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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
Lunch & Learn – From Burnout to Balance
1701-A Allied Street, Charlotteville, VA 22903
FREE lunch provided! Discover how personal fulfillment can drive organizational success! Join Brennan Hilleary of CNE Member The Love No Ego Foundation as he shares his journey from burnout to balance and provides actionable strategies to help align personal values with professional roles. Through engaging activities and real-world insights, participants will learn to build powerful habits, foster […]
Marketing and Communications Discussion Group
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 […]
Development Discussion Group
1701-A Allied Street, Charlotteville, VA 22903
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
1701-A Allied Street, Charlotteville, VA 22903
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)
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 […]
Board Academy (Application Required)
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 […]