nonprofit sector.ANNOUNCEMENT: Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations Licensing Update
As part of our continued efforts to support customers in achieving license compliance, please take note of the following key dates and actions related to the Improved User License Validation initiative: 👥 Who should attend Dynamics 365 ERP practice leads Dynamics 365 ERP marketing, sales, and commercial leads Dynamics 365 ERP partner alliance leads 📖 Prep Review Simplifying License Management for Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations Review On-demand Landing Call (May 6) Attend the Office Hours on May 13th and 20th for live Q&A session. Note: You must have attended either the live or on-demand session of the Landing Call to receive an invitation to an Office Hours session. For more information or questions, reach out to the Dynamics 365 Community.REGISTER: Partner Webinar - Security conversations with nonprofits | May 13 [CANCELLED]
REGISTER NOW | Open to All Microsoft Partners This event has been cancelled. Please watch this space for a new date. We are excited to invite you to an informative session organized by the Tech for Social Impact team! This event provides a great opportunity to learn from experts and participate in meaningful discussions about the unique security challenges faced by nonprofits. Furthermore, we will offer go-to-market resources tailored specifically for nonprofits that partners can take advantage of. The session will feature our speakers, Jerry Carlson and Aysha Kaushik, who will offer valuable insights and strategies to enhance security within nonprofit organizations. TOPIC: Partner Webinar - Security Conversations with Nonprofits WHEN: Tuesday May 13, 2025 TIME: 8AM–9AM PT / 11AM–12PM ET / 4PM–5PM GMT WHERE: Register Today (online event)ALERT: Business Applications Funded Engagements (BAFE)
Act Now: Business Applications Funded Engagements (BAFE) Are Reaching Claim Limits New nominations close: June 1, 2025 Several BAFE offers are nearing their maximum claim limits and will close to new nominations for: Business Central Migration Assessment D365 Solution Optimization ⚠️ Existing claims are not affected and can continue as planned Action Items: Read the May 2025 Partner Alert for critical updates on BAFE claim limits and FY26 planning. Attend May 15th Business Applications Funded Engagements Office Hours to get up to speed on Q4 updates and foundational changes for FY26. Visit the Partner Hub for real-time details on BAFE usage for the remainder of FY25. Why This Matters: FY25 Business Applications Funded Engagements are designed to help partners accelerate customer outcomes through high-impact, pre- and post-sales engagements. These engagements are proven to: Accelerate the sales journey Drive active usage Expand services opportunities As TSI continues to scale its reach to more nonprofits, collaboration with partners like you is essential.TSI Partner Community Update | June 2025
Enhance the effectiveness of your nonprofit efforts with the Tech for Social Impact (TSI) June Community Update. In this edition, you will discover: FY26 road to success Intro to TSI FY26 ECIF for SMB TSI partner guide Pricing update reminder Grant retirement reminder Solution landing page update FY25 Thank You Download the TSI June Community Update
Partnership Opportunity with Elate Child Foundation: Tech Innovation for Social Good Program
I’m reaching out on behalf of the Elate Child Initiative (ECI) to propose a partnership for our upcoming Innovation for Social Good Program. Modelled after the engaging format of Big Brother Naija, this program combines competition, mentorship, and real-world tech applications to empower young adults to create impactful solutions to pressing social challenges. Given the Microsoft Community's commitment to social impact, we see an exciting opportunity to collaborate in the following areas: Sponsorship and Resources: Support program operations, including workshops and project resources. Expert Mentorship: Engage your team as mentors, offering guidance and insights to help participants refine their projects. Technology and Tools: Provide access to tools and platforms to enhance participants’ development of tech-based solutions. This partnership will provide valuable visibility and community impact, showcasing Microsoft's commitment to driving positive change through innovation in Africa. We would love to talk more about this opportunity with you. Please let us know a convenient time to connect. Thank you for considering this collaboration. We look forward to the potential to inspire the next generation of innovators in Africa through this collaboration. Sincerely,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.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 Update
