Do you have an idea to improve the community? Are you looking for help starting a nonprofit or business to support the community? There are many organizations in Charlottesville/Albemarle who support community-driven ideas.
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Where can I host a group or public workshop for free?
Jefferson-Madison Regional Library
Contact: 434-979-7151
Services include free meeting spaces, tech training and support, and willingness to host public workshops. -
Who can help me explore my concept?
UVA LAW Community Solutions Clinic
Contact: shalf@law.virginia.edu
Services include resources and coaching for evaluating a community-driven idea -
Where can I learn about how to fund a community-driven idea?
Charlottesville Area Community Foundation
Contact: 434-296-1024 | info@cacfonline.org
Services include support for community-driven ideas and funding opportunities -
Who can help me with a small business start up?
Community Investment Collaborative
Contact: 434-218-3481
info@cicville.org
Services includes starting small businesses, business training, and counseling -
Who can connect me with nonprofit resources and support?
Center for Nonprofit Excellence
Contact: 434-244-3330
Services include nonprofit start up guide and connections to other resources and support for nonprofits -
Who can help support my existing nonprofit?
UVA LAW Nonprofit Law Clinic
Contact: maynard@boydandsipe.com
Services includes “legal health check” and project-based support -
Who can help me with fiscal sponsorship?
Virginia Organizing
Contact: 434-984-4655
info@virginia-organizing.org
Services include joint plans of work (fiscal sponsorship)
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