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Center for Nonprofit Excellence

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News and Information from the CNE website 

New Member Benefits:

  • Pro Bono Clinic for Non-Profits - The CNE has teamed up with Mortimer Caplin Public Service Center, Legal Aid Justice Center, and the law firm of Michie, Hamlett, Lowry, Rasmussen & Tweel to bring pro bono legal assistance and "legal check-ups" to area non-profits.  Find out more about the program and how to get involved.

  • The Choice Staffing is offering small and medium sized CNE members access to discounted rates on many of their services, such as temporary or project based administrative help, database help, or even website help! Contact us to find out more. 

How to Write a Survey: CNE Brown Bag Lunch, Thursday, October 4. Find out about the tricks of the trade - learn about the tools available and proven methods for getting the information you need.  Find out more. 

CNE Members: Don't forget that you will need your username and password starting October 1!  If you know your organization's please share it with your staff and board so they don't miss out!  If you are on the staff or board and don't know your username and password, double check with your executive director or email staff@thecne.org. 

New Job and Volunteer Opportunities  from the CNE website.
  • This history museum in Nelson County seeks a part-time Administrative Assistant.  Find out more.
  • If you've posted a job with us, please let us know when it is filled so we can take it off our website.  Email staff@thecne.org. 
  • View all job and volunteer opportunities. 

New Articles from the CNE website.

  • Feel like people aren't hearing your message?  Read about how to make your message more engaging.  See more.    
  • Learn the basic terms and concepts associated with financial management, and why you really need to know them.  Find out more. 
  • There is often a gap between the executive director and the board in strategic planning.  This article gives suggestions about how to make your strategic planning more effective by bridging the gap.  Read more. 

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!

  • Need a copier? A local business has recently replaced theirs and is interested in donating to a nonprofit.  Find out more.   
  • Thanks to André Luck for bringing this to our attention: HR Bill 2669 has passed both houses with the inclusion of loan forgiveness for nonprofit workers.  Read more about the legislation and what it means.
  • Looking for some light reading?  Visit our office and peruse through the latest Chronicle of Philanthropy, Standford Social Innovation Review , Nonprofit Quarterly or our other periodicals. 

Funding Updates from the CNE database  

  • This local organization is seeking applications from local nonprofits for grants of up to $1000.  Find out more. 
  • This humanities organization is accepting grant requests from Virginia nonprofits.  More info. 
  • This award is given to organizations or collaborations that work to create affordable housing for the homeless.  Get more information. 
  • This corporate foundation provides one-time grants to help integrate wireless technology into education delivery.  See the details. 
  • Review the full list of funding opportunities from the CNE website

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 20 - "Charlottesville Tomorrow's Survey 2007: Policy implications for local growth and development" with ASAP.  Details. 

September 21 - Virginia Discovery Museum Benefit Concert featuring the Deedle Deedle Dees. Details.

September 21 - The Women's Initiative Kick-Off Community Reception.  Details. 

September 21 - Family Health & Fitness Camp runs through the 24th at Camp Holiday Trails.  Details. 

September 22 - CCDC invites the public to vote in the MARKET VALUE competition to design Water Street.  Details. 

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

September 23 - Bug and Butterfly Bonanza, part of Rivanna Conservation Society's 4th Sundays.  Details.

September 23 - Cycling Challenge fundraiser for the Boys & Girls Club of Charlottesville.  Details. 

September 23 - Albemarle Charlottesville Historical Society quarterly meeting featuring a talk by archaeologist Dr. Jeffrey Hantman. 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 26 - Nonprofit Organization Responsibilities in Financial Reporting, led by Universal Synergy consulting.  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.   

October 6 - Harvest Moon Gala to benefit Camp Holiday Trails.  Details

October 14 - Mt. Pleasant National Scenic Area Hike with Wild Virginia.  Details.

October 17 - The Center for Nonprofit Excellence Seminar on Vision & Mission.  Details.   

October 19 - Crafting Intentional Communities hosted by JABA.  Details. 

October 21 - 2007 Start! Charlottesville Heart Walk benefit for American Heart Association.  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