Dreamforce Volunteer Event
Tuesday, May 6 2008
11:00 - 15:00
Central London
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How do I sign up for the Dreamforce Volunteer Event?
A: It's easy! Tell us that you are interested in the event when you register for Dreamforce and we will be in touch with you directly to tell you more about the event
Q: Do I need to stay for the entire afternoon?
A: We respectfully request that all attendees stay for the duration of the event. Not only will this contribute to the community spirit, it'll also allow you to see the final effects of your efforts.
Q: What's the schedule for the day?
A: General time line is as follows:
11.15 Volunteer ice-breakers and briefing
12.00 Students arrive
12.15 Networking Lunch
13.00 Workshops Commence
15.00 Winning Teams Announced
15.15 Students Leave
15.30 Volunteer Debrief and networking
16.30 Finish
Q: Tell me more about the organizations:
A: The vision of the Salesforce.com Foundation,
www.salesforcefoundation.org, is
to use salesforce.com’s people, partners, technology and relationships to improve our communities
and to inspire young people to be successful. We do this through our 1% model: Salesforce.com gives
1% of its employee time, 1% of its equity, and 1% of its product to great nonprofit organizations
around the world.
Young Enteprise London www.yelondon.com, works to inspire and equip young people in London to learn and succeed through experience of enterprise, so that all young people in London will have the opportunity to gain personal experience of how business works, understand the role it plays in providing employment and creating prosperity, and be inspired to improve their own life prospects.
Q: Where and when should I meet up with the group?
A: More details coming soon - we are looking for a fabulous venue at the moment
Q: Will lunch be provided?
A: Absolutely!
Q: Why should I give up my Tuesday afternoon to do this?
A: Because it's a fun and inspirational way to start your week! Salesforce.com employees, who all give 1% of their time to the community, have overwhelmed us with their enthusiasm for community service – see www.salesforcefoundation.org/volblogs/all/. In fact, it's their passion that inspired us to organize this service event for the greater salesforce.com community.
Q: Where can I get more information on the Salesforce.com Foundation?
A: Another easy one! Right here: http://www.salesforcefoundation.org/ or email: volunteer@salesforce.com with any questions.
