Copyright (c) 1996-2007 Constant Contact. All rights reserved. Except as permitted under a separate written agreement with Constant Contact, neither the Constant Contact software, nor any content that appears on any Constant Contact site, including but not limited to, web pages, newsletters, or templates may be reproduced, republished, repurposed, or distributed without the prior written permission of Constant Contact. For inquiries regarding reproduction or distribution of any Constant Contact material, please contact legal@constantcontact.com.
Center for Nonprofit Excellence

The following are highlights from our website. This is just a sample of what you can find there.


News and Information from the CNE website 

Mission & Vision: CNE Seminar, October 17.  Jennifer Till of Bridgewater Innovations will help you learn to identify your core values so you can develop a vision that inspires people.  Find out more.

Special Technology Workshops: These workshops are designed to teach you about how technology works and how it can work for you.  Each is $20 for members, $30 for nonmembers and will be held on consecutive Tuesdays from 9-11 am.  Space is limited, so sign up early!  Find out more. 

  • Internet 101: October 30.  James Weissman of Vexaway Computer Solutions will help you get a better grip on how the internet works, email, the importance of backing up your data and how you can do it.
  • E-Newsletters: November 6.  Kristy Amacker of Mindshare Interactive Campaigns will familiarize participants with the tools and tricks of creating effective newsletters.
  • Blogging for Beginners: November 13 - Marijean Jaggers of Standing Partnership will teach you the basics of blogging, including the vocabulary and best practices so you know how to get yours going.   

New Articles from the CNE website. 

  • In want of compensation statistics for the sector?  Get some of the highlights here. 
  • Looking to hire someone but not sure about how well their experience and personal characteristics are going to transfer?  This article will give some insight about things to consider. Read more.
  • Learn why it is imperative that you strategically select board members to fit the needs of your organization and how to do it. Find out more.   

National Links from the CNE website.

  • This site is full of information for nonprofit job seekers and nonprofits looking to hire.  Check it out.   
  • This site has a number of useful FAQs and Reference Guides  on topics like starting nonprofits, special events, proposal writing, technology and much more.  See more.
  • This site promotes a model of mission-based sustainable fundraising and has a number of related resources available. More info.
  • Our Local Links page also includes sites from area organizations and resources that may be of interest to you. 

Share What You Know, Find What You Need
 Let us know what you need help finding, or tell us about something you know and want to share!

  • VANNO is having an Informational meeting about the new group health insurance program including information about plans and enrollment.  Details.
  • There were no new jobs submitted this week, but you can always view our lists of job opportunities and volunteer opportunities.   
  • We split the classes and conferences into 2 pages to make it easier for you to find what you're looking for! 

Funding Updates from the CNE database  

  • Applications are being accepted for the Emily Couric Community Advocacy Award.  Find out more. 
  • This corporate-sponsored foundation supports healthy minds, bodies and communities.  Find out more. 
  • This award recognizes emerging musicians who have a disability.  Get the details.
  • This fund has wide-ranging priorities, and a special interest in start-up organizations and programs.  Details.
  • This fellowship seeks to increase university diversity by funding pre-doctoral, dissertation, and postdoctoral students intending to pursue careers as professors.  Get more info. 
  • Check out the full list of funding opportunities on 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!

October 13 - Faulkner's Long, Hot Summer presented by the Fluvanna County Arts Council. Details.

October 13 - Volunteer Recruitment and Orientation for Fluvanna Meals on Wheels. Details.

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

October 14 - Rivanna River Canoe and Kayak Trip with Rivanna Conservation Society. Details.

October 14 - Faulkner's Long, Hot Summer presented by the Fluvanna County Arts Council. Details.

October 15 - Free Acupuncture Demonstration at the FOCUS Women's Resource Center. Details.

October 15 - Rivanna Conservation Society Director's Presentation. Details. 

October 16 - 10% Tuesday at Orzo to benefit Boys & Girls Club. Details.

October 16 - Marching Toward Justice - Legal Aid Justice Center's 40th Anniversary fall event. Details.

October 16 - Premiere of Down in the Old Belt: Voices from the Tobacco South on WHTJ. Details.   

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

October 17 - Free Stress Management Workshop at The Women's Initiative. Details. 

October 17 - Working Together: Men Taking Action on Violence Against Women hosted by Shelter for Help in Emergency. Details.

October 18 - World Water Monitoring Day Sponsored by the Rivanna Conservation Society. Details.

October 18 - The Clean Water Act, 35 Years and Counting, a Rivanna Conservation Society brown bag lunch.  Details. 

October 18 - Albemarle Board of Supervisors Candidates Forum. Details.

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

October 19 - Online Business Presentation hosted by FOCUS Women's Resource Center.  Details. 

October 19 - Virginia Nonprofit Conference Call on Sustainable Funding with Benevon. Details.

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

October 23 - 10% Tuesday at Orzo to benefit the Boys & Girls Club.  Details.

October 24 - Returning from War: Increasing the Risk of Violence in the Family hosted by Shelter for Help in Emergency. Details.

October 24 - Drink New Art, a benefit for Second Street Gallery. Details.

October 24 - Stress Management Workshop at The Women's Initiative. Details.

October 24 - Don't Borrow Trouble - a presentation on predatory lending by the Piedmont Housing Alliance.  Details.

October 25 - Yard & Plant Sale - Preview Sale at the Senior Center.  Details.

October 25 - Deadline for First Amendment Writes: A Poetry and Songwriting Contest. Details.

October 26 - Yard & Plant Sale at the Senior Center.  Details.

October 26 - Annual Award Banquet for the Charlottesville Police, hosted by the Charlottesville Police Department Foundation.  Details.  

October 27 - Yard & Plant Sale - 1/2 Price Sale at the Senior Center.  Details.

October 28 - Trees - Hunting and Gathering with the Rivanna Conservation Society.  Details. 

October 28 - 2nd Annual Bone Appetit Trick or Treat with Service Dogs of Virginia. Details. 

October 30 - CNE Fall Technology Workshop, Internet 101. Details.

October 30 - 10% Tuesday at Orzo to benefit the Boys & Girls Club. Details.

October 31 - Abuse in the Home: Family Pets in Danger a presentation hosted by Shelter for Help in Emergency.  Details.

November 1 - Center for Nonprofit Excellence Brown Bag Lunch on Lobbying - Who Can Do It and How? Details.

November 3 - 5K Run for Shelter benefit for the Shelter for Help in Emergency. Details.

November 3 - Young Family Camp for families with young children with special needs at Camp Holiday Trails. Details.

November 5 - Thomas Jefferson Center for Freedom of Expression: First Amendment Writes Finalists Performance.  Details.

November 7 - Stress Management Support Group at The Women's Initiative.  Details.  

November 9 - Second Annual House Party Gala benefit for Albemarle Housing Improvement Program.  Details.

November 10 - 20th Anniversary Gala & Auction, a benefit for AIDS/HIV Services Group. Details.

Browse all upcoming events here.

CNE Members: post your news for free! Part of the benefits of membership.

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