The Virginia Community Development Corporation (VCDC) believes that vibrant communities drive change. If you’re a nonprofit organization that helps make communities a better place for all residents and that works in Virginia or surrounding regions, the Mission Elevation program is perfect for you!

Mission Elevation offers customized solutions to nonprofit organizations based on their current needs. Supported by experienced coaches, participants pick their end point and VCDC will support identified goals. Program participants can rely on a class of like-minded leaders and come out with the exact kind of change their organization needs for sustained mission impact. The program is designed to give participants a laser focus on their performance challenges while driving change for longevity and establishing accountability focused on measurable results. Click here to learn more about how the program works, important dates and tuition and consider applying today!

The next round of the Mission Elevation program will begin in May 2021 and run until May 2022. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the Class of 2022 cohort has been formed.

Fun fact: Harrisonburg Downtown Renaissance (HDR) joined the Class of 2019!

“I have more tools now to apply towards my work and decision making. And, personally, I feel like I am calmer in how I approach big issues or ‘fires’ that need to be put out. Our peers in the program helped us see where we fit in among other community-based nonprofits that provide housing and other critical human services. It helped us improve our messaging and how we communicate who we are, what we do and why that is important!“

– Andrea Dono, Executive Director, HDR