Year-round initiative provides Microsoft 365 assessments to help nonprofits identify security, compliance, and productivity gaps
Detroit, MI – April 1st, 2026 — Apex Digital Solutions, a leading Microsoft Solutions Partner specializing in Modern Work and Security, today announced the expansion of its Nonprofit Technology Empowerment Grant Program into a national, year-round initiative. The updated program will provide eligible nonprofit organizations across the United States with expert-led Microsoft 365 Assessments, helping them better understand their current technology environment and identify opportunities to strengthen security, collaboration, and productivity.
Nonprofits increasingly rely on technology to deliver essential services, yet many face growing cybersecurity threats, limited IT resources, and rapidly changing operational demands. Apex Digital recognizes that organizations reach technology readiness at different points throughout the year. By moving to a rolling structure, the program allows nonprofits to apply when it aligns best with their internal priorities while enabling more focused evaluation and deeper engagement with each selected organization.
Through this expanded program, Apex Digital will invest up to $100,000 annually, awarding up to 10 nonprofit organizations with a fully funded Microsoft 365 Assessment valued at $10,000 each.
The assessment evaluates areas such as security configuration, identity and access management, collaboration tools, compliance controls, and device management. Participating nonprofits will receive a detailed findings report and a tailored roadmap outlining actionable next steps to strengthen their environment and maximize their Microsoft 365 investment.
“Since launching our first Technology Empowerment Grant, it’s become clear just how powerful it is for nonprofit leaders to pause, reflect, and gain clarity on their technology landscape,” said Jason Lambiris, CEO of Apex Digital Solutions. “The response highlighted a clear opportunity to expand the program and increase our investment to support more organizations. When leaders have a deeper understanding of their technology, they can make confident decisions that strengthen their operations and ultimately help them better serve their communities.”
The national expansion builds on the success of Apex Digital’s inaugural 2025 Technology Empowerment Grant, which supported Michigan-based nonprofits through targeted technology assessments and strategic guidance. Past recipients reported improved visibility into security risks, clearer prioritization of technology initiatives, and stronger alignment between IT strategy and organizational goals.
“Working with Apex Digital on the Microsoft 365 assessment was extremely useful and educational,” said Brad Michaud, CFO at Oakland Livingston Human Service Agency (OLHSA), a 2025 Apex Digital Technology Empowerment Grant awardee that received a $10,000 Microsoft 365 assessment. “The findings were clear and concise, and the way the team laid out priorities made it easy to understand what to focus on and where to allocate resources. In today’s world, I think this kind of assessment is critical for nonprofits, because without that clarity and oversight, organizations can get themselves into serious trouble down the road.”
Eligibility and Application
To begin the grant process, applicants should complete the Eligibility Screening at apexdigital.com/grant. Organizations that meet the initial criteria will receive an invitation to submit a full application, followed by an interview call with Apex Digital. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, and organizations are encouraged to apply early, as annual capacity is limited.
About Apex Digital Solutions
Apex Digital Solutions is a leading Microsoft Solutions Partner dedicated to empowering organizations through modern workplace technologies. With deep expertise in Microsoft 365, including Teams, Copilot, Teams Rooms, and security, Apex Digital drives impactful digital transformation strategies. The company advises, deploys, and manages comprehensive IT solutions that help organizations across a wide range of industries optimize collaboration, strengthen security, and scale effectively.
Learn more at apexdigital.com.
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