To stay ahead in the Microsoft ecosystem, be sure to register for our monthly Microsoft partner update webinar. Below are the key highlights from our July 2025 session.
Program Updates
Microsoft 365 Business Premium and Office 365 E1 Grant Changes
One of the most significant updates this month is the official retirement of several free Microsoft 365 nonprofit SKUs. As of July 1, nonprofit organizations can no longer acquire the following licenses through CSP or web-direct channels:
- Microsoft Office 365 E1 (Nonprofit staff pricing)
- Microsoft 365 Business Premium Donation (Nonprofit staff pricing)
- Microsoft 365 Business Premium Donation (Nonprofit pricing, under the New Commerce Experience)
While free SKUs are being phased out, the Microsoft 365 Business Basic Grant—offering up to 300 free seats—remains available. Discounted pricing for other nonprofit SKUs is also unaffected, which means there are still affordable options for organizations that need to transition.
Promotions and Offers
Microsoft is offering a suite of limited-time promotions to help partners drive adoption across key workloads:
- Microsoft 365 E3 and E5: 15% off annual term or one-year term; max 2,400 seats; first-time purchase only
- Office 365 E1 (ASEAN): 60% off annual term; minimum 100 seats, maximum 2,400 seats; new-to-Microsoft customers
- Office 365 E1 Plus: 30% off annual term; minimum 100 seats, maximum 2,400 seats; first-time purchase only
- Copilot for Microsoft 365: 15% off annual term; minimum 10 seats, maximum 300 seats; must meet pre-req SKUs
- E5 Compliance: 50% off; new and existing customers with pre-req SKUs
- Dynamics 365 Business Central: 10% off annual term; 300 seats maximum; for Microsoft 365 Business Standard/Premium users
Pax8 Microsoft 365 Copilot Rewards Program
AI continues to be a major focus for Microsoft, and we’re offering rewards that make it easier—and more profitable—for partners to bring Copilot to their clients.
Pax8 is offering partners one month free for every qualifying Copilot for Microsoft 365 license they purchase (value of $30). Partners must opt-in through a registration form, and seats must be purchased on a net new subscription for a 12-month term. The rebate is valid only for the initial quantity ordered (quantity increases are not eligible).
Pax8 is also providing a suite of enablement resources to help you go to market with Copilot, including editable PowerPoint templates, a campaign-in-a-box launching in October and end-user training hosted by Microsoft. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to scale your Copilot practice, these tools can help you accelerate adoption and drive revenue.
Microsoft Program Updates
Looking ahead to October 1, 2025, Microsoft is implementing new requirements for indirect resellers that will impact your eligibility for incentives and your ability to transact in the CSP program.
To remain in good standing, partners must complete business vetting, maintain at least $1,000 in trailing 12-month (TTM) billed revenue at the reseller tenant level and meet the mandatory Partner Center security score requirements. You’ll also need to accept the updated Indirect Reseller Microsoft Partner Agreement.
Incentive eligibility is also getting more rigorous. Partners must either hold a Solutions Partner designation or earn at least 25 capability points in each solution area. Additionally, you’ll need to generate $25,000 in TTM revenue per solution area to qualify for related incentives.
To ensure your CSP enrollment is in good standing, your global admin should regularly check partner center notifications via the action center. If you have any questions, please contact Microsoft Support directly. Pax8 will not be able to support due to compliance reasons set by Microsoft.
Tech for Social Impact Updates
To reward partners for incremental nonprofit Azure growth and customer acquisition, the Pax8 Nonprofit Azure Accelerate Reward Program allows partners to earn up to $10,000 in rewards. This program runs through September 30, 2025, and also offers access to experts from Pax8 and Microsoft TSI to plan and close deals.
Here’s how it works: If you bring in a new nonprofit customer or have an existing customer with zero Azure consumption for three consecutive months who begins contributing at least $500 in monthly Azure Consumed Revenue (ACR) for two consecutive months, you’ll earn a $500 bonus. On top of that, you can earn up to $5,000 in rewards based on your total incremental ACR growth during the program period.
To join the program, fill out the registration form. See all program terms here.
Nerdio and Modern Work: A Powerful Combination
If you’re looking to optimize your Microsoft 365 practice, Pax8 has an exclusive offer that’s worth exploring. Partners who upgrade at least 10 licenses per tenant from Microsoft 365 Business Standard to Business Premium can receive six months of Nerdio for Modern Work—completely free. (Normal pricing is $50 per tenant, per month.)
Nerdio is built specifically to help MSPs manage the full Microsoft cloud stack, including Entra ID, Intune, Defender, Microsoft 365 and more. It brings automation, standardization and enhanced security to your operations, helping you reduce labor costs and deliver a better experience for your clients.
This offer has now been extended through the end of 2025, so if you haven’t looked into it yet, take advantage today. Book time with your Pax8 Productivity Solution Consultant to learn more and get started.
Enablement Updates
Partner Enablement Sessions
- July 21: Microsoft 365 Copilot Agents
- July 23: Introduction to Microsoft Security
- July 28: Using Copilot to Enhance Sales Productivity
- July 30: Using Copilot in Nonprofits
Upcoming Hands-On Labs
- July 10: Mitigating Threats with Microsoft Purview
- July 17: Microsoft Fabric – Lakehouse
- July 22: Identity Governance with Microsoft Entra
- July 24: Azure Migrate and Modernize
- July 31: Azure Migrate and Secure
Global Events
- July 10: Sales Masterclass – Farnborough, UK
- July 17: Mission Briefing – Brisbane
- July 22: Mission Briefing – Singapore
- July 24: Mission Briefing – Jakarta
- July 29: Mission Briefing – Kuala Lumpur
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