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

Register for Virginia Housing's Community Impact Sessions

Thursday, January 22, 2026

Virginia Housing is back on the road for another Community Impact Session series in 2026! 

American Public University hosting free webinars in February

Thursday, January 22, 2026

VML Community Business Member organization American Public University (APU) will host two free webinars in February.

Grant funding opportunity: 2026 AARP Community Challenge Grants – Apply by March 4

Thursday, January 22, 2026

AARP is now accepting applications for the 2026 Community Challenge grant program, and they encourage your organization to apply.

National Fitness Campaign: 2025 Grant Deadline Approaching

Tuesday, October 21, 2025

Virginia Municipal League is pleased to share the following grant opportunity with members interested in bringing free-to-use, accessible outdoor wellness spaces to their communities...

Opportunity for local governments to participate in McCourt's virtual job fair happening Oct. 31, 2025

Thursday, October 9, 2025

This fair will be an opportunity for local government departments to connect with some of the brightest emerging talent in public policy and public administration.....

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...

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