We use the 7 Actionable Principles for a Strong Social Sector as a framework for our trainings. Please visit the 7AP website to learn more.

CNE offers a variety of training opportunities across a spectrum of topics relevant to nonprofit staff, board members, and volunteers. We aim to nurture community, collaboration, and collective growth, while elevating your skills and cultivating an environment where learning is reciprocal, relationships are cultivated, and our robust community of practice flourishes.

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Registration will close at 5:00 p.m. the day prior to the training date. All times posted are in the Eastern time zone.

University of Virginia faculty, staff, and students qualify for discounted rates on CNE’s trainings. For details, please contact Senior Manager of Learning & Impact, Brian T. Ullman.

Upcoming Trainings

So You Want To Be A Treasurer

April 17, 2025 9:00 am – April 17, 2025 12:00 pm
Hybrid: Center for Nonprofit Excellence & via Zoom

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. […]

Leaders of Color Collective- Impacts of Resiliency

April 22, 2025 5:00 pm – April 22, 2025 7:00 pm
Zoom

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 […]

Treasurers Discussion Group – April

April 22, 2025 9:00 am – April 22, 2025 10:00 am
Hybrid: Center for Nonprofit Excellence & via Zoom

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 […]

Marketing and Communications Discussion Group – April

April 24, 2025 9:00 am – April 24, 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.  […]

Coaching Edge for Leaders

April 29, 2025 1:00 pm – April 29, 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, […]

Trauma-Informed Approaches for De-escalation

April 30, 2025 9:30 am – April 30, 2025 11:30 am
Zoom

This workshop, Trauma-Informed Approaches for De-escalation, equips participants with practical skills to navigate challenging situations using trauma-informed techniques. The session focuses on fostering calm communication and positive interactions through safety, regulation, connection, and story-sharing. Attendees will learn how to create a prepared environment, develop clear plans for intervention, and utilize effective verbal and non-verbal strategies to […]

Leaders of Color Collective: Advancing Allyship

May 13, 2025 5:00 pm – May 13, 2025 7:00 pm
Zoom

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: "Advancing Allyship" This workshop picks up where we left off—talking about how we build […]

Board Essentials-Spring

May 15, 2025 9:00 am – May 15, 2025 11:00 am
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 Senior Manager, Brian Ullman on Thursday, May 15 at 9:00 am for this session designed to give board members a jump start on effective board service. Drawing from CNE’s Board Academy curriculum and feedback from […]

Lunch & Learn: Energy Savings & Climate Solutions for Nonprofits

May 20, 2025 11:30 am – May 20, 2025 1:00 pm
Center for Nonprofit Excellence

Join us for a Lunch & Learn in partnership with the Community Climate Collaborative (C3), free for CNE members. Learn how your organization can improve energy efficiency, reduce bills with no- and low-cost improvements, and access financial incentives for climate-friendly upgrades like heat pumps, solar power, and EV charging stations. We'll cover options for organizations […]

Navigating Legal Uncertainty: What Nonprofits Need to Know- Statewide

May 22, 2025 2:00 pm – May 22, 2025 4:00 pm
Zoom

The legal landscape for nonprofits is shifting—are you prepared? From evolving policies to unexpected challenges, staying ahead requires knowledge, strategy, and adaptability. This program will equip you with the tools to confidently navigate legal uncertainties, analyze the impact of policy changes, and develop proactive strategies to safeguard your mission. Through interactive discussions, participants will gain […]