Carrying World Stray Animal Day Forward Through Technology‑Driven Action
World Stray Animal Day shined a light on the countless animals living without safety, care, or a place to call home. Across Europe, animal welfare organizations work tirelessly to change that reality — offering rescue, medical treatment, behavioral support, and the chance at a new beginning. Two organizations, Dierenopvang Amsterdam (DOA) in the Netherlands and Dyrenes Beskyttelse in Denmark, demonstrate how technology can strengthen this mission and help teams reach more animals in need. Dierenopvang Amsterdam: More Time for Care DOA supports thousands of dogs and cats each year, many arriving with complex medical or emotional needs. By streamlining administrative work and improving coordination across teams, DOA is giving staff and volunteers more time to focus on what matters most: Providing hands-on care Supporting thoughtful, successful adoptions Helping animals rebuild trust in people Technology is helping DOA turn compassion into capacity. Dyrenes Beskyttelse: A Nationwide Safety Net In Denmark, Dyrenes Beskyttelse operates a broad network of shelters, wildlife centers, and emergency response teams. With modern digital tools improving response times, case tracking, and care management, the organization is strengthening its ability to reach more stray and abandoned animals — and guide each one toward a safer future. Innovation That Amplifies Impact For animal welfare organizations, technology can: Improve rescue coordination Track medical and behavioral histories Support volunteer and staff workflows Strengthen adoption pathways Reduce administrative strain World Stray Animal Day reminds us to celebrate the organizations using innovation to protect animals — and the people whose dedication makes every rescue possible. To read the full story and explore the original insights, visit Microsoft for Nonprofit LinkedIn.Nonprofits Are Shaping What Comes Next
At the Global Nonprofit Leaders Summit, nonprofit leaders and technologists came together to learn from one another during a time of rapid change. As shared in the original Microsoft for Nonprofits post, the strongest takeaway wasn’t that anyone has all the answers—it was that progress now depends on trust, partnership, and continuous learning as AI reshapes how work gets done across missions and communities. Across sessions, leaders focused on practical learning: asking better questions, testing responsibly, and bringing teams along without losing sight of the people they serve. One theme stood out clearly—learning is no longer a one‑time transition, but an ongoing leadership capability. As AI accelerates timelines and expectations, leaders are intentionally creating space for curiosity, experimentation, and strategic thinking to adapt responsibly and lead with intention rather than urgency. Equally central were conversations about inclusion, trust, and data stewardship, especially for organizations handling sensitive or personal data. Governance, ethics, and security surfaced not as barriers to innovation, but as essential enablers—recognizing that meaningful impact only scales when communities trust the systems and institutions behind them. Partnerships also emerged as critical to durable impact. Leaders emphasized that collaboration across nonprofits, philanthropy, and technology partners is what turns pilots into repeatable, real‑world outcomes through shared learning and collective problem‑solving. These themes came to life through stories from organizations like Children International, Goodwill NYNJ, and Answer ALS, illustrating how technology—used thoughtfully—can strengthen operations, accelerate outcomes, and deepen mission impact. Looking ahead, one message was clear: nonprofits aren’t waiting for the future to arrive—they are actively shaping it. Through purposeful leadership, trusted partnerships, and responsible technology adoption, nonprofits are defining what comes next for their missions and the communities they serve. To learn more, please visit: Microsoft for Nonprofits LinkedInHow Goodwill Opens More Doors for Job Seekers with Barriers to Employment Using AI
Goodwill NYNJ’s mission has always been clear: help people with disabilities and other barriers to employment find meaningful work. But with resumes arriving in every format imaginable—and staff manually reformatting each one—the process often slowed down opportunities for qualified candidates. That changed when Goodwill partnered with Microsoft at Hack4Good. Together with GoodTemps, Microsoft, Redapt, and student technologists, they built Resume Builder, an AI‑powered tool that quickly turns scattered resume information into a clean, professional format while keeping humans in full control of final approvals. The impact has been immediate. Goodwill has processed hundreds of resumes, saved nearly 200 staff hours, and helped job seekers get to interviews 25% faster—freeing staff to focus on coaching candidates and engaging employers rather than fixing formatting issues. Why it matters for nonprofits Goodwill’s experience shows how mission‑driven organizations can use AI responsibly to scale impact, reduce staff burden, and move faster without sacrificing the human connection at the heart of their work. When nonprofits co‑create technology with the communities they serve, innovation becomes not just efficient—but equitable. To learn more, visit: Microsoft for Nonprofits LinkedInShared Data and Collective Resolve Are Advancing ALS Research
Answer ALS shows what becomes possible when people come together to share data in service of something bigger than themselves—and why that mindset matters far beyond ALS research. That spirit is reflected in the journey of former New Orleans Saints player Steve Gleason, who was diagnosed with ALS in 2011 just months before he and his wife were expecting their first child. Rather than allowing the diagnosis to define his future, Gleason founded Team Gleason to support people living with ALS through assistive technology, equipment, and care services. In 2013, he challenged the scientific community to push beyond conventional thinking, declaring, “The status quo is not acceptable.” That call helped spark the founding of Answer ALS, a nonprofit organization dedicated to understanding ALS at unprecedented depth. Today, that collaboration continues through Neuromine, the world’s largest ALS research hub, built in collaboration with Microsoft and powered by Microsoft Azure. Neuromine brings together anonymized biological and clinical data from more than 2,500 individuals who have chosen to share their information to accelerate progress. Why this matters for nonprofits: when organizations prioritize collaboration, trust, and responsible data sharing, they unlock insights that no single institution could achieve alone. This story is a powerful reminder that technology—used thoughtfully—can help nonprofits move faster, work smarter, and drive impact at scale. Learn more on Microsoft for Nonprofits LinkedInPreparing the Nonprofit Sector for the Next Era of Impact
As thousands of nonprofit leaders gather for Microsoft’s Global Nonprofit Leaders Summit, one theme is rising to the surface: nonprofits are ready to lead the next wave of AI transformation. They’re already the organizations communities turn to during moments of change, and AI is opening new possibilities to deepen that impact. To support this momentum, Microsoft is launching Elevate for Changemakers a new initiative designed to help nonprofit professionals build the skills, confidence, and strategic capacity needed to guide responsible AI adoption. What Elevate for Changemakers Offers AI for Nonprofits Professional Certificate — a sector‑specific learning path created with LinkedIn and NetHope. Live and on‑demand AI training — practical, nonprofit‑focused sessions covering Copilot, responsible AI, change management, and more. The Changemaker Fellowship — a global cohort for nonprofit professionals already driving AI adoption inside their organizations and ready to turn early efforts into long‑term transformation. Across the sector, nonprofits are already using AI to reclaim staff time, scale programs, strengthen donor engagement, and modernize operations. These advances are being led by people inside organizations who are stepping into new roles—often without formal titles—because they see what’s possible. Microsoft’s commitment is long‑term: investing in the tools, training, and partnerships that ensure AI’s benefits reach the communities nonprofits serve. Read the full story for deeper insights and examples, please visit the Microsoft for Nonprofits LinkedInCreating A Nonprofit Support Ticket
The marvels of innovation have revolutionized the way we work and connect with the world, delivering technological advancements that make life more efficient and communication seamless. However, technology isn’t always perfect. What happens when your software throws you a curveball? Picture this: you’re managing your Microsoft Nonprofit account, but an issue arises. Perhaps you are still waiting for your Azure Sponsorship email for next steps. Where do you turn for answers and support when things don’t go as planned? Contacting Microsoft Nonprofit Support You may already be familiar with Microsoft's Nonprofit Hub when you initially signed up. If not, you can apply to Microsoft's Nonprofit Philanthropy Program. You can also contact support related to your Microsoft Nonprofit Account no matter if you are a prospective or current customer. You can follow the instructions below to create a support ticket. Instructions Navigate to Microsoft Nonprofit Hub Contact Us Scroll to the "How can we help" section of the page. Write a brief description of the issue within 80 to 100 characters in the search bar, then press the "Get help" button. Depending on your response, you will see a solution. If these do not help, continue to the "Get more help" section. Fill out your contact information and select the most relevant answer under the "I am a" and "What can we help you with" Sections. Lastly, continue filling out the description of the issue under the "How can we help" section minus the character limit. Your support ticket has been created. Please keep the Request Id for future reference. You will receive an email confirmation once your ticket is processed. Additionally, you will be contacted via phone and email when a Nonprofit Support Engineer is assigned to your ticket. Additional Resources: Getting Signed Up with Microsoft Nonprofits Program | Microsoft Community Hub Microsoft Nonprofit Hub | Contact UsChildren International: Turning time saved into lives changed
What happens when a nonprofit gives hours back to its people? Children International is using AI to reduce administrative work and reinvest that time into children, families, and communities. The impact is already clear — in Colombia, participation in educational programs rose from 33% to 95%. Read the full story and watch how this shift is helping scale mission where it matters most: Microsoft for Nonprofits LinkedInBuilding Tech for Good Means Building Health Equity for Everyone
In the nonprofit tech world, we talk a lot about access — access to tools, access to data, access to opportunity. But there’s another kind of access that often gets overlooked: access to equitable, high‑quality health care. For people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD), that access is still far from guaranteed. Not because of their disability, but because of the systems around them — systems that miss diagnoses, overlook symptoms, or simply aren’t designed with their needs in mind. The result is heartbreaking: preventable health issues, delayed care, and dramatically shorter life expectancy. This is where technology, training, and community partnerships can make a real difference. One organization showing what’s possible is Special Olympics, whose Special Olympics Healthy Athletes® program has been quietly transforming health access for decades. Through free screenings, education, and large‑scale training of health professionals, they’re proving that inclusive health isn’t a niche initiative — it’s a blueprint for equity. Check out the full post on Microsoft for Nonprofit LinkedIn to see why inclusive health and inclusive sport are reshaping what equity can look like.
REGISTER: Nonprofit & Education Partners Webinar - Mar 24 (EMEA)
Microsoft Elevate Partners in EMEA — Don’t Miss This EDU Copilot Webinar! MARCH WEBINAR | Empowering the Education Segment with AI: How Partners can Leverage Copilot Teach and Study & Learn When: March 24, 2026 Time: 4:00 PM CET 👉 Register ✔️ Why join: Get a clear view of how Copilot for EDU is evolving and what it means for education customers today. ✔️ What you’ll gain: Hands-on demos of the new Teach and Study & Learn agents now available in Copilot Chat for EDU Clear guidance on how these learning-science–based capabilities support responsible AI use while meeting strict education data privacy requirements Practical positioning tips from Microsoft Partner AspiraCloud, drawing on real-world experience with educational institutions ✔️ How it helps Stronger education customer conversations, and more confident positioning of Copilot for EDU. Webinar: Empowering the Education Segment with AI | Microsoft Community Hub
