The **Salesforce Foundation** is the philanthropic arm of Salesforce, dedicated to empowering nonprofits and educational institutions by providing access to Salesforce technology, resources, and strategic grants that help amplify their impact. Established as part of Salesforce’s broader commitment to corporate social responsibility, the Foundation focuses on enabling organizations to build tech-forward skills, particularly in STEM and AI, attract and retain quality educators, and connect education to careers through mentorship and career-aligned learning[6]. A key program under the Salesforce Foundation is the *Power of Us Program*, which offers nonprofits and educational institutions 10 donated Salesforce subscriptions plus deep discounts on additional products and services. This enables organizations with limited budgets and staff to leverage Salesforce’s powerful CRM tools to better manage their missions and operations[6]. The Foundation partners with organizations that demonstrate strong program impact and leadership reflective of their communities, emphasizing evidence-based approaches and adaptability[6]. However, it does not fund events, scholarships, or individual grants, focusing instead on scalable strategic partnerships[6]. In the broader Salesforce ecosystem, the term **Salesforce Foundations** (not to be confused with the Foundation itself) refers to a free product upgrade for Enterprise Edition customers, launched in 2024. This upgrade integrates Sales, Service, Marketing, Commerce, and Data Cloud features into a unified platform with AI-powered tools like Agentforce, enabling businesses to streamline operations and create consistent customer experiences across departments. This integration is transformative for enterprises seeking a seamless, cross-functional CRM experience without extra cost or complex data migrations[2][3][4]. Notable achievements include democratizing access to advanced Salesforce capabilities for nonprofits and businesses, enhancing operational efficiency via AI and data unification, and fostering a community of partners and customers aligned around social impact and technological innovation[1][6][7]. The Salesforce Foundation remains a pivotal force in bridging technology and social good, advancing workforce skills, and supporting education with a strong ethical framework and strategic vision[6].