Microsoft for Startups is evolving to better match the pace, the path, and the potential of today’s founders. With simplified access to Azure for early-stage startups and new streamlined pathways for those backed by VCs or accelerators, this refreshed approach aims to deliver faster, more flexible support where it’s needed most. This is great news for the many entrepreneurs we work with. A number of our Positive Impact Entrepreneurs are already closely connected to Microsoft for Startups or have benefited from it as they scale their solutions for a better world. We’re excited to see this new direction and to keep supporting entrepreneurs as they grow with purpose and confidence. Read the full announcement: https://lnkd.in/g_zZ3jRB
Microsoft's Entrepreneurship for Positive Impact
Software Development
Inspiring and empowering every positive impact entrepreneur on the planet to achieve more for the Common Good
About us
Microsoft Entrepreneurship for Positive Impact supports the entrepreneurs, who are using technology to solve our world's most pressing challenges.
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https://www.microsoft.com/socialentrepreneurship
External link for Microsoft's Entrepreneurship for Positive Impact
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- Software Development
- Company size
- 10,001+ employees
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- impact, social entrepreneurship, innovation, AI, social impact, and sustainability
Updates
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📢 Midweek news we're excited to share! We’re proud to be part of Microsoft Elevate, a new organization within Microsoft that brings together our technology support, donations, and sales for schools, community colleges, nonprofit organizations, and positive impact entrepreneurs. By coming together under one entity, we’ll be more connected across sectors enabling stronger collaboration and deeper impact as we support the responsible development and use of AI to serve people and the planet. We’re especially glad to welcome the incredible work alongside schools into this shared journey. 📰 Brad Smith shares more context in this article introducing Microsoft Elevate: https://lnkd.in/gnG5fCgH
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🧠 Strokes are a major global health concern, affecting more than 12 million people every year. Our alumni Methinks AI has developed an AI-driven solution that enhances the speed and accuracy of stroke assessments. For more details on this incredible solution, read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/dt6nEW5g Every day, we are inspired to hear what the brilliant Entrepreneurship for Positive Impact Community members do to change the world. 🌏
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From bold ideas to real-world solutions, the FY25 Accelerator cohort delivered great impact!💥 Over the past 6 months, our inspiring entrepreneurs built meaningful solutions, and we've had the honor to learn from their journeys, celebrate their wins, and support their growth. Thank you for letting us be part of your story and embracing our support to accelerate your mission — we can’t wait to see what’s next. AIATELLA Azura Fashion Group Correntics Digita11y Accessible Epistemix Fruggr by Digital4Better Husk Power inGrails Pvt. Ltd. Material Exchange Methinks AI PayCruiser® PayAngel Strolll SureImpact OriginTrail TrusTrace Unified Imaging Urban Connect Vera Solutions | Tech For Good
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We’re halfway through the year, summer is in full swing, and the past month has been all about purpose and innovation. From the energy of Viva Technology in Paris to inspiring conversations with changemakers, June showed just how powerful this community really is.⚡ We're also shining a light on Strolll , a game-changing startup that uses AR to support neurorehabilitation and empower patients with Parkinson's disease. And if you’re working with AI, don’t miss our deep dive on how to thrive in the age of AI agents and what the future of the web means for entrepreneurs like you. Ready to get inspired? Our June edition of the Entrepreneurship for Positive Impact newsletter is now live 👇
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We’re partnering with our Microsoft for Nonprofits team to highlight positive impact individuals around the world as part of its Changemaker Series. This month, we're spotlighting Sebastian Kavoji, ICT Specialist at IOM - UN Migration – UN Migration. Drawing from his own migration journey, Sebastian is using technology to create more inclusive, human-centered solutions, like MigCare, an AI-powered tool improving health assessments for migrants. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation about resilience, innovation, and the power of lived experience to drive meaningful change.
We're honored to welcome Sebastian Kavoji to the latest episode of our Changemaker series. As an ICT Specialist at the IOM - UN Migration, Sebastian is a true changemaker who uses technology to uplift and empower communities that are often left behind. In this powerful conversation, Sebastian shares how his personal journey through migration shaped his commitment to building more equitable futures. From growing up in Kenya to leading innovative projects like MigCare, an AI-powered tool that supports migrant health assessments, his work is guided by compassion, resilience, and a deep belief in the dignity of every individual. Watch the full video to hear how Sebastian is turning his lived experience into lasting impact and why he is so passionate about creating solutions that serve humanity. #ChangemakerSeries #MigrationMatters #DigitalForGood #IOM #TechForImpact
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17 ventures. 10+ countries. 12+ SDGs. One powerful mission to create positive impact. 🌍 As the Entrepreneurship for Positive Impact’s Booster Cohort wraps up, we’re celebrating the inspiring entrepreneurs who brought bold ideas to life, backed by data, determination, and the power of Microsoft GenAI. From healthtech to climate action, these founders are tackling some of the world’s most pressing challenges — and transforming industries while they’re at it. A big shoutout to our changemakers: Bug Bounty Switzerland, Finyellow, Big Brain, BeWo, Health Chain, ClearSpace, Eligo Recruitment, OKO, Bourse aux dons, Level IT, Octagos, Enhanced Voting, Mii Apps, obo-world, CleanPlay, CorneaCare, Exploris Health AG, and Founderz. Want to be part of this global impact community? Follow us for more updates and opportunities.
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You’ve got the vision. We’ve got the GenAI tools to fuel it. 🤝 The Entrepreneurship for Positive Impact program is helping business leaders harness the power of Microsoft’s GenAI tools to drive growth across key business areas, from product development to operations and beyond. If you’re building solutions with purpose and ambition, this is your chance to unlock new possibilities with cutting-edge AI tech and a thriving community of like-minded innovators. 💡 Join us and transform the way your startup innovates: https://lnkd.in/e25EXtF8
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The greatest threat to our future in space might already be there - drifting, defunct, and dangerously overlooked.🛰️ Enter ClearSpace. Founded by Luc Piguet and Muriel Richard-Noca, they’re building the infrastructure for a safer, more circular space economy, from debris removal to in-orbit servicing and end-of-life deorbiting. Powered by Microsoft Azure, Cognitive Services, and edge computing, the pioneering team is developing intelligent, autonomous systems to navigate complex orbital environments and secure the future of space operations. ClearSpace is proving that sustainability doesn’t stop at Earth’s surface, and we are proud to support them while they lead the way in making space sustainable for generations to come. 🌌
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Ready to take your solution and your leadership to the next level? 🎯 Work directly with a Microsoft leader, sharpen your go-to-market strategy, and get the technical support you need to scale your Azure solution – all designed to help you drive meaningful impact. Read on to find out some of the benefits of our Accelerator's 1-to-1 Leadership for Positive Impact Coaching that set founders up for success: