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Salesforce Nonprofit Success Pack (NPSP): Get Started with a Free Trial

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Choosing the right technology to manage your nonprofit’s operations, donor relationships, and programs is crucial for maximizing your impact. Salesforce’s Nonprofit Success Pack (NPSP) is a managed package designed specifically for nonprofits, providing tools to track fundraising, manage volunteers, and streamline operations. If you’re considering Salesforce for your organization, the best way to explore its features is through a free trial.

Setting Up a Salesforce NPSP Trial Org

Accessing a trial org for Salesforce Nonprofit Success Pack (NPSP) allows nonprofits to explore the platform's features tailored to their unique needs. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you get started:

  1. Navigate to the Nonprofit Success Pack Free Trial page and complete the form: Enter your contact details, agree to the service agreement, and submit the form.

  2. Access Your Trial Org: After submission, you'll receive an email with login details to your new trial org. Remember, trial orgs are intended for proof of concept and guided self-exploration and expire in 30 days.

  3. Start exploring the product!

    1. Get Started with NPSP: This guide introduces Salesforce terminology, product overviews, and basic usage tailored for nonprofits.

    2. Nonprofit Success Pack Documentation: Dive deeper into NPSP's features, best practices, and planning guides to effectively leverage the platform.

    3. Trailhead NPSP Modules: To familiarize yourself with NPSP's capabilities, engage with interactive learning modules like Explore Nonprofit Success Pack.

The Power of Us Program

Beyond the trial period, Salesforce extends the Power of Us Program to eligible nonprofits and educational institutions, offering:

  • 10 Free Licenses: Eligible nonprofits receive 10 free licenses, providing access to the same functionalities as other Salesforce customers at a reduced cost.

  • Discounted Additional Licenses: If your organization requires more than the 10 provided licenses, Salesforce offers additional licenses at discounted rates.

Participating in the Power of Us Program ensures that nonprofits can leverage Salesforce's robust CRM capabilities to enhance their impact without incurring significant costs. Salesforce also recommends that organizations work with an implementation partner, such as DB Services, to ensure they are getting the most out of the platform for their specific needs.

Apply for the Power of Us Program: If your organization is eligible, we encourage you to apply for the program to benefit from free and discounted licenses to help ensure long-term access to Salesforce's tools.

Empower Your Nonprofit

Getting started with a Salesforce NPSP trial is a great way to explore how the Salesforce platform can support your nonprofit’s mission. With pre-configured sample data and helpful resources, you can test key features, learn best practices, and determine if NPSP is the right fit for your organization. If you have any questions about NPSP or want help signing up for the Power of Us program to receive 10 free Salesforce licenses, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at DB Services. We are ready to help you get the most out of Salesforce!

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