Every year, Community Foundation Week shines a spotlight on the vital role community foundations play in strengthening the places we call home. Community Foundations are uniquely positioned to understand and respond to the needs of our local communities, serving 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.
What makes community foundations especially powerful is our 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.
Community Foundation Week is not just a celebration—it's a reminder of the transformative power of local philanthropy. By investing in community foundations, we invest in the future of our neighborhoods, towns, and cities.
The Community Foundation for Northern Virginia is committed to building a region that works for everyone—through strategic philanthropy and bold community leadership. We’re constantly exploring new ways to activate 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.
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 families 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 the report, offering a data-driven view into the challenges and opportunities facing our region’s nonprofit sector.
Designed for donors and professional advisors, as well as 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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