Learning & Engagement

Learn alongside others who care about our region

Our programs help you build confidence in your giving decisions, understand the challenges and opportunities facing our region, and meet other donors who share your interests. Whether you are new to philanthropy or have been giving for decades, donors who take part often find their giving more rewarding.

The 2025 Giving Together Insights cohort and Community Foundation staff at the program’s closing session.

Our signature learning programs

Insights & Impact

Virtual

Monthly

45 minutes

Join our expert staff, as well as community leaders, for short conversations that either highlight a large-scale project shaping our region or practical strategies for giving with greater impact and satisfaction.

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Giving Together Insights

In person

Annual Fall Series

6 weekly sessions

Take a deep dive into the one issue facing our community with other donors. Tour nonprofits, talk openly with local leaders, build a strategic giving plan, and get to know fellow changemakers. Each participant's contribution that is granted to nonprofits at the end of the program.

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Group discussion during tour at Sacred Heart Center
GIVING TOGETHER INSIGHTS IN ACTION

 

"You don't really understand what a community needs unless you intentionally go there."

A 2025 cohort participant

What donors learned in Southside

Over six sessions, our 2025 cohort visited nonprofits, schools, housing counselors, and a neighborhood park across Southside Richmond to see how housing, education, and work connect in families' lives.

Read the story →

Topics we explore often

Our learning sessions focus on the practical questions donors ask us most.

Engaging your family in giving

Planned giving strategies

Navigating changing tax laws

Giving fundamentals, from setting goals to evaluating nonprofits

More ways to learn and connect

Nonprofit visits

See local organizations at work. Tell your advisor what interest you, and we will arrange a visit.

Community conversations

When we host or hear of a community conversation worth your time, we will let you know.

Volunteer opportunities

Find projects by age, location, or interest in our volunteer - a great way to involve the whole family.
Visit our sister website, CFengage.org →

Our community priorities

Learn how our region is working together to expand housing, rewarding work, education, and access to health care.

Looking for upcoming events? See what is on our calendar, or ask your advisor to add you to invitation lists.

See upcoming events →

Connect With An Expert

We’re here to help you make an impact. Let’s connect and explore the possibilities.