Events

The Community Foundation of Howard County invites you to Ask Dee!, a monthly, informal opportunity to connect with Dee Athey, Director of Grants and Community Engagement. Held virtually via Zoom, Ask Dee! is a casual Q&A session open to anyone in the community who wants to learn more about CFHC’s grants and grantmaking. Grab a coffee, tea, or your favorite end-of-day drink and join Dee to chat in a relaxed, informal setting.

Nonprofit leaders and CFHC stakeholders are invited to join us on the last Wednesday of each month from 8:30–9:30 a.m. for Mornings with Melissa, a relaxed monthly coffee conversation. Recognizing the need for more opportunities for connection and collaboration, we’re creating this informal hour to bring community leaders together. Join Melissa Curtin and the CFHC team to network, discuss current challenges, share ideas, and explore opportunities to work together in the service of our community. Space is limited, so please RSVP to reserve your spot for this coffee social. If you like, budget an extra 30 minutes after for an optional tour of our beautiful home at historic Athol Manor.

Join the Community Foundation of Howard County for Community Cheers & Chat from 4:30-6:30 p.m., a casual monthly gathering designed to bring people together in a relaxed and welcoming setting. Whether you’re a donor, nonprofit leader, volunteer, community partner, business leader, or simply someone who enjoys meeting new people and learning more about Howard County, Community Cheers & Chat offers an opportunity to connect, engage, and build relationships. There is no agenda, no presentation, and no formal program. Just good conversation, new connections, and an opportunity to spend time with people who care about our community.

Our Annual Dinner and Celebration of Philanthropy is always an inspiring evening featuring great food, fellowship and philanthropy. Guests enjoy a cocktail hour to mingle and network, followed by dinner and award presentations. We honor the county Philanthropists of the Year and celebrate the tremendous work being done by individuals and organizations across Howard County.