WHO WE ARE

The Community Builders Network of Virginia (The Network) is a statewide organization that provides:

• Support
• Advocacy
• Networking and training
  

To support youth and adult partnership throughout Virginia.

Our objective is to support the development of healthy communities by fostering positive development of children and their families through effective prevention strategies.
Our organization members represent all areas of Virginia.

WHO CAN JOIN?

• 501(c)3 Non-profit, faith-based and grass-roots organizations
• Prevention coalitions
• Schools and parent/teacher organizations
• Businesses and organizations that are interested in supporting the healthy development of children and families

• Training in youth and adult partnerships
• Leadership development for youth and adults
• Opportunities to represent your region on our state board.
• Mentoring
• Networking opportunities

ORGANIZATION BENEFITS

• Legislative awareness
• Recognition for contributions to the community
• Networking opportunities with other agencies and organizations
• Organizational mentoring
• Diversity and coalition training
• State-wide support of effective prevention programs
• Current resource information on funding and grant availability
  

Governor Kaine with the Youth President of Community Builders Network of Virginia and Youth Representative from Region 1 at the GOSAP conference in December 2006

COMMUNITY BENEFITS

The Network’s focus includes the prevention of substance abuse, violence, teen pregnancy, academic failure, and other at-risk behaviors. The Network is committed to increasing awareness concerning the need to provide programs and activities that strengthen our youth and their families.