VACAP News

August 2025

Inside this Issue


  • VACAP Annual Summit Early Bird Deadline Today, August 22!
  • R3PIC Webinar Series
  • Virginia Energy SPARK Youth Workforce Pilot Program
  • VACAP and Virginia CASH Campaign Bonfire and Lands' End Stores
  • TechSoup Webinar: Strengthen Your Nonprofit's Social Media Presence

VACAP Annual Summit Early Bird Deadline Today, August 22!


Register now for the VACAP Annual Summit and take advantage of early bird pricing for members through this Friday, August 22.


We invite you to join us on September 29-October 1, 2025 at the Virginia Department of Social Services headquarters and newly expanded training center in the Richmond region (5600 Cox Road in Glen Allen, VA).


The event is designed to meet the training priorities of VACAP member CEOs, senior leaders, program managers, data managers, planners, fiscal/HR staff and all agency staff. New this year are more break out sessions in new training rooms, two networking receptions and self-care opportunities! You will not want to miss the key state and federal updates from our funders and partners and new training and networking opportunities.


On Monday afternoon September 29, OEO will present a CSBG Performance Management Pre-Conference and The Virginia CASH Campaign Fall Classic will kick off. Both training sessions will have learning opportunities for both program staff and new opportunities for CEOs/senior leaders to explore opportunities with our core funders.


On Tuesday September 30 join multiple whole family focused session, key updates from Wipfli on fiscal matters, data tools, and new opportunities in early childhood, eviction prevention, interacting with local government and professional development.


On Wednesday, October 1, get ready to learn about overcoming the benefits cliff, weatherization, affordable housing, digital opportunity funding, trauma informed care training and a focus on self care opportunities.


Registration closes on September 19, 2025. 


Please click links below for the full agenda, hotel information, list of sponsors who make this event possible, and to register along with pricing information.


Summit Agenda:  https://cvent.me/w7dgd2


Registration: https://cvent.me/0avg7D


Summary with More Details: https://cvent.me/BPVmXz

R3PIC Webinar Series


The 2025 Region 3 Webinar Series offers a two-part learning experience designed to enhance knowledge and practical application for CAAs in Region 3 (VA, MD, WV, DC, DE, PA). Each topic begins with an engaging webinar, providing key insights and expert perspectives. Then, participants can join a Deep Dive session at a later date to explore the content further, ask questions, and discuss real-world applications with peers.


September 4th and 10th - Workplace Violence Prevention and De-Escalation: a two-part webinar series designed to equip you with the skills and strategies to prevent workplace violence and effectively de-escalate tense situations.


December 4th and 10th - Providing Effective Feedback: a two-part series that will guide you through the foundational principles of giving constructive and impactful feedback, followed by a deep dive session that takes you beyond theory and into real-world applications.


Learn more and register for the September webinars here: https://members.thecaap.org/ap/Events/Register/g4FZy5xCzCyCo


Learn more and register for the December webinars here: https://members.thecaap.org/ap/Events/Register/G9F2vX1INCxCK

Virginia Energy SPARK Youth Workforce Pilot Program


Virginia Energy has launched the Skilled Pathways for Advancement, Resilience & Knowledge (SPARK) Youth Workforce Pilot Program, providing participants with skills training and mentorship that will open doors to career pathways in clean energy, energy efficiency, and emerging technologies.


Learn more here: https://energy.virginia.gov/energy/spark.shtml

VACAP and Virginia CASH Campaign Bonfire and Lands' End Stores


Show your Virginia Community Action Partnership or Virginia CASH Campaign pride with items and apparel. Items available through Bonfire include shirts, outerwear, flags, mugs, tote bags, and notebooks. Lands' End has a wider array of shirts, polos, jackets, and other accessories.


Access the Bonfire store here: https://www.bonfire.com/store/virginia-community-action-partnership/


Access the Lands' End store here: https://www.bonfire.com/store/virginia-community-action-partnership/

TechSoup Webinar: Strengthen Your Nonprofit's Social Media Presence


In this webinar, TechSoup will share the latest best practices for nonprofit social media in 2025 - what platforms matter, what content drives engagement, and how to build a sustainable plan - even if you have a small team.


Learn more here: https://events.techsoup.org/events/details/techsoup-techsoup-events-and-webinars-presents-strengthen-your-nonprofits-social-media-presence-best-practices/