This interactive workshop is designed to help nonprofit leaders enhance their decision-making processes through the lens of the Nonprofit Lifecycles framework.  Participants will explore how aligning programs, management, governance, resources, and systems is crucial to organizational success. Through hands-on activities, including the Lifecycles “selfie” assessment, attendees will gain insights into their organization’s current stage and […]

CNE recognizes that ongoing changes are creating uncertainty, and many nonprofit leaders have expressed concerns about how to navigate them. To support our sector, CNE is bringing nonprofits together for a collaborative gathering focused on resilience and shared learning. Facilitated discussions will explore key topics such as risk assessment, fostering collaboration, overcoming paralysis, data collection, […]

Are you currently serving or interested in serving as a treasurer on a nonprofit board? Would you like to connect with others in similar roles to share insights, learn best practices, and discuss the unique challenges of nonprofit financial leadership? This discussion group is designed to support individuals serving as nonprofit board treasurers or those […]

Are you a marketing or communications professional looking to connect and learn from your peers in other organizations?   CNE’s Marketing & Communications Discussion Group provides an opportunity for folks working in communications to share challenges, swap stories, and get industry updates. Each session will focus on a different topic and include guest speakers when possible.  […]

Are you involved in nonprofit development or philanthropy and looking for opportunities to connect, share insights, and learn from others in similar roles?   This discussion group is designed to support individuals involved in fundraising, grant writing, donor stewardship, and other aspects of nonprofit development and philanthropy. Participants will have the opportunity to share experiences, exchange […]

CNE is delighted to invite our members to a special evening of community and connection. Take a moment to unwind, meet fellow members, and celebrate the incredible work you do. Level 10: Experience Charlottesville's stunning views from a beautiful vantage point. Harvest Moon Catering: Delight in delicious food and refreshments. Networking: Connect with fellow CNE members and […]

We're excited to present our latest Legislative Education Session on building relationships with legislators. Join us for a workshop on April 9th, from 9-10:30AM to discuss and develop tools and resources for how to reach out and talk to legislators and their staff. Special guest speakers have been invited including legislator offices on the local, […]

Explore the treasurer's role in effective financial planning, resource stewardship, and organizational oversight. Learn how to support board decision-making, ensure financial policies are documented and followed, and navigate the complexities of budgeting, audits, and reporting. We'll also cover the benefits of finance committees, succession planning, and the importance of aligning fundraising efforts with organizational goals. […]

We are delighted to announce the next Leaders of Color Collective session! The Leaders of Color Collective is a program designed specifically for and by Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) working in the social impact sector. This session's topic: "The Impacts of Self and Community Resiliency" Join us on Tuesday, April 22, at […]

The Coaching Edge for Leaders workshop focuses on developing a “coaching mindset” to improve individual and team professional growth and development. Many executives and managers approach the challenges their employees and teams face as problems they need to solve rather than building the capacity and confidence of their employees and teams to solve their own problems. In this workshop, […]