Salesforce Accelerator Selects Per Scholas for Philanthropic Initiative for Using AI for Impact

September 15, 2023

Salesforce Accelerator selected six nonprofits for their philanthropic initiative to help purpose-driven organizations gain equitable access to trusted generative AI technologies. Per Scholas was selected as one of the nonprofits that The Accelerator will distribute a $2 million pool to in order to advance equitable use of trusted generative AI, participate in a customized program that includes six months of intensive coaching from Salesforce experts and pro bono volunteers, along with 1-on-1 consulting access for 12 months to provide guidance on topics ranging from generative AI, product design, and solution architecture, and gain access to a 24-month contract for donated Salesforce products to support the development of their proposed AI-driven initiatives.

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