Pricing to have one user with Microsoft Access
We are a small non-profit that has just been approved for the Microsoft Non-Profit program. We need one computer to have Microsoft Access for our library database. We are having trouble interpreting the pricing. Can we pay for only ONE user to have Access or do we have to pay the fee for every user even though they won't be using it? If we are charged for every user, we are going to need to reconsider this program as it will be much more expensive than the Microsoft business account we currently use. Is there someone in this forum who can help?
2 versions of Volunteer Management...
I discovered the hard way that there are two versions of Volunteer Management out there. They look very similar, but the way they denote Volunteers in Contacts is different: in one, the picklist column (field) Primary Constituent Type [msnfp_PrimaryConstituentType] is set to 'Volunteer'; in the other, the Y/N column Volunteer [msnfp_volunteer] is set to 'Y'. Both columns exist in the nfp version of Contacts. Forms and Views set up for one approach obviously won't work for the other. The version of Volunteer Management that is currently (11/24) installed by Cloud Solution Manager uses the 'Y/N' method. The other is (I suspect) what got installed earlier in '24 when I first installed NonProfit Accelerator and asked to include the sample apps. Both showed up in my list of apps, including in mobile. My initial reaction: D'oh! Doesn't a Unified Constituent approach suggest that the method should be the same across all apps, and not a one-off in this app? I can see advantages to both...but... My rec: if you combine the latest VolMgmt with any other Dynamics/Dataverse-based app, either write a flow that also sets the Constituent type, or pay close attention to your filters when you view or report around your Contacts. Sigh. ps: if I'm right about the sample app, has it been updated more recently for consistency? thxHow not-for-profits can use Microsoft 365 to support their volunteer management
In the lead up to Australia's National Volunteer Week (20-26 May), Motive Consulting are sharing tips on how not-for-profits can use Microsoft 365 applications to support their volunteer management. From the Shifts app in Microsoft Teams to SharePoint, Power Apps and Power BI, there are many apps that can help make your volunteer programs more effective. You can read the full post here: https://www.motiveconsulting.com.au/post/how-not-for-profits-can-use-microsoft-365-to-support-their-volunteer-management What other tips can you share?
Volunteer Engagement and Management
Hello everyone! I've been attempting to use the Volunteer Management and Engagement solution for Non-Profits. So far I've been able to deploy them both and do some inputting of information. However, they don't seem to be matching up. I've inputted opportunities but they either don't show up on the engagement portal or there is an error message. I've also had a hard time getting them to merge on either of my environments. Can someone tell me what I'm doing wrong? ThanksVolunteer Management - Microsoft Cloud for Nonprofit
"Are you struggling to effectively manage and engage your volunteers? Look no further! Introducing Volunteer Management, the powerful tool that will revolutionize the way your nonprofit approaches volunteer coordination." Volunteer Management is a powerful tool that helps nonprofits manage and engage volunteers in a more efficient and effective way. The application is designed to streamline coordination, so volunteer managers can easily match the right volunteers with the right opportunities. One of the key features of Volunteer Management is the ability to publish engagement opportunities. Volunteer managers can design the opportunity, define the qualifications, skills, and shifts needed and make it visible to potential volunteers. This allows volunteers to easily find and apply for opportunities that align with their skills and availability. Another important feature is the ability to approve volunteers. Volunteer managers can review volunteer profiles and qualifications, and then approve individuals to participate in engagement opportunities. This ensures that only qualified and suitable volunteers are selected for specific opportunities. The application also helps to manage volunteer onboarding by tracking what stage of the process a volunteer is in. This allows volunteer managers to quickly and easily understand the progress of a volunteer and provide support if needed. Volunteer Management also allows volunteer managers to track attendance and balance shift volumes when an activity is happening. This means they can easily manage day-of activities and ensure that there are enough volunteers to cover all the shifts. The application also enables easy communication with volunteers through automated messaging. Volunteer managers can define automated messages to ensure volunteers receive timely logistics, training, and gratitude for their time. In addition to these features, Volunteer Management also provides volunteer insights, allowing volunteer managers to understand who is registering for, failing to show up to, and repeatedly contributing time to their organization. This helps volunteer managers to identify patterns and improve volunteer engagement. Overall, Volunteer Management is a comprehensive tool that helps nonprofits to effectively manage and engage volunteers, making it easier to scale missions and deliver vital programs and services. With its wide range of features, it is a valuable tool for any nonprofit looking to improve their volunteer management process. Check out the Volunteer Management and Volunteer Engagement (another Nonprofit offering) Guided Tour here!Ignite session: Empowering impact with Cloud for Nonprofit and AI
Discover two new solutions to accelerate your organization’s impact: Community Training empowers nonprofits to craft personalized learning pathways and digitally deliver vital skills and knowledge. Magic Bus will share how they’ve deployed this technology throughout India. AI powered Likelihood to Donate seamlessly integrates into Fundraising and Engagement, allowing nonprofits to effortlessly identify donors, score their propensity to give, and create impactful giving campaigns. Check it out here: Empowering impact with Cloud for Nonprofit and AI
