Microsoft 365 Business Premium grant is being discontinued
UPDATED: Microsoft sent affected nonprofit organisations an email similar to the below on Wednesday/Thursday 14/15th May announcing that Microsoft 365 Business Premium grant is being discontinued. A similar message was sent out regarding the end of the Office 365 E1 grant offer. Microsoft have provided the following further information: Partner FAQ: https://partner.microsoft.com/en-AU/asset/collection/microsoft-365-business-premium-and-office-365-e1-grant-discontinuation#/ Partner office hours: ANNOUNCEMENT: Microsoft 365 Business Premium & Office 365 E1 grant discontinuation | Microsoft Community Hub Blog: Transitioning from Microsoft 365 Business Premium to Business Basic: What Nonprofits Need to Know | Microsoft Community Hub A small Canadian-based nonprofit has set up a change.org petition asking Microsoft to reconsider the decision: https://www.change.org/p/urge-microsoft-to-continue-grant-program-for-nonprofits Information about the difference between Microsoft 365 Business Basic, Standard and Premium can be found here: Visual: https://m365maps.com/files/Microsoft-365-Business-All.htm Checklist: https://m365maps.com/matrix.htm#000111000000000000000ANNOUNCEMENT: 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: 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. Office Hours Session 1 (US / EMEA): Microsoft Nonprofit Partner Informational Session: Microsoft 365 Business Premium and Office 365 E1 grant retirement on CSP and Web Direct channels WHEN: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 TIME: 8-9AM PDT | 11-12PM EST | 5-6PM GMT Session 2 (US / ANZ): Microsoft Nonprofit Partner Informational Session: Microsoft 365 Business Premium and Office 365 E1 grant retirement on CSP and Web Direct Channels WHEN: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 TIME: 4-5PM PDT | 8-9PM EST | 9-10AM AEST For more information, please refer to the Microsoft 365 Business Premium & Office 365 E1 grant discontinuation landing page. Also reach out to the Tech for Social Impact Partner Desk with questionsANNOUNCEMENT: 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: Navigating Your CRM Future Webinar | June 10
REGISTER NOW: FutureCast: See What's Next for Raiser's Edge NXT® Are you evaluating your current CRM or thinking ahead about your plans with Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT? Join us for an insightful session designed to help you explore the future of this leading nonprofit donor management solution. In this session, we’ll take a closer look at what’s ahead for Raiser's Edge NXT and how it can support your fundraising strategy—both now and in the future. Whether you're actively considering your options or just want to stay informed, this is a great opportunity to get clarity and direction. 💡 Why attend? Raiser's Edge NXT is evolving into more than just a tool—it’s becoming a true partner in your fundraising efforts. With enhanced automation and smarter insights, it’s designed to support both your day-to-day tasks and your long-term goals. Take the next step in shaping your CRM strategy! WHEN: Tuesday, June 10, 2025 TIME: 10 AM — 11 AM PST | 1PM – 2 PM EST | 6PM – 7PM GMT WHERE: Register today (Online event)REGISTER: BAFE Claim Limit Office Hours | May 15
REGISTER NOW: Attend Office Hours to get up to speed on Q4 updates and foundational changes for FY26. 🚨 BAFE Claim Limits Approaching – Act Now! Several Business Applications Funded Engagements (BAFE) offers—like Business Central Migration Assessment and D365 Solution Optimization—are nearing their claim caps and will close to new nominations by June 1, 2025. Join the May 15th BAFE Office Hours to get critical updates on: Which engagements are closing What claims are still open How to prepare for FY26 changes Secure funding while it lasts: WHEN: Thursday, May 15, 2025 TIME: 8:00 AM PST | 11:00 AM EST | 4:00 PM GMT REGISTER: To attend the Business Applications Funded Engagements Office HoursALERT: 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 | 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 UpdateREGISTER: 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)
