A Legacy of Stewardship Lives On
When ANSER launched their Community Giving Fund in partnership with the Community Foundation for Northern Virginia, the goal was clear: to make a meaningful difference in the communities where its employees live and work. For the inaugural grant cycle, ANSER chose to honor one of its own—Tom Apperson, Senior Advisor at Avalon Net Worth, a dedicated Board member who served for more than 20 years and retired this November.
Donor-advised funds (DAFs) have become one of the most popular tools for managing charitable giving. Yet many clients—and even some advisors—don’t realize they can access a more personal, connected version of this tool through their local Community Foundation.
President and CEO, Renée Byng Yancey, was featured on the November 21 episode of Give Better Get Better as part of their CEO Series. In this conversation with host, Josh Dukelow, Renée discussed the critical role of the Community Foundation for Northern Virginia (CFNOVA)—and how we’re working to maximize charitable impact during a time of unprecedented need.
The Community Foundation of Northern Virginia hosted a webinar on the State of Nonprofits in Northern Virginia, featuring data and research from Insight Region® in partnership with the Schar School of Policy and Government at George Mason University. The presentation highlighted the challenges faced by nonprofits, including reduced government funding, declining donations, and increased demand for services, as well as the impact of the recent government shutdown.
Spotlight on Jerry Casagrande, Executive Director and Founder of Wilderness Kids Alexandria
Meet one of our 2025 grantees making a difference in Northern Virginia! In this video, Jerry shares the mission behind Wilderness Kids Alexandria, the challenges they face, and the opportunities ahead.
When federal funding shifts, the ripple effects are immediate. Individuals and families feel it in closed parks, scaled back after-school and Head-Start programs, and food banks and pantries stretched thin. These services often mark the line between stability and crisis for members of the community and the nonprofit organizations serving community needs across the Northern Virginia region.
At the Community Foundation for Northern Virginia, we asked: How are nonprofits in Northern Virginia weathering this storm? What can we do – as funders, donors and partners – to help?
Are you an attorney, CPA, or financial advisor with charitably inclined clients—but unsure how to start the conversation? You're not alone.
Many professionals find it challenging to recognize charitable intent and even more difficult to navigate those discussions without a clear framework.
To help, we’re sharing a hypothetical case example with practical tips to show how these conversations can unfold and lead to meaningful outcomes.
As attorneys, CPAs, and financial advisors, you are well aware that the last couple months of the year are very busy with clients’ tax planning! It’s also a busy time for charitable giving. A whopping 40 percent of online giving happens in December (Neon One, September 2025). The Community Foundation team is honored to work closely with you and your clients on year-end giving strategies. Here are seven reminders to keep in mind as you work with clients in the busy weeks ahead.
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