nonprofit community update
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Welcome to the Partners for Social Impact Community! Step into a powerful role where your expertise sparks transformative change in the nonprofit sector. Imagine helping organizations amplify their impact—whether it’s protecting rainforests, rescuing animals, or supporting children in need in your own community. With 14 million eligible nonprofits worldwide, you can develop a meaningful revenue stream for your business. By partnering with Microsoft, you become a catalyst for nonprofits to optimize their operations, adopt innovative technologies, and maximize their resources, enabling them to achieve their missions with greater efficiency and reach. people smiling. This is more than just business; it’s an opportunity to make a profound difference in the world. Nonprofits need the same technology solutions and services of a commercial industry and rely on Microsoft and its partner ecosystem to support them in their technology adoption. The work you do today has the potential to transform lives, strengthen communities, and inspire lasting global change. By engaging in this purpose-driven sector, you unlock new opportunities to grow your business while fostering a deeper sense of fulfillment within your team. Together, we have equipped over 400,000 nonprofit organizations with modern, secure, and scalable Microsoft cloud solutions. We can build a connected ecosystem where technology meets heart, and where every innovation drives meaningful impact. Let’s make a difference—together. Resources and Links Opt-in to receive ongoing TSI nonprofit communications here. Access nonprofit specific partner resources here Visit the Tech for Social Impact Partner Desk to help get your partner questions answered Follow Microsoft for nonprofit on LinkedInNEWSLETTER: 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.EVENT: 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 calendarANNOUNCEMENT: Microsoft for Nonprofits on GitHub
Tech for Social Impact (TSI) has refreshed its GitHub site to better align with our solution strategy. All TSI open-source solutions will now be centralized into one repository to provide a more seamless user experience and to support partners in providing customized, purpose-built solutions for nonprofit customers. Purpose TSI wants to ensure our solutions for the nonprofit and development communities remain current, relevant, and aligned with emerging technologies. Enhance solution security and compliance. Benefits for Partners GitHub allows partners to tailor solutions to meet customers’ specific needs. Partners can adapt the source code to fine-tune deployments, adding their own IP for repeatable and tailored solutions. Solutions Now Available The Common Data Model for Nonprofits, Volunteer Management, Volunteer Engagement, Azure Landing Zone for Nonprofits, and the template apps—Fundraising, Grant Management, and Outcome Management—are now available in GitHub as well as Solution Center. Archived Solutions The Nonprofit Accelerator, including sample apps and historical versions of the Common Data Model for Nonprofits, will remain accessible on GitHub until 12/31/25. Find updated content on GitHub and MS Learn.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.ANNOUNCEMENT: New solution landing page
Solution Center transition On May 30, 2025, the deployment of several nonprofit industry solutions will move from Solution Center to Microsoft AppSource and Power Platform Admin Center. A new centralized landing page has been created for you to learn more about the solutions including how to deploy, use and extend. https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/industry/nonprofit/ What’s new Solution cards – Each solution has a dedicated card with a summary, deployment links, GitHub references, and usage guidance. Centralized content – Content is be hosted on the Microsoft Learn about the various solutions. Deployment change – For solutions that require deployment, this will be provided in AppSource.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.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: 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