March 09, 2023 Salesforce Stumbles, but Its Equity-Focused Philanthropy Marches On March 09, 2023/ Connie Matthiessen 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. Read More
September 26, 2022 “Our Focus Is on the Children.” A Software Giant Ups Its Commitment to Public Schools September 26, 2022/ Connie Matthiessen 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?Read More
June 23, 2022 Why Catalytic Funding Is Key to Closing the Racial Equity Gap in Philanthropy June 23, 2022/ Rebecca Ferguson, Guest Contributor 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.Read More
April 14, 2022 With a Flurry of Gifts, MacKenzie Scott And Dan Jewett Make a Statement in Brazil April 14, 2022/ Liz Longley 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.Read More
September 22, 2021 As Classrooms Reopen, a Tech Company Extends its Unique Commitment to Public Schools September 22, 2021/ Connie Matthiessen 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.Read More