NASCSP Data Taskforce Releases New Resource
The NASCSP Data Taskforce Analysis Subcommittee has created an FAQ on analysis . This Analysis FAQ is intended as a resource for the CSBG Network to use when beginning to think about data analysis. This introduction should be used to help the network understand what data analysis is and begin a conversation about how someone might go about analyzing data. This will be the first step in a series of FAQ’s that build off of each other.

Several other resources are currently in development by the Data Taskforce those include:

  • FY19 Instruction Manuals for Modules 2 and 4 will be available on the NASCSP website in mid-December. There will be no updates to Module 3 Instruction Manual (already available).
  • A sample of possible “Other” Indicators that can be used when entering for outcomes that don’t have an already established NPI will be released in mid-December.
  • The CSBG Lexicon, a dictionary of terms used in the Annual Report, will be finalized by the end of December.

Once all of these items are available, we will send them out to the network.
CSBG Reporter - New Reporting Module Demo
As many of you know we have been working with CSBG Reporter to develop a reporting module for all quarterly reports. This will replace the spreadsheet reports that were previously submitted to our office.

That module is now complete and our office will be hosting a demo webinar on Tuesday, Dec. 18th at 10am. We suggest that anyone who submits reports for your agency be on this webinar so they understand how to use the new system.

Webinar Information


Dial:  +1 (669) 224-3412  
Access Code: 115-643-885 
CSBG Monthly Webinars
The CSBG Staff conducts monthly webinars on various topics, many of which are requested by agencies in the network. We aim to keep our monthly webinars under 30 minutes, and keep them on topic. Upcoming webinar information is typically shared in the monthly newsletter, if information is not available for the newsletter a separate email will be sent out with the webinar information. Webinars can be attended by any staff or board members who are interested in the topic and pre-registration is not needed.

We do post links to the recordings and any handouts on our website after the webinar. All recent webinars including the October Summer Feeding Webinar and November Designation and Monitoring Webinar can be found on our website .
December and January At A Glance
  • December 18 - CSBG Reporter Demo Webinar
  • December 24-25 - State Offices Closed
  • December 31 - State Offices Closed
  • January 1 - State Offices Closed
  • January 15-17 - VACAP Conference - Richmond
  • January 18 - State Offices Closed
  • January 21 - State Offices Closed
Please Promote EITC: the most successful anti-poverty program
Low and moderate income families have the opportunity to use Virginia’s free tax preparation sites and to apply for the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC). The EITC—a refundable tax credit for people who work but earn low incomes—is the country’s largest and most successful anti-poverty program. The EITC delivers over $40 billion dollars a year in wage supplements to lower-income workers and their families and lifts more than 4 million people out of poverty each year yet there are thousands of families in Virginia who are eligible but don’t apply for that tax credit. Please make wage earners that you work with aware of these opportunities. Please share this informational flyer.  
Big Changes Coming Soon to Community Commons
On December 31, the old Community Commons will close and will reopen as a brand new, exciting site on January 7, 2019.

Now is the time to download and save any maps or reports that are important to you! Check out  the how-to guide  for assistance. And while you're at it,  register to attend one of the sneak peek webinars  to preview the new Commons, followed by an interactive question and answer session with our team.

If you have questions send them an email at:  info@communitycommons.org .
Nominate an Outstanding Volunteer!
Deadline December 15th!
Do you know someone who is always putting others first? How about an organization or business that never hesitates to help out whenever there's a problem in the community?  

The Governor's Volunteerism and Community Service Awards are presented in each of nine categories. The nine outstanding award winners represent the millions of generous Virginians who offer their time and talents to others each year.

Winners will be honored at a special ceremony in the spring. The Governor's Advisory Board on Service and Volunteerism, the Virginia Service Foundation, and the Virginia Office on Volunteerism and Community Services are honored to assist the Governor in selecting and recognizing these volunteers.
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