Salesforce Startup Perks
Offers services valued at $25,000 for CRM and cloud services.
Quick answer
Salesforce offers eligible startups up to $25,000 in perks and resources, with no equity required. An application is required, and it is open to startups worldwide (any stage).
Available programs
$25,000
Salesforce for Startups
Access Salesforce products, tools, and resources to help grow your startup and connect with enterprise customers.
- Free Salesforce platform access for 1 year
- Access to AppExchange partner program
- Technical architecture reviews
- Salesforce training resources
- Access to Salesforce's startup community
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Do you qualify for Salesforce?
You likely qualify if
- Your company is less than ~5 years old
- You have raised less than ~$5M in funding (typically through Series A)
- You are not a current Salesforce customer
You won't qualify if
- You are already an existing Salesforce customer
- You exceed the funding or company-age thresholds for the startup tier
Common rejection reasons
- Proof of funding could not be verified during review
- Company exceeds eligibility thresholds (funding raised or years incorporated)
How to apply for Salesforce
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1
Check eligibility
Be under 5 years old, have raised under $5M, not be a current Salesforce customer, and be building an enterprise-focused product.
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2
Prepare your details
Have your company website and product description ready.
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3
Apply via Salesforce for Startups
Submit at salesforce.com/startups.
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4
Get approved
Receive up to $25,000 in value across Salesforce services.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Salesforce give startups?
Salesforce provides eligible startups with up to $25,000 in perks and resources across its programs.
Does Salesforce take equity from startups?
No. Salesforce's startup perks and credits are non-dilutive — you do not give up any equity to receive them.
Who qualifies for Salesforce?
Eligible startups generally must meet criteria such as: Must be less than 5 years old; Must have raised less than $5M in funding; Must not be a current Salesforce customer.
Is Salesforce free for startups?
Applying is free. Salesforce provides up to $25,000 in perks and resources with no equity required.
How do I apply for Salesforce?
1) Check eligibility, 2) Prepare your details, 3) Apply via Salesforce for Startups, 4) Get approved. Full steps are on this page.
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