Microsoft Discounts and Grants for Your For-Purpose Organisation
Technology plays a critical role in helping for-purpose organisations scale their impact. Whether you're a charity, not-for-profit, social enterprise or B Corp, accessing the right digital tools affordably can make a big difference.
Microsoft’s Nonprofit Offers program provides eligible organisations in Australia with heavily discounted and grant-funded access to powerful cloud-based tools including Microsoft 365, Azure, Dynamics 365, Power BI and more.
What’s On Offer?
1. Productivity & Collaboration Tools
- Empower your staff and volunteers to work more securely, flexibly and effectively.
- Microsoft 365 Business Basic or Premium – discounted or free licenses
- Microsoft Teams for seamless remote collaboration
- Microsoft 365 Copilot – AI-powered chat assistant to streamline workflows
2. Data & Impact Measurement
- Turn data into insights and measure your organisation’s effectiveness.
- Power BI Desktop – free
- Power BI Pro – discounted ($3 USD/user/month)
3. Cloud Services
- Modernise your operations and reduce costs by migrating to the cloud.
- Azure – up to $2,000 USD credit per year for eligible orgs
- Hybrid Benefits – discounted licensing when transitioning existing infrastructure
4. Donor and Volunteer Management
- Use CRM tools to engage supporters, manage donations and enhance service delivery.
- Dynamics 365 Sales & Service – discounted licenses
- Business Central – financial and business management system
5. AI for Impact
- Take advantage of emerging technology to automate and enhance your work.
- Copilot for Microsoft 365 & Dynamics – AI agents for productivity and fundraising
- Microsoft Security Copilot – AI for cybersecurity tasks
Who is eligible?
- A deductible gift recipient (DGR) status as defined by the ATO or listed by name in the tax law
- A charity registered with the Australian Charities and Nonprofits Commission (ACNC)
- An income tax exempt not-for-profit organisation as defined by the ATO
How to Access Microsoft Nonprofit Offers
1. Register:
Visit aka.ms/NonprofitGetStarted and complete the form.
2. Verify Eligibility:
In Australia, verification is done in partnership with TechSoup Australia. You’ll need to provide documentation proving your nonprofit or charity status.
3. Get Approved:
Most organisations hear back within 10 business days.
4. Start Using Tools:
Once approved, you'll receive access to the Microsoft Nonprofit Hub to activate and manage your offers.
