Application Checklist

Unified preparation checklist

• Full legal name exactly as shown in the official registry.
• Charity, nonprofit, or legal registration number.
• Registration certificate or official registry link.
• Legal or mailing address.
• Official organization website.
• Organization-owned domain.
• Official organization email, if available.
• Applicant details: name, role, email, and relationship to the organization.
• Proof that the applicant is authorized or connected to the organization.
• Brief description of the organization’s mission and activities.
• Initial list of users who will need accounts or licenses.
• Internal plan for managing accounts and permissions after approval.
• Official LinkedIn Page if applying for LinkedIn products or LinkedIn Ad Grants.

Common mistakes

• Using a shortened name that does not match the legal name.
• Entering an incorrect registration number.
• Using only a social media page instead of an official website.
• Applying through someone whose connection to the organization is unclear.
• Submitting multiple applications through different accounts.
• Missing verification emails or failing to respond to Goodstack or Microsoft requests.
• Assigning grant licenses to ineligible users or outside program terms.

Before you apply

Create one internal file containing all legal data, documents, and registry links, then use the same information in Google, Microsoft, and LinkedIn applications to reduce inconsistencies.

For Microsoft, pay attention to tenant details and Global Admin permissions. For Google and LinkedIn, be prepared for Goodstack verification or additional information requests.