Things Our Local Neighbors Need to Know…
We are excited to welcome the Christian Community Development Association (CCDA) National Conference to Richmond, Virginia from October 7-10th at the Greater Richmond Convention Center. There has been a diverse group of people on a Local Advisory Team working with the CCDA National Leadership Team to coordinate this once in a lifetime gathering!
In addition to the information below, be sure to check out the local pre-conference… Common Ground, Common Healing. Here are a few other opportunities that we want our our local neighbors to know…
We are hosting a Go & See to pray for Metro Richmond from the Observation Deck (OD) of City Hall. Please use this link to provide your Prayer Requests… Laments, Confessions, Petitions, Praises and Thanksgivings… as we will look out over a city of profound dualities.
For information on other Go&Sees, check them out here.
EXHIBIT BOOTH: As a local organization, business, non-profit or agency, you have an opportunity to introduce yourself to over 2000 conference attendees over 3 days for only $500. This booth also comes with 2 conference registrations.
Join Recovery.com, Illume Family Recovery, Into The Neighborhood, The Danya Institute and more in the “Recovery Zone” where organizations serving those in recovery and their families will be grouped together to network as attendees learn about resources for their congregation members, clients, participants and neighbors. Sign up to exhibit here.
Side note: Local (in this context) means anywhere in Virginia!
ENTERTAINMENT: We are also looking for local acts (spoken word, music, poetry, dance and more!) to perform in the Stage 2 area located in the exhibit area. In addition to exposure, acts get FREE admission to the conference (a $350 value.) For more information, please complete the information in this link.
VOLUNTEER: Behold What God Is Doing
The CCDA is bringing its 2026 National Conference, Behold, to the Greater Richmond Convention Center, 10/7-10! You can experience this incredible national conference for just $69 by joining the volunteer team! Serving offers a front-row seat to inspiring speakers, worship, and workshops, with flexible shift options designed to work seamlessly around your schedules. Have questions? Reach out directly to volunteer@ccda.org.
Required Training Date: September 17
Ready to serve and be inspired? Don’t wait—Sign Up to Volunteer Here!
CCDA’s annual conference has been inspiring, training, and connecting Christian Community Development (CCD) practitioners for close to 40 years. Join us in Richmond, Virginia, from October 7-10, 2026, for amazing speakers, workshops, worship, networking sessions, and more!
Members often describe the conference as a family reunion. Whether you’re new to CCD or a seasoned practitioner, there is a place for you at our family reunion! If you would like to register, you can do so for $175 (50% off rate) using our ‘sponsorguests” rate!!! Register here.
Lastly, if you are unable to make the conference during the week, you are welcome to join us on Saturday, October 10th. It is open to the public, and we invite you to join us! We will see you downtown at the convention center!
Into The Neighborhood 