Every year, Community Foundation Week illuminates the vital role community foundations play in strengthening the places we call home. Uniquely positioned to understand and respond to our local community needs, community foundations serve as connectors, conveners, and catalysts for change.
Community foundations are deeply embedded in the fabric of our regions. We manage charitable funds from individuals, families, and businesses, and strategically invest those resources to support nonprofits, address urgent needs, and foster long-term solutions. Whether it's funding youth programs, supporting disaster relief, or advancing economic mobility, community foundations tailor our efforts to reflect the values and priorities of our communities.
Additionally, community foundations have the distinct ability to:
- Build local partnerships: We collaborate with nonprofits, government agencies, and business leaders to align efforts and maximize impact.
- Respond quickly to crises: With deep local knowledge and flexible funding, we can mobilize resources rapidly during emergencies.
- Preserve donor intent: We are trusted charitable giving partners, helping donors create lasting legacies through endowments and planned giving, ensuring that charitable goals endure for generations to come.
Through strategic philanthropy and bold community leadership, the Community Foundation for Northern Virginia is committed to building a region that works for everyone. We’re constantly exploring new ways to leverage our networks in trusted, collaborative efforts that uplift our neighbors, friends, families, and fellow community members.
One of the ways we do this is by offering timely and insightful educational opportunities that deepen our understanding of the evolving landscape of charitable giving. These sessions are designed to inform, inspire, and bring us closer to the heart of what it means to give with purpose.
UPCOMING EVENTS
We’re kicking off Community Foundation Week with energy and purpose!
Join the Community Foundation for Northern Virginia for an informative and practical webinar designed to help you maximize the impact and efficiency of your charitable giving through a Donor-Advised Fund (DAF). Whether you're new to DAFs or looking to deepen your understanding, this session will walk you through the essentials and advanced strategies for using your fund effectively.
Date: Wednesday, November 12
Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM ET
Location: Virtual (Zoom link provided upon registration)
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There’s been a lot of change across the DMV in 2025. How is that impacting individuals, families, community members, and the nonprofits across the region who support them, and how can donors respond? Join the Community Foundation for Northern Virginia and Schar School of Policy and Government of George Mason University for an in-depth look at the latest Insight Region® report, The State of Nonprofits in Northern Virginia. This webinar will highlight key findings from recent research, offering a data-driven perspective into the challenges and opportunities facing our region’s nonprofit sector.
Designed for donors, professional advisors, and Northern Virginia business leaders, the session will provide practical takeaways to inform year-end giving strategies as well as longer-term philanthropic planning. Learn how you can support the resilience and sustainability of local nonprofits and make a meaningful impact in our community.
Date: Thursday, November 20
Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM ET
Location: Virtual (Zoom link provided upon registration)
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