Pricing for nonprofits
Microsoft Copilot costs nothing for everyday chat and image creation, in a limited free version subject to capacity, with no published daily cap.
Review for nonprofits
AI chat assistant with web-grounded answers and image creation, free in a capacity-limited version.
Microsoft Copilot costs nothing for everyday chat and image creation, in a limited free version subject to capacity, with no published daily cap.
Typical nonprofit uses:
- Draft emails and internal updates
- Summarize long documents and webpages
- Create images for campaigns and social posts
- Get quick answers with links to sources
Pros:
- No cost and no card for everyday use
- Answers are grounded on the web
- Image creation is included
- Already installed on Windows and in Edge
Cons:
- No published daily allowance, so capacity can change
- Voice features need a paid license
- Advanced models and higher caps sit behind paid plans
- A separate license is required for the organization-wide product
FAQ about Microsoft Copilot for nonprofits
Is Microsoft Copilot really free?
Yes. Microsoft states that Copilot is available at no cost, and also describes it as a limited free version subject to available capacity and limits. The free version covers everyday chat grounded on the web plus image creation.
Do I need to sign in to use it?
No. Basic use does not require a sign-in. Signing in adds access to chat history, image creation, longer conversations and voice interactions.
Is there a limit on free messages?
Microsoft publishes no fixed daily allowance for the free version. The published caps, such as 30 minutes of voice a day, apply to the paid personal, family and premium plans. Voice features are not currently available without a Copilot license.
What does a nonprofit pay for the organization-wide product?
Eligible nonprofits can buy Microsoft 365 Copilot as an add-on for $25.50 per user per month paid yearly, which is a 15% discount and requires a separate qualifying Microsoft 365 license. That is a different product from the free consumer assistant described here.
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