Microsoft’s commitment to Illinois communities
Through cash grants, software, technology solutions, curriculum donations, and employee volunteer hours, Microsoft supports numerous projects and organizations to expand opportunities through technology:
Workforce Training Programs
Microsoft works with governments, private, public and community organizations to provide support for workforce development and IT skills training through the Unlimited Potential–Community Technology Skills and Elevate America programs. These programs help offer the skills, training and certifications needed for people of all ages who are preparing for job opportunities in today’s changing economy. www.microsoft.com/elevateamerica
Strengthening NGOs through IT
In an effort to strengthen and support the nonprofit community, Microsoft is involved with several programs designed to bring the power of technology to nonprofit organizations. By providing technology assistance, expertise, and resources – often in partnership with organizations like TechSoup, NPower and others – Microsoft is working to help nonprofits increase their capacity and deliver on their missions efficiently and effectively. www.microsoft.com/ngo
Employee Engagement
Through the Microsoft employee community engagement programs, Microsoft works to mobilize the skills, knowledge, and volunteer time of its employees to help achieve a shared vision of creating social and economic opportunities in communities worldwide.
Microsoft’s giving programs in Illinois
Since 2003, the company has given and matched employee gifts totaling more than $80.3 million in cash, curriculum, software and volunteer hours in the state of Illinois. Recent donations to local nonprofits through Microsoft’s giving programs, includes support to:
- Lumity
- YWCA of Metropolitan Chicago
- Chicago Urban League
- Museum of Science & Industry
- The Joffrey Ballet
- Steppenwolf Theatre Company
- Chicago Cares
Microsoft Partners
Microsoft works with more than 4,470 partner companies that build technology tools and services on the Microsoft platform, creating jobs and revenue in Illinois.
Employee Giving
In Illinois, Microsoft has matched employee gifts of more than $11.6 million in cash, software and time benefitting local nonprofits.
Local Employment
More than 710 Microsoft employees live and work in Illinois.
Local Microsoft offices:
Chicago Office
200 East Randolph Drive, Suite 200
Chicago, IL 60601
Phone: (312) 920-5600
Downers Grove Office
3025 Highland Pkwy., Suite 300
Downers Grove, IL 60515
Phone: (630) 725-4000
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