Why would a cloud computing company like Salesforce might feel compelled to engage in corporate philanthropy?

Discussion Case: Salesforce’s 1+1+1 Integrated Philanthropy Model” and write a reflection (200-300 words) that answers the following questions:
Why would a cloud computing company like Salesforce might feel compelled to engage in corporate philanthropy?
How can Salesforce benefit their community? How is their community benefiting Salesforce?
Are Salesforce’s action an example of strategic philanthropy? Why or why not?
Identify and show examples mentioned in the text of each of the three kinds of corporate philanthropy (contributions of cash, in-kind products or services, and employee time).
Instructions for the responses to your classmates posts (2.5 points)
Read the posts and find a peer post that you agree with the most
Read the posts and find a peer post that you agree with the least
Comment on or reply to two classmates’ posts and explain why you selected them, in both cases explain why you agree or do not agree with them.
Recommendations for response posts:
Be kind. I will deduct points from those responses that are NOT kind, make ad-hominem attacks, or are dismissive to a classmate’s point of view.
Provide a justification as for why you agree or disagree with someone.
List the post’s strengths first, then weaknesses (and be kind), regardless of whether you agree with them or not.
And last but not least (and I can’t stress this enough), be kind
The Standard for Grading Will Be:
Part 1. Discussion Board Post.
Full credit (2.5 points): Post clearly follows the prompt, thorough understanding of relevant material, original points well-supported with evidence or persuasive argument, well-organized, and well-written
Half credit (1.25 points): Many aspects of assignment covered, but lacking originality, clarity, thoroughness, persuasiveness, or writing quality
No credit (0 point): Missed the point of the assignment in either form or substance OR failed to complete the assignment on time OR did not turn in assignment
Part 2. Responses
Full credit (2.5 points): Both responses are clear, comments are justified and are based on the readings for this week.
Half credit (1.25 points): Missed one response OR responses are short OR responses repeat what other students have said.
No credit (0 point): Did not submit responses to classmates’ posts OR response did not follow proper netiquette rules OR failed to complete the assignment on time OR did not turn in assignment on time.

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