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Charlottesville Area Community Foundation The Community Foundation skillfully connects the right people, programs and resources to help local communities realize opportunities for positive change.

Our mission is to improve the quality of life for those living and working in the city of Charlottesville and the counties of Albemarle, Buckingham, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa, Nelson, and Orange. We believe that strong community relationships, collaborative problem-solving, and broad engagement are powerful forces for change. We are committed to centering the experiences of those who are most impacted by problems and to widening access to our resources (both monetary and non-monetary) and ensuring they are equally distributed.

From tents in a flood plain to a safe place to sleep. 🏠Our President and CEO Leslie Lynn Smith spoke with CBS19 News abo...
10/14/2026

From tents in a flood plain to a safe place to sleep. 🏠

Our President and CEO Leslie Lynn Smith spoke with CBS19 News about the campaign to make Holiday Drive Charlottesville’s first permanent, year-round, low-barrier shelter.

In its first month, the shelter welcomed 112 guests, and seven have already moved into permanent housing. Now we’re working with the City and our donors to finish the job: a commercial kitchen, medical facilities and indoor bathrooms, all while the shelter stays open.

We’re halfway to our goal. Help us finish what this community started.

📺 Watch: https://www.cbs19news.com/news/holiday-drive-getting-funds-to-become-permanent-year-round-shelter/article_55d3c9c5-319b-4c42-abbe-4279f351ea84.html

💛 Give: cacfonline.org/holidaydrive

Big ideas. Bold conversations. Stronger communities.CACF President & CEO Leslie joined the stage at DisruptHR Charlottes...
10/08/2026

Big ideas. Bold conversations. Stronger communities.

CACF President & CEO Leslie joined the stage at DisruptHR Charlottesville this week, bringing a philanthropic perspective to an evening dedicated to challenging conventional thinking, sparking new ideas, and reimagining how we lead.

The event was also a powerful reminder of what happens when a community comes together for a shared purpose. Proceeds benefited Computers4Kids (C4K), helping young people in our region access the technology, mentorship, and opportunities they need to thrive.

Thank you to the DisruptHR Charlottesville team, fellow speakers, and everyone who made the evening such a success!

This coming week is Active Aging Week (Oct. 5-11), a global campaign celebrating the abilities, achievements, and contri...
10/01/2026

This coming week is Active Aging Week (Oct. 5-11), a global campaign celebrating the abilities, achievements, and contributions of older adults.

Here in the Charlottesville area, older adults are mentoring young people, volunteering, leading nonprofits, and strengthening our neighborhoods every day. We're proud to support the organizations that help them stay connected, engaged, and thriving.

Thank you to all the neighbors who show us that contribution has no age limit. 💙

Next Tuesday, October 6, our CEO Leslie Smith takes the stage at DisruptHR Charlottesville with a five-minute talk calle...
09/29/2026

Next Tuesday, October 6, our CEO Leslie Smith takes the stage at DisruptHR Charlottesville with a five-minute talk called "The Most Human Thing We'll Ever Do."

As AI grows more capable, it's tempting to measure people by what they produce. Leslie's talk asks a different question: what happens when we keep humanity, not just humans, at the center of the future we're building? It's humanity's choice in the age of AI, and it's ours to make.

Join us at Live Arts in downtown Charlottesville for a night of fast-paced talks on the future of work and talent, plus networking, drinks, and light fare. DisruptHR sold out last year, and 100% of ticket and concession proceeds benefit C4K's STEAM mentoring for local youth.

Tickets ($45): https://www.eventbrite.com/e/disrupthrcharlottesville-2026-tickets-1988597918907

Big news for Charlottesville's arts community 🎨 The City of Charlottesville, Va is seeking proposals from consultants t...
08/31/2026

Big news for Charlottesville's arts community 🎨 The City of Charlottesville, Va is seeking proposals from consultants to help build a centralized arts program — including a new independent Arts Council and a Public Arts Commission to manage the city's public art collection. Know someone who'd be a great fit? Proposals are due September 21, 2026. Full RFP here: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/charlottesville/projects/29127

We're honored to share that our organization has been nominated for the Service Organization Impact Award as part of Uni...
08/21/2026

We're honored to share that our organization has been nominated for the Service Organization Impact Award as part of United Way of Greater Charlottesville's 2026 Caring for Community Awards!

This award recognizes nonprofits, faith-based organizations, and ministries that go above and beyond to serve the community and create lasting positive change.

Thank you to whoever in our community took the time to nominate us — this recognition means so much. We're grateful to be counted among the organizations doing this work in our region.

We're proud to help amplify this opportunity from our partners at Central Arizona Shelter Services.CASS is hiring for fo...
08/14/2026

We're proud to help amplify this opportunity from our partners at Central Arizona Shelter Services.

CASS is hiring for four roles in Charlottesville, VA:
• Director of Programs
• Shelter Support Supervisor
• Shelter Support Staff
• Custodian

If you're looking for meaningful work supporting individuals and families experiencing homelessness, learn more and apply at cacfonline.org/careers.

Blue Ridge Area Coalition for the Homeless seeks an experienced Project Manager for a senior implementation and coordina...
07/22/2026

Blue Ridge Area Coalition for the Homeless seeks an experienced Project Manager for a senior implementation and coordination role. This role is based in Charlottesville, VA and requires regular in-person presence for on-site coordination and stakeholder meetings.

Rolling application deadline: July 31, 2026.

Visit cacfonline.org/careers to learn more and apply.

07/22/2026

To solve homelessness, we first need to understand its true scale. Don't just talk about the housing crisis. Walk the streets to help solve it. Register for the Summer Point in Time Count; volunteers are still needed!





The Louisa County Community Fund at CACF is pleased to announce its 2026 grant funding decisions, totaling $93,000 and s...
07/01/2026

The Louisa County Community Fund at CACF is pleased to announce its 2026 grant funding decisions, totaling $93,000 and supporting 26 area nonprofits.

Each grant cycle is supported by a committee of Louisa County residents who understand the needs of their community, the county's nonprofit sector, and the grantmaking process.

Scroll through for a full list of the Spring 2026 recipients.

Since 2007, the Louisa County Community Fund has awarded nearly $1.4M to organizations that impact lives in Louisa County through its annual grant cycle.

Visit https://cacfonline.org/louisa-county-community-fund-lccf-awards-93000-to-26-area-nonprofits/ to read more.

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