Legal Aid Justice Center

The Center for Nonprofit Excellence (CNE) in Charlottesville, VA is dedicated to supporting and empowering Virginia nonprofits to create equitable, thriving, and just communities. Through a variety of programs, trainings, and resources, CNE serves as a champion, learning partner, and advisor for nonprofit organizations across the state. CNE offers services such as membership benefits, leadership development programs, and community-driven resources to help nonprofits enhance their impact and effectiveness. With a commitment to values of courage, equity, collaboration, and excellence, CNE works towards building a stronger nonprofit sector in Virginia.Generated from the website

Piedmont CASA is a nonprofit agency based in Charlottesville, VA, dedicated to advocating for children in the foster care system who have experienced abuse and neglect. They recruit and train community volunteers to serve as Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASAs) for these children, providing them with support and guidance throughout the court process. Through their work, Piedmont CASA aims to restore and champion the lives of vulnerable children and youth, ensuring they receive the necessary medical and educational support, spend less time in foster care, and find safe, permanent homes. Piedmont CASA serves hundreds of boys and girls each year, ranging in age from newborn to 18, in Charlottesville, Albemarle, Greene, and Louisa, Virginia. The children they assist come from homes facing poverty and various social disadvantages, including race, sexism, and ableism. By advocating for these children and establishing strong connections, Piedmont CASA strives to improve their long-term recovery and well-being, ultimately changing their stories for the better.Generated from the website