And the Winners Are… Here Are the 14 Innovators Chosen to “Reimagine” San Francisco

And the Winners Are… Here Are the 14 Innovators Chosen to “Reimagine” San Francisco

Deloitte, Salesforce, and the World Economic Forum challenged entrepreneurs to bring sustainable plans — and jobs — to help revitalize a struggling city. Find out which ideas met the challenge.

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Can This Sustainability Challenge Help Revive a Struggling City?

Can This Sustainability Challenge Help Revive a Struggling City?

Deloitte, Salesforce and the World Economic Forum launched a challenge that they hope will help revive a struggling San Francisco. But can backing social entrepreneurs really pull the city out of its “doom loop?”

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AI in Education? Salesforce Takes the Plunge

AI in Education? Salesforce Takes the Plunge

Artificial intelligence loomed very large at several recent Bay Area functions hosted by Salesforce. As the trailblazing corporate funder leans into AI in its education giving, are there pitfalls to consider?

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The 14 Most Important Players in Corporate Philanthropy

 The 14 Most Important Players in Corporate Philanthropy

For all the hype corporate giving can generate, getting a handle on it isn’t easy. Still, there are some clear leaders, encompassing the nation’s biggest banks, tech giants, pharmaceutical companies and retailers.

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Salesforce Stumbles, but Its Equity-Focused Philanthropy Marches On

Salesforce Stumbles, but Its Equity-Focused Philanthropy Marches On

The tech giant has hit rocky terrain of late, but the company’s philanthropy continues to move millions. Its Catalyst Fund is supporting Black-led nonprofits promoting leadership and job skills for young people of color.

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“Our Focus Is on the Children.” A Software Giant Ups Its Commitment to Public Schools

“Our Focus Is on the Children.” A Software Giant Ups Its Commitment to Public Schools

Salesforce’s latest round of education funding zeroes in on mental health and resilient schools. It’s praiseworthy support, but begs the question: why is so much private backing for public schools even necessary?

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Why Catalytic Funding Is Key to Closing the Racial Equity Gap in Philanthropy

Why Catalytic Funding Is Key to Closing the Racial Equity Gap in Philanthropy

Guest contributor Rebecca Ferguson makes a case for unrestricted support to younger, smaller nonprofits led by people of color, and shares how a new fund from Salesforce is focusing its attention there.

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With a Flurry of Gifts, MacKenzie Scott And Dan Jewett Make a Statement in Brazil

With a Flurry of Gifts, MacKenzie Scott And Dan Jewett Make a Statement in Brazil

One area of focus to emerge in MacKenzie Scott and Dan Jewett’s global giving is civil society and human rights work in Brazil. A series of donations makes it clear the country is a priority. Here’s why and where the money is going.

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As Classrooms Reopen, a Tech Company Extends its Unique Commitment to Public Schools

As Classrooms Reopen, a Tech Company Extends its Unique Commitment to Public Schools

Salesforce stands apart from many K-12 funders in that it’s heavily focused on direct support for public school districts. As schools face daunting challenges while reopening, the tech giant made another $19 million in grants.

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