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Center for Nonprofit Excellence CNE supports nonprofits as a champion, learning partner, and advisor to help create equitable, thriving, and just communities across Virginia.

Don’t miss your chance to join us for CNE’s 20th Anniversary Philanthropy Day Luncheon on October 28. Registration close...
10/13/2026

Don’t miss your chance to join us for CNE’s 20th Anniversary Philanthropy Day Luncheon on October 28. Registration closes tomorrow, October 14, and the final tickets are going fast!

Meet the speakers joining us as we celebrate two decades of strengthening Virginia’s nonprofit sector:

Keynote Speaker: Lt. Governor Ghazala F. Hashmi, Virginia’s 43rd Lieutenant Governor, former educator, and state senator

Panelist: David Daniels, CEO of the Bainum Family Foundation

Panelist: Dr. Akilah Watkins, President and CEO of Independent Sector

Panel Moderator: Dr. Mariane Asad Doyle, CEO of CNE

Swipe through to learn more about each speaker, then join us to celebrate the people and partners who have built community alongside us for 20 years.

Wednesday, October 28
11:30 am to 1:30 pm
The Club at Glenmore, Keswick, VA

Reserve your seat by Wednesday, 10/14!
https://thecne.org/philanthropy-day/

Thank you to our 20th Anniversary Impact Partner & Presenting Sponsor, Wells Fargo; our Gold Sponsor, Woodard Properties; our Silver Sponsors, ArmstrongMcGuire, Charlottesville Area Community Foundation, and United Way of Greater Charlottesville; and our Supporting Sponsors, Piedmont Environmental Council, Piedmont Virginia Community College, UVA Division for Community Engagement & Equal Opportunity, Virginia Humanities, The Curtis Group, and UVA Health Office of Community Engagement & Health Outcomes.

We’re grateful to United Way of Greater Charlottesville for supporting Philanthropy Day as a Silver Sponsor. Their suppo...
10/12/2026

We’re grateful to United Way of Greater Charlottesville for supporting Philanthropy Day as a Silver Sponsor. Their support helps us recognize the philanthropists and leaders who have shaped CNE and helped Virginia’s nonprofit sector grow stronger.

This year’s event is especially meaningful because it also marks CNE’s 20th anniversary. We’ll be celebrating the community that has made 20 years of impact possible.

Join us in Charlottesville on October 28. Registration closes this Wednesday, October 14! Reserve your spot at thecne.org/philanthropy-day

Indigenous Peoples' Day is a time to honor the rich histories, cultures, and enduring contributions of Indigenous people...
10/12/2026

Indigenous Peoples' Day is a time to honor the rich histories, cultures, and enduring contributions of Indigenous peoples while recognizing the importance of listening to and learning from Indigenous communities.

At CNE, we believe stronger communities are built by embracing diverse perspectives, fostering meaningful relationships, and working toward a more equitable future. Today and every day, we recognize the resilience, leadership, and lasting impact of Indigenous peoples across Virginia and beyond.

Thank you to the Charlottesville Area Community Foundation for joining us as a Silver Sponsor of Philanthropy Day. Their...
10/06/2026

Thank you to the Charlottesville Area Community Foundation for joining us as a Silver Sponsor of Philanthropy Day. Their generosity makes it possible to celebrate the philanthropists and leaders who have helped shape CNE and strengthen Virginia's nonprofit sector.

This year's celebration carries extra meaning as we mark CNE's 20th anniversary and honor the community behind two decades of impact.

We hope to see you in Charlottesville on October 28. Save your seat: https://thecne.org/philanthropy-day/

Join us this Friday for the first session of our Advocacy Lunch & Learn Series: Intro to Voter Engagement!We're gatherin...
10/05/2026

Join us this Friday for the first session of our Advocacy Lunch & Learn Series: Intro to Voter Engagement!

We're gathering on October 9 from 12 to 1 pm on Zoom, in partnership with the Dan River Nonprofit Network. If voter engagement is new to you or your organization, this session is a great place to start. We’ll explore why voter engagement matters for nonprofits, the dos and don’ts of remaining nonpartisan, and practical ways your organization can encourage civic participation while staying focused on your mission.

Bring your lunch, bring your questions, and join us. And watch for a new Advocacy Lunch & Learn each month.

Register: https://lnkd.in/etYMSgBY

Thank you to Woodard Properties for joining us as a Gold Sponsor of Philanthropy Day. Their support helps us recognize t...
10/02/2026

Thank you to Woodard Properties for joining us as a Gold Sponsor of Philanthropy Day. Their support helps us recognize the philanthropists and leaders whose work has strengthened CNE and Virginia's nonprofit sector.

This year holds special meaning as we mark 20 years of CNE and honor the community that has carried us here.

Join us on October 28 from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm at The Club at Glenmore. Register: https://thecne.org/philanthropy-day/

We’ve partnered with National Council of Nonprofits and Nonprofit VOTE to release a new Virginia Voter Engagement Guide ...
09/30/2026

We’ve partnered with National Council of Nonprofits and Nonprofit VOTE to release a new Virginia Voter Engagement Guide to help nonprofits engage confidently and appropriately in voter education and outreach.

This resource provides tools and guidance to help nonprofits engage their communities in the upcoming election. Access the full guide here ➜ https://thecne.org/2026-voter-engagement-guide/

NCN and Nonprofit VOTE will also be hosting a free public webinar tomorrow, Thursday, October 1, at 2 pm on how nonprofits can prepare for the 2026 election season. Register here ➜ https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_xUkv4GhwTUKdcsIEdrNg4w #/registration

Last chance to register for tomorrow's webinar with ArmstrongMcGuire! Join ArmstrongMcGuire for a virtual roundtable fea...
09/29/2026

Last chance to register for tomorrow's webinar with ArmstrongMcGuire!

Join ArmstrongMcGuire for a virtual roundtable featuring philanthropic leaders from North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, and Tennessee, sharing what's shaping their funding decisions today and what it means for nonprofits across the region.

Tomorrow/Wednesday, September 30, at 12 pm via Zoom
Register: https://bit.ly/46Jobuy

We're grateful to Armstrong McGuire & Associates, one of our Philanthropy Day Silver Sponsors, for supporting this event...
09/28/2026

We're grateful to Armstrong McGuire & Associates, one of our Philanthropy Day Silver Sponsors, for supporting this event. Their partnership helps us honor the philanthropists and leaders who've shaped CNE and the sector we serve.

This year is especially meaningful. We're marking CNE's 20th anniversary and the community that made those 20 years possible.

Join us on October 28 in Charlottesville. Register: https://thecne.org/philanthropy-day/

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