Kahlert Family Portrait. (Pictured left to right) Heather Kahlert, Roberta Kahlert, Greg Kahlert and Scott Kahlert.
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Celebrating Beverly
Join us as we celebrate Beverly White-Seals and her career of service in Howard County. The event will be held in the Horowitz Center at Howard Community College from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, September 25. It’s in honor of Beverly, so of course there will be delightful and delicious food, beverages and conversation!…
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2024 CFHoCo Annual Report
As the philanthropic hub of Howard County, the Community Foundation plays a vital role in supporting the nonprofit sector and making a difference in the lives of countless individuals and families. Each year, the Annual Report serves as a snapshot and highlights the incredible work being done by our donors, nonprofit grantees and community partners.…
Howard Legacy Society
Howard Legacy Society members leave a legacy of giving after they are gone by entrusting us with a planned gift to any endowed fund at the Community Foundation of Howard County. HLS members are visionaries because they know that after their lifetime, Howard County will benefit from their continued support. Whether their passion is for…
Thomas Family Leaves a Lasting Legacy with Generous Bequest to Community Foundation of Howard County
Marvin and Marcia Thomas moved to Howard County in 1963. Marvin, who had a graduate degree in library science from the University Michigan, was the first professional librarian in the county. During his tenure as the long-time director of the Howard County Library System, Marvin developed six libraries and oversaw a staff that grew from…
Foundation Mourns Loss of Anne VandeGrift Barker
Anne VandeGrift Barker died Thursday, June 5, 2025, surrounded by her loving family in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania, from complications related to Alzheimer’s disease. She was 84. The daughter of Dr. William B. VandeGrift, a pathologist, and Dorothy B. VandeGrift, a nurse, Anne was born on February 10, 1941, in Baltimore, and where she attended Calvert…
Spring Party 2025 Photo Gallery
The Community Foundation of Howard County hosted its annual Spring Party on May 15, 2025, and what an evening it was! A wonderful gathering of community leaders and friends enjoyed a fine spring evening of delicious food, fun entertainment and terrific company. Save the date for next year’s Spring Party – Thursday, May 14, 2026!
WGC’s “Leave Your Legacy” Virtual Lunch & Learn
Monday, June 16, 12:00 – 12:45 pm A legacy gift is a powerful way to ensure that your values and commitments endure beyond your lifetime. Join us as we explore various ways you can include charitable giving in your financial and estate planning, helping to ensure that your values live on for future generations. Learn about…
Save the Date: Sept. 25 for “Bev’s Bash”
Join us as we celebrate Beverly White-Seals and her career of service in Howard County. The event will be held in the Horowitz Center at Howard Community College from 5:00-7:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 25. Please consider a sponsorship to help underwrite what will be a memorable event for all attendees. Your support will help…
Melissa Curtin Named as New President & CEO of Community Foundation of Howard County
COLUMBIA, MD (May 14, 2025) — The Community Foundation of Howard County (CFHC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Melissa Curtin as its new President & Chief Executive Officer, effective June 9, 2025. Following a broad national search led by DRiWaterstone Human Capital, the Board of Trustees unanimously selected Curtin to lead the Foundation…