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News and Information
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Program/Project Media Planning: TODAY! 12 noon - 1:30pm.  In this Brown Bag Lunch,  Marijean Jaggers will take you through the steps of developing a media plan and determining what is newsworthy.  Free for members.  RSVP now by email or phone (434-244-3330)

Board Development -- Soup to Nuts: Wednesday, September 19, 9 am - 12 noon.  Whether you are looking to build your board, or if you're hoping to improve the one you've got, this seminar will help you ensure that your board has a positive, productive relationship with your organization.  Board members and Executive Directors are encouraged to attend. Find out more. 

Don't forget: Several pages on our website, including many linked-to from the newsletter, will become available to members-only on October 1!  Become a member and continue receiving access to all of the CNE's resources.

New Articles and Tools

  • Trying to figure out what donor-database software is right for your organization?  This article will help get you started.
  • Current economic volatility could have repercussions in the nonprofit sector.  Find out more. 
  • The IRS Office of Exempt Organizations has developed 5 interactive, online trainings to help you maintain your tax exempt status and meet your filing deadlines.  Check them out. 

Share What You Know, Find What You Need
Let us know what you need help finding or what you know and would like to share!

  • Are you a young professional working with nonprofits?  Are you interested in meeting some?  Email jessica@thecne.org if you're interested in learning more about networking opportunities for young nonprofit professionals.  
  • Leadership Charlottesville is accepting proposals from area organizations with project ideas to be carried out by the program participants.  Find out more.
  • Familiar with Giftworks?  Pat Bean would appreciate some insight from someone who has used it.  Contact Pat, 973-0993
  • Looking for relevant educational opportunities?  Look through our list of trainings from across the state!

Funding Updates from the CNE database  

  • This Foundation gives to organizations that address the needs of people living with paralysis and their loved ones.  More info.   
  • These Awards reward initiatives in digital knowledge-networking.  Find out more. 
  • This group awards organizations that provide resources and trainings to veterans interested in business.  See more info. 
  • Review the grants with open or rolling deadlines.  See more.  . 

Upcoming Local Events from the CNE calendar 

CNE MEMBERS: Submit your upcoming events to jessica@thecne.org by Wednesday at 2pm to have them listed!

September 6 - CNE Brown Bag Lunch on Program/Project Media Planning. Details.

September 7 - JABA hosts the Nelson County Senior Fun Day.  Details. 

September 11 - Legal Aid Justice Center will receive 10% of Orzo's revenue.  Details. 

September 11 - Comfort Measures for Childbirth with Birth Matters, part of the Childbirth Series.  Details. 

September 11 - Mental Health America hosts its Stamp Out The Stigma Annual Golf Challenge.  Details.

September 15 - Ramsey's Draft Wilderness Area Hike with Wild Virginia.  Details. 

September 15 - African American Teaching Fellows of Charlottesville-Albemarle are hosting a Silent Art Auction.  Details

September 16 - Rivanna River Canoe and Kayak Trip with the Rivanna Conservation Society.  Details. 

September 17 - Birth Matter's Birth Circle.  Details.

September 18 - Legal Aid Justice Center will receive 10% of Orzo's revenue.  Details.   

September 18 - Evening with a Midwife with Birth Matters, part of the Childbirth Series.  Details. 

September 18 - The Blue Ridge Irish Music School hosts an Evening with Tommy Sands, Irish musician and activist.  Details. 

September 19 - CNE Seminar "Board Development-- Soup to Nuts."  Details. 

September 21 - The Women's Initiative Open House.  Details. 

September 22 - Free Birth Fair hosted by Birth Matters.  Details. 

September 25 - Relaxation, Rhythm, Ritual: The 3Rs of Childbirth,  part of Birth Matter's Childbirth Series.  Details. 

September 25 - Legal Aid Justice Center will receive 10% of Orzo's revenue.  Details.

September 29 - Puttin' on the Dog fundraiser for Service Dogs of Virginia.  Details.

October 1 - French classes with Alliance Francaise begin.  Details. 

October 4 - CNE Brown Bag Lunch on How to Write a Survey.  Details.

October 5 - Virginia Institute of Autism's 2007 Gala.  Details.   

Browse all upcoming events here.

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Please join the CNE in our effort to maximize the impact of the nonprofit community. Contact us.

Sincerely,
The Center for Nonprofit Excellence
PO Box 5652
Charlottesville, VA 22905
434.244.3330
www.thecne.org

Center for Nonprofit Excellence