Whether your favorite reading spot is the beach, the pool, the porch, or a cozy chair at home, summer is the perfect time to pick up a good book. At the Community Foundation of Howard County, curiosity is part of who we are. We love learning from our community, our nonprofit partners, our donors –…
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,…
The Surprising Flexibility of a Donor-Advised Fund
By Dan Flynn, Director, Development & External Relations When people first hear about a donor-advised fund, they often think of it as a giving account: contribute assets, receive an immediate tax deduction if eligible, and recommend grants to your favorite nonprofits over time. While that’s certainly true, I’ve found that many donors are surprised to…
Connecting Advisors, Donors, and Community
By Dan Flynn, Director of Development & External Relations The Community Foundation of Howard County was pleased to recently welcome members of the Howard County Estate Planning Council to Athol Manor again, continuing a valued partnership that brings together professional advisors from across our region for connection, collaboration, and learning. Attorneys, financial advisors, accountants, insurance…
Community-Focused Summer
Summer is a season for making plans. Whether you’re hoping to make new connections, strengthen your community, learn something new, get inspired, or simply enjoy a fun evening out, we’ve got a little something for everyone. At the Community Foundation of Howard County, we believe strong communities are built through relationships. They grow when neighbors…
Philanthropy’s Role in Strengthening Howard County
Every day, we see generosity making a difference in Howard County. Whether it’s helping a family through a difficult time, supporting a nonprofit’s mission, creating educational opportunities, or investing in community solutions, philanthropy continues to strengthen the place we call home. Here at the Community Foundation, we spend a great deal of time listening to…
2025 CFHC Annual Report
At the Community Foundation of Howard County, we believe philanthropy is about more than charitable giving – it is about bringing people together to strengthen our community, respond to evolving needs, and create lasting impact. Our 2025 CFHC Annual Report reflects a year of generosity, connection, and momentum across Howard County. Together with our donors,…
givinglab. Lunch & Learn Series
June 17: Unlock the Power of Your IRA – Give Strategically, Save SignificantlyJoin the Community Foundation of Howard County for an inspiring and practical session on how Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs) from your IRA can amplify your generosity and reduce your tax burden. If you’re age 70½ or older, QCDs offer one of the most…
The Fund for Howard County: Local Giving. Lasting Impact.
At our May 14 Community Foundation of Howard County Spring Party, we were proud to officially highlight and celebrate the Fund for Howard County – a flexible community grantmaking fund designed to support the evolving needs and opportunities across Howard County. We were grateful to celebrate the progress we’ve made together and to share our…
CFHC’s Spring Party 2026: Where Community Blooms and Generosity Grows
The Community Foundation of Howard County was proud to welcome nearly 200 donors, nonprofit leaders, fund advisors, business and community leaders, Board of Trustees members, partners, and friends to our 2026 Spring Party on May 14 at the historic Elkridge Furnace Inn. The evening was a celebration of the relationships, partnerships, and generosity that continue…