Many providers support non-profit organisations with exclusive discounts or even free products. If you're involved, you should be aware of these benefits - they take the pressure off your budget and create more room for the essentials: your commitment.
Discounts on software & digital tools: More in it for the team
Whether project management, team communication or design - many well-known software providers offer non-profit organisations discounted or free licences. A few examples:
✅ Asana - Project management
The popular project management tool offers an NGO discount on Premium and Business plans . Ask support directly for a discount for non-profit organisations or apply via TechSoup's non-profit programme.
💬 Slack - team communication
Non-profit initiatives receive free or heavily discounted Slack tariffs to improve team collaboration.
🎨 Canva - design tool
The design platform provides Canva Pro free of charge for registered non-profit organisations.
🗂️ Google for Nonprofits - Access to Google Workspace
This programme gives non-profit organisations access to free Google Workspace accounts , YouTube Nonprofit features and Google Ad Grants.
🧩 Microsoft - Microsoft 365 & Hardware
Microsoft also offers free licences for Microsoft 365 and heavily discounted hardware via its non-profit platform .
Tip: If you have a tool in mind, actively ask the provider for a "non-profit discount" - many discounts are not advertised publicly.
Stifter-helfen: Technology & software at a special price
A central point of contact is the Stifter-helfen portal of Haus des Stiftens gGmbH . Here you will find a wide range of product donations, special conditions and services for non-profit organisations - including from Adobe, Zoom, Bitdefender, Amazon Web Services and Microsoft.
Access is simple: after registering free of charge and providing proof of non-profit status, you can access the offers directly.
Buy cheaper with ekoneo: from printer paper to advertising banners
Anyone who regularly orders office supplies, hardware or advertising materials should take a look at ekoneo . The platform bundles exclusive discounts for non-profit organisations , including:
- Office supplies and technology
- Advertising material and printed matter
- Insurance and mobile phone contracts
- Event technology and catering
ekoneo works with well-known partners - from OTTO Office to notebooksbilliger.de and Flyeralarm. Registration is free, proof of non-profit status is required.
Conclusion: It's worth asking - discounts are more than just a bonus
Smaller organisations in particular benefit from these services. They reduce running costs and create new opportunities for professional communication and efficient organisation. Use portals such as Stifter-helfen or ekoneo, ask tools such as Asana or Slack specifically for NGO rates - and share your experiences with other committed people.
Do you know of any other discount offers for volunteers? Then write to us - we will be happy to include them.
