SPARKROCK TECHNOLOGY

Microsoft-Backed. Mission-Built.

Sparkrock Finance and Sparkrock Impact HRP are built on the robust foundation of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central.

They combine Microsoft’s enterprise cloud with deep sector expertise, giving K–12 schools and nonprofits the tools to manage funding, people, and operations—so they can spend less time on admin and more time on impact.

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World-Class Tech for World-Changing
Work—Powered by Microsoft

Sparkrock, powered by Microsoft Business Central, brings together the strength of Microsoft’s cloud platform with features built specifically for nonprofits, human services, and K–12 schools. You get trusted technology with tools designed for the real work you do; like managing funding, staying audit-ready, and making reporting faster and easier. 

We’ve built this ERP from the ground up with people who’ve lived your challenges.

Our team includes former nonprofit leaders, school administrators, and public sector finance professionals. Many of them bring 20–30 years of hands-on experience. 

From payroll and HR to budgeting, scheduling, and student information, Sparkrock gives your team the tools to work with confidence so you can focus on your mission, not your software. 

Built on Microsoft

Sparkrock is a purpose-built ERP solution for nonprofits and K–12 organizations, built on Microsoft Business Central. 

You get the reliability and scale of Microsoft’s cloud platform, combined with software, features, and support designed and delivered by Sparkrock. Our team drives the product and the customer experience, and many of us have worked in the nonprofit and K–12 sectors ourselves. Microsoft powers the infrastructure. Sparkrock powers your mission. 

Microsoft provides: 

  • Scalability and flexibility to grow with you 
  • Trusted security and compliance 
  • Integrations with Outlook, Teams, Excel, and more 
  • A modern, always-up-to-date Business Central solution 
  • AI-powered tools through Microsoft Copilot 

Sparkrock adds: 

  • Features tailored to nonprofit and education needs 
  • Deep knowledge of sector regulations and reporting 
  • A support team who knows your reality firsthand 
  • Tools that give you a competitive edge 
  • Insights from leading nonprofit and K–12 organizations 

Sparkrock Finance and Sparkrock Impact HRP are built on the robust foundation of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central. Our users enjoy the same security, longevity, and innovation that Microsoft customers expect from their products—plus the exclusive, nonprofit-specific features built in to the system by Sparkrock.

This chart shows ERP features that are Sparkrock-Enhanced (less than 50% built by Sparkrock), Sparkrock-Led (more than 50% built by Sparkrock) and Sparkrock-Exclusive (100% built by Sparkrock). Sparkrock-Enhanced features are Accounts Receivable, Inventory Management, and Cash Management. Sparkrock-Led features are Accounts Payable, Fixed Assets, General Ledger, Budget Management, Purchasing, Employee Management, and Power BI and Analytics. Sparkrock-Exclusive features are Project and Grant Accounting, Commitments and Encumbrances, Fund Accounting, Expense Claims, Requisition Management, Financial Analysis, Position Management, Employee and Manager Self-Service, Seniority Management, Benefit Management, Training and Qualification Management, Compensation Management, Collective Agreement Management, Absence and Leave Management, Time Entry, Time Clock, Shift Trading, Employee Scheduling, and Payroll Administration.

Why Microsoft

Built for the cloud.

Stay current with a solution that updates regularly and scales with your organization.

Works with tools you
already use.

Connects with Microsoft 365—like Outlook, Excel, and Teams—so your team works in one ecosystem.

Smart features through AI.

Microsoft Copilot helps automate tasks, summarize data, and improve decision-making.

Security you can count on.

Keep your data safe with Microsoft’s leading security infrastructure.

Purpose-Built ERP: Trusted by Real Nonprofits, Powered by Microsoft

Nonprofits are turning to Microsoft in growing numbers—and with good reason. 

  • Over 375,000 nonprofits use Microsoft Cloud solutions 
  • In 2024, Microsoft awarded $4.7 billion in grants and discounts 
  • 51,000 new nonprofits joined the Microsoft ecosystem in the past 12 months 

With Sparkrock, you can take full advantage of this momentum. Our ERP, built on Microsoft Business Central, brings nonprofit-specific finance and HR tools to the Microsoft platform you already trust. 

NONPROFIT FINANCE

Confidently Manage Finance and Procurement in One Place 

Sparkrock’s finance tools, powered by Microsoft Business Central, help nonprofit teams save time, reduce errors, and stay audit-ready. You get the accuracy and control you need—without relying on manual workarounds. 

Top Features: 

  • Project & Grant Accounting 
    Track spending by grant or program and meet funder requirements with ease. 
  • Fund Accounting 
    Separate restricted and unrestricted funds clearly for better compliance and reporting. 
  • Budget Planning & Management 
    Plan smarter with real-time data, built-in controls, and collaborative tools. 
  • Financial Analysis 
    Access dashboards and reports that give you fast, clear insights into performance.
Learn More About Sparkrock Finance Features 
NONPROFIT HRP

Manage People, Pay, and Processes in One System

Sparkrock’s HR and payroll tools, built on Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, bring all your employee information into one place and simplify everyday tasks.  

Top Features: 

  • Human Capital Management 
    Keep employee records, milestones, and workforce data in one secure place. 
  • Employee Onboarding 
    Speed up onboarding with automation and easy-to-use self-service tools. 
  • Timekeeping & Scheduling 
    Track hours, manage shifts, and stay compliant—all from one screen. 
  • Payroll – US and Canada 
    Run payroll confidently or connect Sparkrock with your existing provider. 
Learn More About Sparkrock Impact HRP Features

Sparkrock + Microsoft For K–12 Schools 

A Microsoft Cloud ERP Built for the K–12 Mission

School boards and districts across North America are moving to the cloud—and Microsoft is leading the way. 

  • 90% of global education institutions use Microsoft solutions 
  • Sparkrock adds purpose-built ERP functionality for finance 

With Sparkrock and Microsoft Business Central, your school board can be confident that they’re choosing a tool that’s secure, scalable, and built for education. 

K-12 FINANCE

Purpose-Built Tools for School Budgeting and Compliance 

Sparkrock simplifies complex budgeting, fund tracking, and audit preparation with tools designed for the unique needs of K–12 finance teams. 

Top Features: 

  • Fund Accounting 
    Track and report on government grants, special education funding, and capital projects. 
  • Budget Planning & Management 
    Align school and district budgets with real-time data and shared tools. 
  • Project & Grant Accounting 
    Monitor spending across programs, departments, and individual schools. 
  • Financial Analysis 
    Use dashboards to compare budget vs. actuals and support better decisions. 
Learn More About Sparkrock Finance Features 

See Sparkrock in Action

See for yourself how our team of nonprofit and K12 experts have built sector-specific functionality into the robust foundation of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central.

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