November 17, 2026 Each year, the Community Foundation of Howard County brings our community together for the Annual Dinner & Celebration of Philanthropy, an evening dedicated to recognizing the people and organizations whose generosity, leadership, and service are making a meaningful impact in Howard County. Together, they represent the heart of philanthropy in our community.…
Bringing New Ideas Home to Howard County
Last week, Community Foundation of Howard County President & CEO Melissa Curtin and team members Dan Flynn, Dee Athey, and Jay Vidyarthi traveled to Wichita, Kansas, for the 2026 Annual National Conference for Growing Community Foundations. The conference brought together leaders from small and mid-sized community foundations across the country to share ideas, learn from…
Thank You to Our 2026 Annual Dinner Sponsors!
The Community Foundation of Howard County is grateful to our generous sponsors of the 2026 Annual Dinner & Celebration of Philanthropy on November 17 at Turf Valley Resort. Their support helps bring our community together to recognize the individuals and organizations whose generosity, leadership, and service strengthen Howard County. We appreciate their partnership and commitment…
September 2026 Cheers & Chat!
Our first CFHC Cheers & Chat is in the books! We loved welcoming the community to Athol Manor last night to catch up, meet someone new, share ideas, and simply connect. No agenda. No presentation. Just good conversation with people who care about Howard County, along with the debut of The Athol Cooler, made with…
CFHC Holiday Open House
Wednesday, December 2, 2026 | 4:00-7:30 PMCommunity Foundation of Howard County at Athol Manor6680 Martin Road, Columbia, MD 21044 Celebrate the season with the Community Foundation of Howard County! We invite our donors, fundholders, nonprofit partners, community leaders, friends and neighbors to stop by Athol Manor for our Holiday Open House. Drop in anytime between…
Mornings With Melissa
September 30, 2026, 8:30 am 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…
CFHC’s Cheers & Chat!
Good Conversations. Great Community. Upcoming Date: Thursday, September 3 at 4:30 – 6:30 pm at the Community Foundation of Howard County offices at Athol Manor. We look forward to raising a glass, sharing ideas, and connecting with you this summer! Every connection helps strengthen our community. Come as you are. Leave more connected. Community happens one conversation…
Community Foundation Funds Partner to Celebrate Black Philanthropy Month
The Community Foundation of Howard County was proud to welcome nearly 100 donors, nonprofit leaders, community partners, and friends on August 4 as two of its funds, the Women’s Giving Circle of Howard County and the Black Philanthropy Circle of Howard County, partnered to host their 6th Annual Black Philanthropy Month Happy Hour. The event…
Ask Dee!
September 15, 2026, 4:00 pm The Community Foundation of Howard County invites you to Ask Dee!, our 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…
The Heart of Philanthropy
2026 CFHC Celebration of Philanthropy Awards Each year, the Community Foundation of Howard County recognizes the individuals, families, businesses, nonprofits, and community leaders whose generosity, vision, and commitment help make Howard County a stronger, more vibrant place to live. As we prepare for our 2026 Annual Dinner & Celebration of Philanthropy on Tuesday, November 17,…