Grants/AidTechnology
TechSoup for Churches: Affordable Technology for Ministry
TechSoup is a nonprofit organization that connects churches and other nonprofits with donated and discounted software, hardware, and services from major technology providers like Microsoft, Adobe, Cisco, Intuit, and more. Through TechSoup, faith-based organizations can access essential digital tools at a fraction of the retail cost, empowering them to better manage their ministries, communications, and outreach.
For questions or assistance with setup, please contact Canon Doug Horner at:
dhorner@diopa.org
215.621.8318
Why Churches Should Use TechSoup
Cost Savings
TechSoup offers significant discounts on technology products—often up to 90% off retail prices. This makes powerful software and tools accessible even to small or budget-constrained congregations.
Trusted Partners
TechSoup partners with industry-leading companies, ensuring churches have access to high-quality, up-to-date technology.
Support for Mission and Outreach
Technology enables better communication, community engagement, administration, and service delivery. TechSoup helps churches stretch their budgets while enhancing their impact.
Eligibility for Faith-Based Organizations
Most churches qualify as eligible nonprofits. The application process is simple and requires proof of 501(c)(3) status or equivalent documentation.
Recommended Software Suites Available Through TechSoup
Microsoft 365 for Nonprofits
- Email hosting and custom domain support (e.g., yourname@yourchurch.org)
- Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and OneDrive cloud storage
- Useful for church administration, communication, and collaboration
QuickBooks Online for Nonprofits
- Track tithes, offerings, and expenses
- Manage payroll and financial reporting
- Stay compliant with IRS regulations and streamline bookkeeping
Zoom for Nonprofits
- Host virtual Bible studies, council meetings, or worship services
- Includes premium features at discounted rates
Adobe Creative Cloud
- Tools like Photoshop, InDesign, and Premiere Pro for creating bulletins, videos, and outreach materials
Bitdefender GravityZone Security
- Protect church computers and data from viruses, ransomware, and cyber threats
Google Workspace for Nonprofits (free)
- Includes Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Drive, and Calendar
- Excellent for staff coordination and cloud-based file sharing
How to Get Started
- Visit TechSoup.org.
- Register your church as an eligible nonprofit organization.
- Browse available products and request the tools your church needs.
- Follow the instructions to complete verification and access your discounts.
Explore how your church can start saving and serving more effectively today.
Sample Use Cases
A small parish saves thousands on Microsoft 365 licenses to provide every staff member with professional email and collaboration tools.
A communications director uses Adobe Creative Cloud to design digital bulletins and video content for social media.
A treasurer uses QuickBooks to manage donations and file year-end reports with ease.