As we build and operate datacenters in Poland, we strive to ensure our activities bring benefits to the local communities where we work. Our commitment focuses on three key areas of Building Digital Skills, Enabling Sustainability, and Empowering Communities. The following program list contains a sample of the kinds of investments Microsoft makes on an annual basis.

Building digital skills

We believe everyone should have access to the skills, technology, and opportunities they need to succeed in a changing economy.

The Information Society Development Foundation (FRSI) helps residents of smaller towns embrace new technologies. The foundation believes that, when used effectively, technology can foster social dialogue, promote equal opportunities, and support sustainable development in local communities.

• The My Digital Life program aims to provide access to new technologies and digital education in smaller towns across Poland. It focuses on promoting digital inclusion and equal opportunities by developing digital skills and strengthening competencies valued in the job market. Residents also benefit from digital equipment donated by Microsoft to local institutions and educational organizations. Building on five years of successful collaboration with local communities, FRSI designs educational programs tailored to their specific needs. Examples include:
  • Workshops and webinars on using AI.
  • Free resources and job placement support.
  • Assistance for community organizations and institutions in delivering digital education for all age groups—from youth to seniors (specialized training in coding, cybersecurity, social media management, and website design).

• The My Digital Life program also became a lifeline for refugees from Ukraine and Belarus seeking to start a new life in Poland. Through its network of employer partners, FRSI created real job opportunities for Ukrainian professionals, providing stability for families and supporting their integration into local communities.

The Sarigato Foundation supports the technological development of children and youth at risk of digital exclusion. Through its Hakersi project, the foundation gives young people a better start in adulthood by developing technological knowledge and skills that increase independence and open doors to new opportunities—especially for those leaving foster care or growing up in challenging environments.

• With Microsoft’s support, the Hakersi project delivers weekly STEAM-based classes in care facilities and community centers in Pruszków County and Warsaw. These activities build practical skills through play while boosting self-esteem and a sense of agency and competence.

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Enabling sustainability

Climate change demands urgent, collective action and technological innovation. We are fully committed to achieving our own climate goals while helping communities reach theirs.

One More Tree Foundation works to protect the environment and increase environmental awareness through practical initiatives carried out in cooperation with local communities, institutions, and companies. Its activities include planting trees, creating flower meadows, cleaning green areas, and delivering educational workshops for children, youth, and adults. The Foundation supports projects that help people better understand the importance of nature in everyday life and encourage responsibility for the local environment. 

• Through support from Microsoft, the Foundation is implementing the Connected by Nature project in the Raszyn municipality. The initiative supports local biodiversity through tree planting, the creation of flower meadows for pollinators, and environmental workshops for people of all ages. As part of the project’s first activity, a community garden was created at the Świetlik community center to support local educational, community-building, and nature-focused activities. 

The Information Society Development Foundation (FRSI) supports communities in using new technologies. The foundation believes that, when used effectively, technology can foster dialogue, improve accessibility, and promote equal opportunities and sustainable development in local communities.

• Environmental grants under My Digital Life enabled comprehensive initiatives led by FRSI in partnership with schools, libraries, and NGOs. These focused on environmental education—particularly air pollution—and on implementing the Cloud on Mars solution powered by Microsoft Azure AI, which provides residents with air quality data via monitors and an app. The project also included an awareness campaign on using EU funds to replace old heating systems. The Źródła Ecological Action Center, working with local institutions, organized training and events on sustainability and provided remotely controlled irrigation equipment for sports fields.

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Empowering communities

Microsoft is committed to building strong communities and empowering the organizations that support them. Whether facing sudden crises or long-standing challenges, we use data, technology, and targeted investments to help communities grow with the future in mind.

ChangeX International fosters engaged communities worldwide by providing access to proven innovations and funding, making the process of driving change more inclusive. With Microsoft’s support, the organization has enabled more than 500 grassroots initiatives in local communities across Europe and the United States since 2015.

• The Microsoft Community Fund for Warsaw Capital Region (2025 edition), managed by ChangeX, enabled nonprofit organizations operating across Pruszków County to access funding, resources, and support to implement proven solutions or develop new projects that strengthen local communities. Priority areas included sustainability, STEM education, social inclusion, and digital skills development. The Fund aimed to support more sustainable, livable, and inclusive communities. Examples of supported projects include: 
  • Intergenerational Timeline in Libraries, a series of meetings and integration workshops delivered by libraries across Pruszków County. 
  • Eco Picnic for the Reserve, a recurring educational initiative led by the Community Committee for the Protection of Falenty (SKOF), helping residents learn about the value of the Stawy Raszyńskie Nature Reserve and encouraging local engagement in its protection. 
  • Seals for Start, a program supporting swimming lessons for children at the municipal sports center. 
  • Integration Garden and Repair Café in Falenty, a project implemented by the Projekt Raszyn Association to create community spaces and promote sustainable living and waste reduction. 
  • FIRST LEGO League, STEM-based activities that develop teamwork and creative problem-solving through learning with LEGO bricks. 
  • Understand. Accept. Support. Disability without barriers, an initiative of the JASPIS Association supporting social inclusion, education, integration, and the professional activation of people with disabilities. 
  • Strength in Me, a project of the Rainbow Trail Association supporting children and adults with disabilities through physiotherapy and psychological assistance. 
  • Natural Cuisine and Eco-Friendly Home, an initiative of the Paryżewianki Rural Housewives’ Circle promoting healthy and environmentally friendly lifestyles. 
  • Tasty Garden, a project that helps children from the Jedynka kindergarten at the Local Education Center learn how to plant and grow vegetables and other plants. 
• The Microsoft Community Fund for Warsaw Capital Region (2026 edition) enables individuals, nonprofits, and public institutions, including schools, kindergartens, and libraries, operating in the Raszyn municipality and Pruszków County to develop projects that address local community needs. 

TechSoup makes technology accessible to social organizations—software, hardware, solutions, and knowledge—so they can focus on their mission, work more efficiently, and make the world a better place.

• The Digital Transformation Journey program, run by the TechSoup Foundation, supports NGOs in their digital transformation through practical advice, tools, and training. In the 2025 edition, 15 organizations from across Europe were selected, including three from Poland. Participants receive:
  • A comprehensive digital maturity and needs assessment.
  • A personalized digital transformation plan.
  • Opportunities to implement digital projects (for example, cloud tools, security, automation, data analytics).
  • Expert support and team training.
  • Workshops on AI and change management.