We’re thrilled to announce that Boyer & Associates is a 2023 Microsoft US Partner of the Year! We won the award for Social Impact, Inclusion Changemaker.“We would like to extend our congratulations to the winners and finalists of the 2023 Microsoft Partner of the Year Awards,” said Nina Harding, Corporate Vice President of Microsoft US Global Partner Solutions. “(They) have demonstrated the best of what’s possible with the Microsoft Cloud by providing innovative new solutions and services that positively impact customers and enable digital transformation.”Microsoft announced the 2023 award winners on June 28 in the US Partner Community Blog. There were nearly 800 submissions for this particular award.“We are humbled to be noticed … [Read more...] about Boyer named 2023 Microsoft US Partner of the Year
How to automate your nonprofit’s application process with nonprofit software
As Microsoft continues to expand on its Cloud for Nonprofit software solution, Boyer and Associates has been working with nonprofits to automate and simplify common nonprofit processes using the Power Platform. Our latest use case is automating application processes using Power Apps Portals and Dataverse to create a nonprofit client portal.Starting with an ungated portal, a constituent fills out an application for the nonprofit organization and submits it. Upon submission, a Flow emails the constituent with instructions on setting up a profile and credentials for a gated portal. From this point forward, the constituent can work through the portal as part of the application process. This provides a user-friendly experience for communication, … [Read more...] about How to automate your nonprofit’s application process with nonprofit software
Customer Success Spotlight — Midwest Dairy
About Midwest DairyMidwest Dairy proudly represents approximately 5,800 dairy farm families to 39 million consumers across the Midwest. They work on their behalf to build dairy demand by inspiring consumer confidence in their products and production practices.The ProblemMidwest Dairy didn’t have an efficient way to give leaders, supervisors, and staff the information necessary to manage relationships, guide strategic direction and measure against the strategic goals.The SolutionBoyer & Associates implemented a tailored version of Microsoft's Dynamics 365 Nonprofit Accelerator and Power BI to meet Midwest Dairy’s needs.The BenefitsComprehensive Performance AnalyticsStreamlined Project, Event and Customer TrackingDynamic Goal … [Read more...] about Customer Success Spotlight — Midwest Dairy
How Microsoft’s Power Apps Portals can help your nonprofit onboard constituents
A common use case for many nonprofit organizations that we've been seeing lately at Boyer & Associates is the need to onboard or intake clients or constituents with an online process. The typical scenario looks like this:An individual or organization is looking to receive services or funding from the nonprofit, so they need to fill out an application.The nonprofit then reviews the application and perhaps needs to request additional information, such as financial documents, medical records, or other supporting information.There is some internal process for the overall application, including (usually) some back-and-forth communication with the applicant.Once the application is approved, the applicant is informed of their new status and … [Read more...] about How Microsoft’s Power Apps Portals can help your nonprofit onboard constituents
65 local nonprofits worthy of your giving this season
Make every dollar count with your donation “Peace on earth, goodwill to men …”There’s something about this season that brings out the goodwill and generosity in people. If you’re still looking for a place to give for Giving Tuesday or throughout the season, we know dozens of worthy candidates.Boyer & Associates supports accounting software for more than 65 nonprofits in the Twin Cities, and we can testify to their excellent services and commitment to managing their funds wisely. Thanks to their use of Microsoft’s premier accounting products, these organizations know how to make every dollar count.Check out this list of 65 top-notch nonprofit organizations that could further their mission with your generous donation: A Better … [Read more...] about 65 local nonprofits worthy of your giving this season
Boyer & Associates will exhibit at nonprofit conference
MCN's "Evolve" conference is Oct. 12-13 Boyer & Associates will be exhibiting at the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits 2017 Annual Conference next week. The event will take place Oct. 12-13 at the Saint Paul RiverCentre.This year’s two-day conference is titled “Evolve” and is expected to draw more than 1,000 attendees from across the state. The 2017 event features two keynote presentation, two awards ceremonies and more than 40 breakout sessions. Attending the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits' "Evolve" conference? We'd love to see you! Stop by Booth 18 in the Exhibit Hall to say Hi to Jack Boyer and Marcus Haug. Thursday’s keynote presentation features Jeff Moore of Independent Sector, Kenza Hadj-Moussa of TakeAction Minnesota and Jon … [Read more...] about Boyer & Associates will exhibit at nonprofit conference
Choosing Nonprofit Accounting Software
How to Choose the Right Nonprofit Accounting Software in Five Steps Boyer and Associates knows that implementing a new software system requires the valuable time, money and resources that nonprofits never seem to have in excess. Fortunately, picking the right software solution can increase your nonprofit’s efficiency, save money and help build accountability to donors and grantors.Working with hundreds of nonprofits over the past 23 years has helped us understand common challenges companies face when researching products. It’s a tough market to navigate, but we’re here to help. Here are five tips or steps on how to find the best financial management software for your not-for-profit company: 1. Define your requirements Do some research … [Read more...] about Choosing Nonprofit Accounting Software
Hammer: Life to the Fullest
It was the early 1920s, a time when women were just beginning to exercise their newly found right to vote and people with disabilities were commonly sent away to live at institutions. Alvina Hammer was a nurse at Faribault State School Hospital, but she dreamed of a better life for the children under her care.“She believed that people with developmental disabilities did not have to live in institutions. She believed that they should just live an everyday life,” said Barbara Brandt, Hammer’s director of communications. “Women didn’t own businesses. Back then it was very groundbreaking of her to even think of this.”Alvina turned her dream into a reality in 1923 when she opened Hammer School, a place in Minneapolis where children with … [Read more...] about Hammer: Life to the Fullest
Boyer Supports Lifeworks’ Annual Celebration
Boyer & Associates is proud to support the Lifeworks Annual Celebration this Thursday, April 27. The annual event honors people with disabilities and those who support them.More than 1,000 guests, including five team members from Boyer & Associates, are expected to attend this year’s event at The Depot in Minneapolis. The event includes dinner, a silent auction and a live auction, but for Jack Boyer, president of Boyer & Associates, the highlight of the evening is always the Lifeworks Annual Awards."I think the award winners are always very inspirational stories," he said. "It makes me glad that we're partnering with Lifeworks and all the good things that they're doing."This year marks the seventh year that Boyer & … [Read more...] about Boyer Supports Lifeworks’ Annual Celebration
Nonprofit of the Month – Gillette Children’s Specialty Healthcare
Local children’s hospital celebrates 120 years in AprilWhen Gillette Children’s Specialty Healthcare opened in 1897, its mission was to care for children in Minnesota with disabilities. This month, the healthcare organization celebrates 120 years of helping children with medical issues live a full life.In keeping with its mission to serve those with special needs, the organization focuses specifically on complex medical conditions that affect a child’s neurological, skeletal and muscular systems.“We’re a children’s hospital but really specialized,” said Nick Hanson, media relations specialist.Gillette helps more than 25,000 patients every year. Their patients typically suffer with disabilities related to cerebral palsy, epilepsy, … [Read more...] about Nonprofit of the Month – Gillette Children’s Specialty Healthcare
