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Check back often for the latest state and national events, resources, and opportunities of interest to Virginia’s local governments.

OAA webinar on housing option for children in DSS care - Oct. 9, 2025

Tuesday, September 30, 2025

Because children in the foster care system are at high risk of developing substance use disorders, the Opioid Abatement Authority (OAA) has determined it is an allowable use of opioid settlement dollars to fund efforts that reduce trauma for these kids and to support their placement in healthy family settings.....

USDA Seeks Applications for Funding to Help Rural Towns Strengthen Housing and Economic Development

Thursday, July 10, 2025

This program awards grants to qualified intermediary organizations to deliver financial and technical assistance that helps recipients build capacity to carry out projects related to housing, community facilities, and community and economic development....

Call for Entries - VDOT's Inaugural Locality Awards Competition

Monday, July 7, 2025

This is your chance to showcase your hard work and be recognized for your dedication to improving transportation in your communities...

Virginia Tech tuition scholarships for recently displaced federal employees

Monday, June 16, 2025

If you have recently hired federal employees and are looking for a great program to help them transition to local government, the VLGMA scholarship can provide additional financial support in conjunction with your tuition assistance programs...

Spring edition of National Civic Review now available

Thursday, May 1, 2025

The spring issue of the National Civic Review explores the evolving infrastructure of democracy and belonging—from dinner tables to city halls...

Learn About Virginia’s Flood Protection Master Plan – DCR Public Webinar April 29

Thursday, April 17, 2025

The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) invites you to join us for a public webinar about the Virginia Flood Protection Master Plan (VFPMP) and its efforts to proactively reduce flood risks and increase flood resilience in the Commonwealth.

Webinar April 24: Recognizing and Addressing Stigma as a Barrier to Treatment and Recovery

Tuesday, April 15, 2025

Register now for the FREE Abatement Academy session: The New River Valley’s Anti-Stigma Campaign

Public Input Requested: Amended State Plan for Aging Services

Monday, March 24, 2025

To learn more about the amended State Plan for Aging Services and the public input process, visit: https://vda.virginia.gov/stateplans.htm.

Funding available from National Fitness Campaign for outdoor wellness infrastructure in Virginia localities

Wednesday, March 19, 2025

Free, accessible outdoor wellness opportunities for communities and schools across Virginia are possible thanks to a continued partnership between National Fitness Campaign and Aetna.

Grant Writing Training in Washington, DC - March 25-26, 2025

Tuesday, March 18, 2025

Seats are still available!

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