Salesforce.org Commons & Sprint Events

Hello Community volunteers and Community Sprinters!! Want to know where the Nonprofit Community team is hosting events, and showing up in 2025 as we celebrate 10 years

 of Community Sprints? Check out the below info!  

We'll keep the side panel of this group (and our Github website) updated as we confirm upcoming events. Typically we do that when we have a confirmed venue booked for the event. Stay tuned and tell your friends!  

Upcoming Community Sprint Events - Join in the fun today!

• February 27th, 2025 - Sydney, AU as part of Sydney World Tour. Location: Salesforce Tower Sydney. Register!
• March 5th - 6th, 2025 - Community Engagement at TDX! Join the Nonprofit Community team onsite and around SFO during TDX. More details to come, and registration for TDX can be found here.
• March 17th & 18th, 2025 - Community Sprint as part of DC Agentforce World Tour. Location: Salesforce McLean Office in McLean, VA. Register today!

Unconfirmed Planned Events: Stay tuned! 

Unconfirmed event dates, venues, and locations are subject to change or cancellation, and additional events may be added. Please take this into consideration before booking any travel arrangements.

• May, 2025 - Community Sprint as part of NYC Agentforce World Tour. Location: NYC Salesforce Tower. Exact date TBA.
• June 6, 2025 - London’s Calling Community engagement
• June 9th, 2025 (and maybe 10th) - Community Sprint as part of London Agentforce World Tour. Location: Salesforce Bluefin Office, London Southwark.
• June, 2025 - Community Day, Amsterdam, NL. New and looking for local Partner sponsors! Aiming for June 17th, but exact date/location TBA.
• June 19th, 2025 - Community Day, Paris, FR. New and looking for local Partner sponsors! Location: Salesforce Paris office.
• July, 2025 - Virtual 2-Day Community Sprint. Exact date TBA.
• September, 2025 - Community Sprint & Learning Day, Vancouver, BC. Exact date/location TBA.
• October 14th - 17th, 2025 - Dreamforce Community engagement. Exact activities/date TBA.
• November, 2025 - Community Sprint & Learning Day, Denver, CO. Exact date/location TBA.
• November, 2025 - UK Affordable Housing Sprint. Location: Exact date/location TBA.
• January, 2026 - Virtual 2-Day Community Sprint. Exact date TBA.

@Salesforce.org MVPs @Nonprofit and Education MindShare @Salesforce.org System Administrators @Salesforce Housing Sector

Is this the right place to ask about accessing some of the wonderful outputs of these Sprints?

I was really interested in hearing about this a while back:

ANZ Payment Solution Framework:

Focused on creating a decision tree to identify which companies/products could be used to solve local and general use cases. Payments, Receipting and Integrations is top of mind for a lot of people; customers want guidance about where to start, they want simplicity. The team designed a working Flow to help local NGO’s understand what local providers would be a good fit for their unique needs, resources, and skill-sets. And, check out their incredible video to promote their work!

Next Steps: Publish the flow externally so NGO’s can start using it!

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This framework would be incredibly useful. Did it ever get released?

It’s 2025 and that means we’re celebrating 10 years of Sprints as a community! 🥳💙🦖 

As Director of the Salesforce Commons program and a participant or host at almost every event in the past 10 years, I've had the honour of witnessing the incredible success they've had on the Salesforce Nonprofit and Education Trailblazer community firsthand.

What started as a way for the Salesforce community to contribute to the Nonprofit Success Pack (NPSP) has grown into a global movement, bringing together over 3,700 participants at 59 events to create freely accessible solutions for nonprofits and educational institutions. 

This article is a heartfelt 💙 thank you 💙 to everyone who has contributed their time, energy, and skills over the past decade. I reached out to all of the original planners of the first Sprints in 2015, and am excited to share the memories and reflections I received. 

Community Sprints are more than just technology; they're about creating connections, sharing ideas, and making a real difference. Read the full article to learn more about our journey, how to get involved at events this year, and see the incredible impact we've achieved together.

I'd love to hear your Sprint stories and "ah-ha" moments in the comments below! This is the first in a series of articles celebrating this milestone, so stay tuned for more!

Please join me in congratulating our the latest Commons Hero.... @Thaddaeus Dahlberg!

Thad has been a cornerstone of the Nonprofit Community for years, establishing himself as a trusted leader and expert. His dedication shines through his role as the lead developer on the Summit Events App, where he has not only led efforts but also fostered collaboration across the entire Commons community. Thad's passion for solving technical challenges and his commitment to sharing knowledge make him an invaluable asset. He continually goes above and beyond to support and uplift our community, embodying the spirit of innovation and generosity. YOU’RE AMAZING, Thad! Thank you for all you do! 

Check out the article on LinkedIn HERE, WOOO! 

REMINDER :The Nonprofit Community is showing up at Agentforce World Tour DC (Sprint + Breakfast + Reception) 

Registration is live (AND ALMOST FULL!) for our next Community Sprint in DC on March 17-18 as part of Agentforce World Tour DC 2025! Our Nonprofit Community is showing up in full force with a sprint, a community breakfast, and a pre-event reception... lots to do!  

Join us for two days full of networking, fun, and building Salesforce solutions to help Nonprofits and Schools address common challenges. 

👉🏻 What’s a Community Sprint? 

Sprints are Salesforce-hosted community innovation events (similar to a hack-a-thon) that are regularly hosted to bring partners, customers, and employee volunteers together to identify, prioritize and build solutions that make using Salesforce more impactful for nonprofit & education organisations. 

👉🏻 Why should I join? Sprints are unlike anything else in the Salesforce community. You are encouraged to use your Salesforce and professional skills to collaborate and build Nonprofit and Educatiom community-led app, resources, and solutions. Not to mention they are a super fun way to connect with other local Salesforce users, admins, and developers! 

A free ticket to Agentforce World Tour DC (happening Wednesday, March 19) is not required to register for the Sprint, but we encourage you to attend both as we will also be hosting a Community Breakfast at Agentforce World Tour. See you then! 

Quick links:

• March 17-18: Community Sprint - reg is live! 
• March 18: Community Reception - reg is live! 
• March 19: Agentforce World Tour DC - reg is live! 
• March 19: Community Breakfast at Agentforce World Tour DC (no seperate reg, just add to your calendar and first come first served!)

@Nonprofit and Education MindShare @Agentblazer Community Group  @AI for Nonprofits 

The Commons is excited to announce the launch of our Nonprofit Cloud Best Practices group’s NPC Community Asset Hub! The assets on this new Hub is an open source, volunteer-led initiative to provide additional resources for nonprofits and consultants who are implementing Salesforce’s Nonprofit Cloud.

The initial launch of the site includes:

• Flow package for stakeholder management
• Resources for understanding how fundraising use cases map to Nonprofit Cloud objects
• Resources for understanding the differences between Salesforce’s two nonprofit offerings: Nonprofit Success Pack (NPSP) and Nonprofit Cloud (NPC). 

More resources will be added on an ongoing basis. If you’d like to contribute to future resources, please let us know!  You can email us at npcbestpractices@gmail.com or use our Contact Form. Please note that we cannot provide assistance configuring Nonprofit Cloud. If you have questions on Nonprofit Cloud, please post in the @Nonprofit Cloud Trailblazer Community Group. (slide with details about the items being launched)

(QR code that links directly to the site) 

@Nonprofit Cloud   @Nonprofit Cloud for Grantmaking @Nonprofit Hub @Nonprofit and Education MindShare @Salesforce.org System Administrators @Salesforce.org Get Started Hub

Reminder: the Community Sprint in Sydney is rapidly approaching! Register now before it fills up! 27 Feb  

What’s a Community Sprint? 

Sprints are Salesforce-hosted community innovation events (similar to a hack-a-thon) that are regularly hosted to bring partners, customers, and employee volunteers together to identify, prioritize and build solutions that make using Salesforce more impactful for nonprofit & education organisations. 

Why should I join?

 Sprints are unlike anything else in the Salesforce community. You are encouraged to use your Salesforce and professional skills to collaborate and build nonprofit + education community-led app, resources, and solutions. Not to mention they are a super fun way to connect with other local Salesforce users, admins, and developers! 

→ Contribute your Salesforce skills and professional experience to create solutions for the nonprofit sector. 

→ Connect with local Salesforce professionals doing the same work you are. 

→ Find existing volunteer-built solutions you can use today. 

→ Learn new skills as you participate. 

→ Enjoy a fun, free, unique hands-on experience - think workshop, not a webinar. 

PLUS, you'll have the exclusive chance to attend a "Meet the Makers" session during lunch with our Nonprofit Cloud product leadership and executive team members.  

Don't miss your chance to join fellow Salesforce enthusiasts in building innovative solutions for Nonprofits and Schools! 

Register now: https://invite.salesforce.com/communitysprintsydney

@Nonprofit and Education MindShare

The Nonprofit Community is showing up at Agentforce World Tour DC (Sprint + Breakfast + Reception) 

Registration is live for our next Community Sprint in DC on March 17-18 as part of Agentforce World Tour DC 2025! Our Nonprofit Community is showing up in full force with a sprint, a community breakfast, and a pre-event reception... lots to do!  

Join us for two days full of networking, fun, and building Salesforce solutions to help Nonprofits and Schools address common challenges. 

👉🏻 What’s a Community Sprint? 

Sprints are Salesforce-hosted community innovation events (similar to a hack-a-thon) that are regularly hosted to bring partners, customers, and employee volunteers together to identify, prioritize and build solutions that make using Salesforce more impactful for nonprofit & education organisations. 

👉🏻 Why should I join? Sprints are unlike anything else in the Salesforce community. You are encouraged to use your Salesforce and professional skills to collaborate and build Nonprofit and Educatiom community-led app, resources, and solutions. Not to mention they are a super fun way to connect with other local Salesforce users, admins, and developers! 

A free ticket to Agentforce World Tour DC (happening Wednesday, March 19) is not required to register for the Sprint, but we encourage you to attend both as we will also be hosting a Community Breakfast at Agentforce World Tour. See you then! 

Quick links:

• March 17-18: Community Sprint - reg is live! 
• March 18: Community Reception - reg is live! 
• March 19: Agentforce World Tour DC - reg is live! 
• March 19: Community Breakfast at Agentforce World Tour DC (no seperate reg, just add to your calendar and first come first served!)

@Nonprofit and Education MindShare @Agentblazer Community Group  @AI for Nonprofits 

Registration for the Community Sprint in Sydney in February is open!

Join us on Thursday 27 February for a day of building Salesforce solutions to help Nonprofits and Schools tackle common challenges. https://invite.salesforce.com/communitysprintsydney

“Participating in the event was transformative. It is where I found my voice, my purpose, and a community of like-minded individuals. It is not just an event, it is where I discovered the power of connection and possibility. The time I invested in these two days was definitely worth it.“ - Sydney 2024 Sprinter

What’s a Community Sprint? Sprints are Salesforce-hosted community innovation events (similar to a hack-a-thon) that are regularly hosted to bring partners, customers, and employee volunteers together to identify, prioritize and build solutions that make using Salesforce more impactful for nonprofit & education organisations.

 Why should I join? Sprints are unlike anything else in the Salesforce community. You are encouraged to use your Salesforce and professional skills to collaborate and build nonprofit + education community-led app, resources, and solutions. Not to mention they are a super fun way to connect with other local Salesforce users, admins, and developers!

→ Contribute your Salesforce skills and professional experience to create solutions for the nonprofit sector.

→ Connect with local Salesforce professionals doing the same work you are.

→ Find existing volunteer-built solutions you can use today.

→ Learn new skills as you participate.

→ Enjoy a fun, free, unique hands-on experience - think workshop, not a webinar.

And if you know anyone who would like to attend with you, please share the opportunity. See you there!

Register now: https://invite.salesforce.com/communitysprintsydney

It’s 2025 🥳, and we’re kicking off the new year with the annual Salesforce Commons & Nonprofit Participant survey! NEW this year, we’ve added a few questions about the overall Nonprofit Community activities you engage in throughout the year. 

Why? This confidential survey lets you share feedback on your experiences with the Commons program and the Nonprofit Community in 2024. Whether you attended a Community Sprint, contributed to a project, engaged in a Trailblazer Community group, or joined us at a networking or learning event, we want your opinion! Your anonymous responses help us understand the impact of our programs, identify areas for improvement, and develop strategies to support and engage participants like you.

Who? If you participated in any Salesforce Commons or Nonprofit Community activities last year, please take 5-10 minutes to complete the survey by Monday, January 20th.

❤️ Thank you! We deeply appreciate the time, energy, and skills you've invested in the community, whether it's your first year or your 10th. Your dedication is a daily inspiration, and we look forward to celebrating the 10th anniversary of Community Sprints with you in 2025!