Vision
Equitable, thriving, and just communities powered by healthy nonprofits.
Mission
We are a champion, learning partner, and advisor for Virginia nonprofits.
Values
We are centered and guided by our values of courage, equity, collaboration, and excellence.
Latest News & Our Blog
CNE Recognized by the General Assembly Thanks to Delegate Katrina Callsen
We’re honored to be recognized in Resolution HJ748 and grateful to Delegate Katrina Callsen and the General Assembly for celebrating CNE’s impact across Virginia’s nonprofit sector.
Budget Reconciliation and the Charitable Sector
Join a webinar on the Budget Reconciliation and the Charitable Sector, tomorrow, May 29 from 2 – 3 pm. This session is being sponsored by the Council on Foundations, Independent Sector, National Council on Nonprofits, and the United Philanthropy Forum (UPF).
TAKE ACTION! House Advances Major Tax Bill Harming Nonprofits
The House of Representatives voted Thursday to approve the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” a major tax bill that Republicans hope to enact by summer. The bill now heads to the Senate, where several changes to the bill are expected. Read NCN’s updated analysis of the revised bill.
Upcoming Trainings & Events
Emerging Leaders Academy 2025 Application is Open!
1701-A Allied Street, Charlotteville, VA 22903
CNE’s Emerging Leaders Academy is a facilitated eight-month peer learning program that aims to strengthen a new generation of community leaders. The Emerging Leaders Academy consists of facilitated, small group sessions and one-on-one coaching sessions. The program includes: Specially designed activities that develop participants sense of themselves as leaders and help them create practical plans […]