VACAP News

July 2025

Inside this Issue


  • VACAP Annual Summit Registration Now Open!
  • WIPFLI Training and NCAP Conference
  • R3PIC Training and Technical Assistance Survey and Webinar Series
  • News Articles and Press Releases
  • Governor Unveils New “Virginia Has Jobs” AI Career Launch Pad
  • New Cardinal Care Managed Care Program to Serve Virginians with Medicaid
  • Governor Appoints Donna Smith to Commonwealth Council on Aging
  • VACAP and Virginia CASH Campaign Bonfire Store
  • Available Grants and Resources

VACAP Annual Summit Registration Now Open!


We are pleased to announce that the Pathways from Poverty to Prosperity Summit 2025 registration is now open.


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.


Register now and before August 22, 2025 to secure early bird rate and your spot at the Summit. Registration closes on September 19, 2025. 


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


Learn more and register today:  https://cvent.me/0avg7D

Upcoming Virtual WIPFLI Trainings and NCAP Conference


WIPFLI is offering several virtual trainings in August and September, including a boot camp for Head Start/Early Head Start regulations, a session on in-kind regulations, and multiple sessions on Uniform Guidance.


Learn more about WIPFLI events here: https://www.wipfli.com/events


The NCAP 2025 Annual Convention will take place in Detroit, MI from August 27-29th, with pre-conference activities on August 25-26. The Regular registration rate will end on July 31!


Learn more and register here: https://communityactionpartnership.com/capcon25/

R3PIC Training and Technical Assistance Survey & Webinar Series


Region 3 (our RPIC region) is developing a training/technical assistance plan for the upcoming year, and needs our input!

 

Please find below the link to the Virginia-specific survey. There is a lot of information to include, so please do your best to answer as fully as possible. We want to make sure Virginia is well-represented in the potential offerings that come as a result of the survey.

 

Thanks for your time and attention, we know that there's so much going on, and we always appreciate the thoughtful and important input that you all provide on the many requests for information. A good response is critical to federal support for training and technical assistance for the netwrok.


Complete the Region 3 Survey here no later than July 31: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/vacap2025


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

Governor Glenn Youngkin Unveils New “Virginia Has Jobs” AI Career Launch Pad


Earlier this month, Governor Youngkin announced a new website called The AI Career Launch Pad, which is expected to help Virginians explore, learn, and connect to high-demand AI and tech-related opportunities. Developed by Virginia Works in partnership with the Grow with Google program, this one-stop launch pad is designed to help working-age Virginians understand, explore, and prepare for the growing role of artificial intelligence across a wide range of industries and jobs.  


Read the press release and learn more here: https://www.governor.virginia.gov/newsroom/news-releases/2025/july/name-1053354-en.html

New Cardinal Care Managed Care program to serve Virginians with Medicaid


The new Cardinal Care Managed Care program, intended to assist 1.4 million Virginians, was announced by Gov. Glenn Youngkin and the Virginia Department of Medical Assistance Services earlier this month. The program will serve those in the Commonwealth for Medicaid starting July 1 by prioritizing member-centered care that meets the diverse needs of Medicaid members while enhancing care and support.


Learn more here: https://www.wavy.com/news/virginia/new-cardinal-care-managed-care-program-to-serve-virginians-with-medicaid/

Governor Appoints Agency CEO to Commonwealth Council on Aging


Earlier this month, Governor Glenn Youngkin appointed Donna Smith, CEO of the Eastern Shore Area Agency on Aging / Community Action Agency (ESAAA/CAA) to the Commonwealth Council on Aging.


Read the press release and additional appointments here: https://www.governor.virginia.gov/newsroom/news-releases/2025/july/name-1052857-en.html

VACAP and Virginia CASH Campaign Bonfire Store


Show your Virginia Community Action Partnership or Virginia CASH Campaign pride with new items and apparel. Items available include shirts, outerwear, flags, mugs, tote bags, and notebooks.


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

Available Grants and Resources


  • VDSS Water Safety Flyer: VDSS has produced an infographic to share safety tips related to water safety in summer months, which can be shared with families in your community.
  • Access the flyer here: https://www.dss.virginia.gov/files/division/dfs/cps/intro_page/publications/general/2022_watersafety_2sided-flyer_05032022.pdf
  • Rural Community Development Initiative Grants through USDA: USDA is accepting applications for a grant program that provides technical assistance funding for rural communities to build capacity in their existing housing, community facilities, and community/economic development programming. Electronic applications are due August 7.
  • Learn more here: https://www.rd.usda.gov/programs-services/community-facilities/rural-community-development-initiative-grants
  • VA DHCD Affordable and Special Needs Housing Program: The Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development has opened its Affordable and Special Needs Housing Grant Application for FY26, which combines National Housing Trust Fund (NHTF), HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME), Virginia Housing Trust Fund (VHTF), and Housing Innovations in Energy Efficiency (HIEE) funds towards the development of affordable multifamily rental and single-family homeownership projects across the Commonwealth. 
  • Learn more access webinar recordings here: https://www.dhcd.virginia.gov/asnh
  • VDSS SUN Bucks Program - Summer 2025: The Virginia SUN Bucks Program provides supplemental grocery funds to hundreds of thousands of children across the Commonwealth each summer.
  • Learn more here: https://virginiasunbucks.com/
  • Virginia Cooling Assistance Applications Open through August 15: VDSS will be accepting applications for the Cooling Assistance season through August 15. Eligibility is determined through local DSS offices for these Virginia Energy Assistance Program Funds.
  • Learn more here: https://www.dss.virginia.gov/benefit/ea/index.cgi


 
 

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