Salesforce Foundation
Overview
The Salesforce Foundation is the philanthropic arm of Salesforce, established on a 1-1-1 model of integrated philanthropy, which dedicates 1% of the company's equity, product, and employee time to the community. It operates as a private 501(c)(3) foundation, providing strategic grants primarily focused on education and workforce development to equip young people with skills and opportunities. The foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals and makes grants on an invitation-only basis. Since its inception, it has contributed to over $841 million in grants.
Portfolio Companies
2
Website
salesforce.comInvestments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edenic Energy | Aug 2023 | Grant | Co-investor |
| Arke Inc. | - | Accelerator | Co-investor |
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FAQ
Where is Salesforce Foundation based?
Salesforce Foundation is headquartered in San Francisco, California, United States.
When was Salesforce Foundation founded?
Founding year information for Salesforce Foundation is not publicly available.
How many portfolio companies does Salesforce Foundation have?
Salesforce Foundation has 2 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in Salesforce Foundation's portfolio?
Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include Edenic Energy, Arke Inc..
What was Salesforce Foundation's most recent investment shown here?
Salesforce Foundation's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in Edenic Energy in 2023.
What sectors does Salesforce Foundation focus on?
Salesforce Foundation focuses on Mobility, Transportation & Logistics, Energy & Sustainability, Real Estate & PropTech, Energy & Sustainability.
What company stages does Salesforce Foundation focus on?
Salesforce Foundation typically invests at the Early stage.