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CNE envisions equitable, thriving, and just communities powered by healthy nonprofits and to achieve that vision, we serve as a champion, learning partner, and advisor to Virginia nonprofits. We invite you to join us in investing in our collective futures.

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 and Blog

Nonprofit Impact on Local Economies

Nonprofit organizations play a vital yet often underappreciated role in shaping local economies. These mission-driven entities contribute to our economic health and community well being in numerous ways, extending far beyond their primary charitable goals.

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Trinet: State of The Workplace Report

The State of the Workplace report looks at what both employers and employees think about key issues in small businesses across the U.S., for example, employee engagement, work/life balance, AI use, and benefits.

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Upcoming Events

Board Essentials

October 31, 2024 1:00 pm – October 31, 2024 3:30 pm
Center for Nonprofit Excellence, 1701-A Allied Street, Charlottesville

High-impact boards start with board members who understand their role and how best to bring their skills to the board table. Join CNE staff members Cindy Colson, Erica Holmes, and Brian Ullman on Thursday, October 31 at 1:00 pm for this session designed to give board members a jump start on effective board service. Drawing from CNE’s Board […]

Marketing and Communications Discussion Group (October)

October 31, 2024 9:00 am – October 31, 2024 10:00 am
Online via Zoom

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 […]

Lunch & Learn with UVA Library

November 13, 2024 12:00 pm – November 13, 2024 1:30 pm
Center for Nonprofit Excellence, 1701-A Allied Street, Charlottesville

Join us for an engaging Lunch (Provided!) and Learn event, co-hosted by UVA Library and CNE, designed specifically for nonprofit organizations. This session will highlight the wide array of resources and services the UVA Library offers to the local community – including research databases, digital and print collections, access to its spaces, and reference support. […]

Leaders of Color Collective: Transforming Trauma into Triumph

November 14, 2024 10:00 am – November 14, 2024 12:00 pm
Zoom

We are excited 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 Topic: Transforming Trauma into Triumph. How Nonprofit Leaders of Color Build Empowering Organizations. In the […]

Basics of Financial Literacy (NEW DATE)

December 3, 2024 9:00 am – December 3, 2024 11:00 am
Center for Nonprofit Excellence, 1701-A Allied Street, Charlottesville

(This session was originally scheduled for November 7, but has been rescheduled due to an unforeseen conflict.) Effective financial management and oversight are essential to the success of nonprofit organizations. Ensuring financial sustainability requires strong stewardship of assets and resources, grounded in financial literacy. Join Carolyn Barnett, Vice President of Business Banking at UVA Community […]

Board Academy (Application Required)

January 31, 2025 9:00 am – May 23, 2025 4:00 pm
Center for Nonprofit Excellence, 1701-A Allied Street, Charlottesville

Board Academy is a 16-week learning program beginning in January 2025 that prepares community members for board and committee service in nonprofits, municipal government, and community organizations. Board Academy is central to CNE's vision of equitable, thriving, and just communities powered by healthy nonprofits. Board Academy is open both to those new to board service as […]