{"id":8167,"date":"2025-05-27T12:06:13","date_gmt":"2025-05-27T17:06:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lg-staging.lougcloud.com\/?p=8167"},"modified":"2025-05-27T12:06:13","modified_gmt":"2025-05-27T17:06:13","slug":"microsoft-365-business-plan-nonprofit-changes-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lg-staging.lougcloud.com\/?p=8167","title":{"rendered":"Microsoft 365 Changes for Nonprofits: What Kentucky Organizations Need to Know"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-85bp3-f856194ef33e7bc72ec0d3bf98278fce\">\n.flex_column.av-85bp3-f856194ef33e7bc72ec0d3bf98278fce{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-85bp3-f856194ef33e7bc72ec0d3bf98278fce av_one_full  avia-builder-el-0  el_before_av_section  avia-builder-el-no-sibling  first flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding  '     ><p><br \/>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-k0pon615-92ea21455f84089b14b66129c69212c2 '  ><div class='avia_textblock' ><h1>Microsoft 365 Changes for Nonprofits: What Kentucky Organizations Need to Know<\/h1>\n<\/div><\/section><br \/>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-k0pop9td-bbcbe599b29853166e54fa81e9bef78a '  ><div class='avia_textblock' ><p>If your nonprofit relies on Microsoft 365 Business Premium or Office 365 E1 grants, some important changes are on the horizon \u2014 and it\u2019s essential to plan ahead.<\/p>\n<p>At Louisville Geek, we partner with a wide range of nonprofits across Kentucky \u2014 including those in faith-based outreach, community development, youth advocacy, housing support, healthcare, and professional associations. We understand how much you depend on cost-effective, secure, and collaborative tools to carry out your mission. That\u2019s why we want to make sure you&#8217;re aware of Microsoft\u2019s upcoming changes to nonprofit licensing.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-8169\" src=\"https:\/\/lg-staging.lougcloud.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/microsoft-365-nonprofit-cloud-collaboration-illustration.jpg\" alt=\"Flat illustration of cloud collaboration and data sharing, representing Microsoft 365 tools for nonprofits\" width=\"1200\" height=\"628\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lg-staging.lougcloud.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/microsoft-365-nonprofit-cloud-collaboration-illustration.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/lg-staging.lougcloud.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/microsoft-365-nonprofit-cloud-collaboration-illustration-300x157.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lg-staging.lougcloud.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/microsoft-365-nonprofit-cloud-collaboration-illustration-1030x539.jpg 1030w, https:\/\/lg-staging.lougcloud.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/microsoft-365-nonprofit-cloud-collaboration-illustration-768x402.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lg-staging.lougcloud.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/microsoft-365-nonprofit-cloud-collaboration-illustration-705x369.jpg 705w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Microsoft 365 Business Plan Changes<\/h2>\n<p>Starting July 1, 2025, Microsoft will end its free (grant-based) offerings for:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Microsoft 365 Business Premium (up to 10 users)<\/li>\n<li>Office 365 E1 (for larger teams)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If your organization is using either of these plans, they will remain active until your next renewal date after July 1, 2025 \u2014 at which point you&#8217;ll need to choose a new licensing option.<\/p>\n<p>You can read more about this change in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theregister.com\/2025\/05\/16\/microsoft_pulls_ms365_business_premium\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Register\u2019s coverage of Microsoft\u2019s nonprofit licensing updates.<\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Microsoft 365 Business Plan Options for Nonprofits<\/h3>\n<h4>Microsoft 365 Business Basic (Free for up to 300 users)<\/h4>\n<p>Includes web and mobile versions of Office apps, email with Exchange, Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, and OneDrive. Ideal for basic collaboration, email, and file storage.<\/p>\n<h4>Microsoft 365 Business Premium (Now discounted, not free)<\/h4>\n<p>Includes desktop Office apps, advanced security, Intune device management, and more \u2014 perfect for nonprofits that handle sensitive data or manage remote devices.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>New nonprofit pricing: $66 per user per year \u2014 a significant reduction from the standard commercial rate of $264 per user per year. That\u2019s a 75% discount, specifically designed to keep powerful tools accessible for nonprofit organizations.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h2>Why This Matters for Kentucky Nonprofits<\/h2>\n<p>We get it \u2014 budgets are tight. Many Kentucky nonprofits depend on Microsoft 365 Business Premium for email, collaboration, device management, and compliance tools. Losing the grant may feel like a step backward.<\/p>\n<p>But here\u2019s the good news. Microsoft is still providing deeply discounted rates, and your organization might not need all the features in the premium plan. A careful evaluation can help you make a smart, sustainable choice.<\/p>\n<h3>Next Steps for Microsoft 365 Nonprofit Licensing<\/h3>\n<p>Navigating this transition doesn\u2019t have to be stressful. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/lg-staging.lougcloud.com\/it-services\/enterprise-it-services\/solutions-manager-vcio-services-strategic-it-support-planning\/\">Virtual CIOs (vCIOs)<\/a> work hand-in-hand with nonprofit leaders to develop a tailored game plan. Here\u2019s how we guide you through the process:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Understand Your Current Licensing: We\u2019ll help you identify what licenses you\u2019re using, which users are on what plans, and how the changes will impact your budget and tools.<\/li>\n<li>Define Your Needs: Not every user needs the full feature set of Business Premium. We\u2019ll help you assess which team members require advanced functionality and who can thrive with Business Basic.<\/li>\n<li>Build a Strategic Transition Plan: Don\u2019t wait until the last minute. Our vCIOs will craft a timeline and roadmap that keeps your team running smoothly, with no surprises.<\/li>\n<li>Implement and Support: From license audits and migrations to ongoing IT support, cybersecurity, and user training \u2014 we\u2019re with you at every step.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Your mission is too important to be disrupted by licensing changes. Let\u2019s tackle this together, with confidence and clarity.<\/p>\n<h2>How Louisville Geek Can Help Microsoft 365 Support for Kentucky Nonprofits<\/h2>\n<p>As a <a href=\"https:\/\/lg-staging.lougcloud.com\/managed-it-services-near-me\/\">Kentucky-based IT partner<\/a>, we\u2019ve helped dozens of nonprofits statewide make smart tech decisions. We can assist with:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>License audits and cost projections<\/li>\n<li>Migrations from Microsoft 365 Business Premium grants to discounted plans<\/li>\n<li>Ongoing IT support, security, and training<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Your mission is too important to be derailed by unexpected tech changes. Let us help you make this transition with confidence.<\/p>\n<h3>Ready to Build a Smart Microsoft 365 Strategy?<\/h3>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re serving communities through healthcare, education, faith-based outreach, or advocacy \u2014 we\u2019re here to support your technology needs.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/lg-staging.lougcloud.com\/contact-us\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Contact Louisville Geek to schedule a Microsoft 365 strategy session tailored to your Kentucky nonprofit.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><!-- close content main div --><\/div><\/div><div id='newsletter-cta'  class='avia-section av-bawg9j-1d20249be3123426d8dc775b6725f2fc main_color avia-section-default avia-no-border-styling  avia-builder-el-4  el_after_av_one_full  avia-builder-el-last  avia-bg-style-scroll container_wrap fullsize'  ><div class='container av-section-cont-open' ><div class='template-page content  av-content-full alpha units'><div class='post-entry post-entry-type-page post-entry-8167'><div class='entry-content-wrapper clearfix'>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-9528mv-2584c7f9889d32f5722d1d31b05fe268\">\n.flex_column.av-9528mv-2584c7f9889d32f5722d1d31b05fe268{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-9528mv-2584c7f9889d32f5722d1d31b05fe268 av_one_half  avia-builder-el-5  el_before_av_one_half  avia-builder-el-first  first flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding  '     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-2n4if-acf6e17f06020944282d5c38a8cf781e '  ><div class='avia_textblock' ><p>Get expert IT tips, industry insights, and updates on the latest managed IT solutions for your business. 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