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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 & Our Blog

211 Week

211 Week is happening this week from February 10 – 14. The week will kick off with an event from 211 Virginia’s leadership team with the State of 211 Virginia. Throughout the week 211 Virginia will be sharing about their new website, directory of resources, and community partners.

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Upcoming Events

Development Discussion Group

February 19, 2025 9:00 am – February 19, 2025 10:00 am
Center for Nonprofit Excellence

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 […]

Treasurers Discussion Group

February 20, 2025 9:00 am – February 20, 2025 10:00 am
Center for Nonprofit Excellence

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 […]

Executive Directors Discussion Group (February)

February 21, 2025 9:00 am – February 21, 2025 10:00 am
Online via Zoom

Are you an Executive Director of a small, established nonprofit? Are you looking for opportunities to meet with and learn from others working in similar roles? Our Executive Directors Discussion Group (Smaller Organizations) offers a space for peer learning and support. Come to gain a fresh perspective on your current challenges or learn about others’ approaches to the […]

Coaching Edge for Leaders

February 25, 2025 1:00 pm – February 25, 2025 3:00 pm
Center for Nonprofit Excellence

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, […]

Marketing and Communications Discussion Group- February

February 27, 2025 9:00 am – February 27, 2025 10:00 am
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 possible.  […]

Bridging the Generational Gap in the Workplace

March 6, 2025 1:00 pm – March 6, 2025 4:00 pm
Center for Nonprofit Excellence

Are you struggling with the tension caused by generational differences in your workplace? Is it challenging to get your team to value each other’s perspectives? This workshop will share strategies to help your teams be more effective at respecting each other and empowering every team member despite generational differences. Participants will build skills in the […]

So You Want to Be a Treasurer

April 17, 2025 9:00 am – April 17, 2025 12:00 pm
Center for Nonprofit Excellence

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. […]