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Lifelong Learning, Epic Journeys, Education to Employment, and More from Salesforce Education Summit 2023

Lifelong Learning, Epic Journeys, Education to Employment, and More from Salesforce Education Summit 2023

Salesforce’s annual Education Summit is the sector’s premier event. Here are Cloud for Good’s highlights from the momentous occasion.
Exploring Approaches to Technology Transformation: Data-First Versus Customer-First

Exploring Approaches to Technology Transformation: Data-First Versus Customer-First

Exploring data-first versus customer-first approaches to creating transformation through technology.
Join Cloud for Good at AFP ICON 2023

Join Cloud for Good at AFP ICON 2023

Regarded as the largest gathering of fundraising professionals in the world, AFP ICON 2023 takes place April 16-18 in New Orleans, LA.
Your Guide to Navigating Salesforce Education Summit 2023

Your Guide to Navigating Salesforce Education Summit 2023

Hosted at the Omni Hotel in Dallas, Texas, April 10-12, the Salesforce Education Summit is the premier event to network with institutions.
Taking a Deep Dive Into Salesforce’s New Education Cloud Announcement

Taking a Deep Dive Into Salesforce’s New Education Cloud Announcement

Cloud for Good takes a deep dive into Salesforce's new Education Cloud announcement and the evolution of Salesforce in the education industry.
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Salesforce Has a New Vision for Nonprofit Cloud, What Does This Mean for Your Organization?

Salesforce has announced a new vision for Nonprofit Cloud that creates innovation through consolidation with the core Salesforce platform.
How Talent for Good Transforms Salesforce Staffing

How Talent for Good Transforms Salesforce Staffing

Learn how a prestigious land-grant research university in Massachusetts has leveraged Talent for Good to build toward a more impactful future.
The Value of Cloud for Good Direct Response Services

The Value of Cloud for Good Direct Response Services

When an organization’s critical fundraising facilitators are weakened, Cloud for Good Direct Response Services helps strengthen those efforts

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Open Source, Open Hearts: Sprinting for the Nonprofit Starter Pack (NPSP)

Cloud for Good had the opportunity to send two of our team members to participate in the second ever Nonprofit Starter Pack Sprint (#NPSPsprint). A room
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Account Models in NPSP Added to Nonprofits 101

We are continuing to add to and update our Nonprofits 101 manual - the Salesforce user manual for nonprofit organizations. This article will over what account
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Celebrate the Year of the Awesome Admin (or How Users and Stakeholders Can Win Their Salesforce Admin’s Heart)

Written by Cloud for Good Team There are many blogs out in the Salesforce ecosystem about being an Admin, a Developer, a Partner or other Salesforce

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Grants Management in NPSP 3.0 Added to Nonprofits 101

We are in the process of updating and adding to our Nonprofits 101 manual - the Salesforce user manual for nonprofit organizations. We recently added an
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Exciting Times To Be Part of the Salesforce Ecosystem

Written by Cloud for Good Team From where I am standing today, it is hard to rewind back to 8 years ago when I joined the

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Giving Back – My Day Volunteering At Cradles to Crayons

Donating to a charity is a great way to ensure that their mission is accomplished, but there is something so much more rewarding about being able
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Six Simple Steps to Improve Your Salesforce User Experience

When configuring your Salesforce org, it is important to present your data in a manner that makes it easy for your users to access and interpret.
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Cloud for Good at Dreamforce 2015!

In case you weren't able to attend Dreamforce, or if you were in attendance and missed seeing us, don't worry! We've got pictures from our events
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Moving House: Steps for a Successful Data Migration

It doesn't matter if8ixn547AT you have 100 records or 1 million records, the data import phase of a project can seem like a daunting task. It's
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Nonprofit Starter Pack (NPSP) Data Importer Tool Deep Dive

Does the thought of migrating data make you want to run screaming? Is your organization using the NonProfit Starter Pack (NPSP)? Do you have data you
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The Digital Government Imperative: Why Salesforce is Transforming State and Local Services

State and local agencies are at an inflection point. Citizens expect Amazon-grade experiences. Budgets are shrinking. Legacy systems are holding progress hostage.
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Why Long-Term Salesforce Partnerships Matter More Than Fragmented Integrations 

Digital transformation has led many organizations to adopt a growing number of tools to support their operations.
The Future of Student Information Systems

Salesforce SIS: The Future of Student Information Systems Prioritizes User Experience and AI, No Record Keeping

Salesforce SIS connects admissions, advising, financial aid, and student success in one platform, helping institutions deliver better outcomes and experiences.
Salesforce Winter ‘26 Release_ What You Need to Know

Salesforce Winter ‘26 Release: What You Need to Know

Salesforce’s Winter ‘26 release is here, and it brings enhancements to reporting, simplifies org management, and helps you and your team get even more out of
Education Leadership Summit 2026_ Advancing the Future-Ready Institution with Data and AI

Education Leadership Summit 2026: Advancing the Future-Ready Institution with Data and AI

Higher education continues to evolve under increasing pressure to deliver better outcomes with greater efficiency. From enrollment challenges to rising expectations around the student experience, institutions

Salesforce Spring ’26 Release_ Key Updates for Admins

Salesforce Spring ’26 Release: Key Updates for Admins

It’s that time of year, the Salesforce Spring ’26 Release. In this release, there are a number of updates to support Admins to enhance user experience, update