Most of us can quickly name organizations, causes or community needs that matter to us. But does your family know what they are? Put your intentions into words Share the story behind your giving Why have you supported a particular organization for 20 or 30 years? Why does education, or the environment, or health care…
From Private Foundation to Donor Advised Fund
Many families establish private foundations because they want to make a lasting difference, involve family members in philanthropy, and create a charitable legacy. But families change. Children and grandchildren may move away. Board meetings become harder to schedule. Tax filings, investment oversight, recordkeeping and compliance requirements continue, even when fewer family members want to manage…
Estate Planning: More Than Just a Will
National Estate Planning Awareness Week, October 19-25, is a good reminder to think about the plans we put in place for the future. A will is an important part of that planning, but it’s only one piece. And if charitable giving is important to you, it’s worth considering how all the pieces of your estate…
The Greatest Legacy You Leave May Not Be Financial
By Dan Flynn, Director of Development & External Relations When people talk about the “Great Wealth Transfer,” the conversation usually centers on money. Over the coming decades, trillions of dollars in assets will pass from one generation to the next through inheritances, businesses, investments, and real estate. But I believe there’s an even more important…
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…
Deepening Your Impact in Times of Need
In Howard County, nonprofits are woven into the fabric of everyday life. They support our neighbors in times of crisis, strengthen our schools, advance health and well-being, and enrich our community through the arts and civic life. Many of us see this impact firsthand – through organizations we support, volunteer with, or rely on in…
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givinglab. Lunch & Learn Series
May 20 at 12:00 pm – via Zoom Designed for donors, families, professional advisors, business leaders, nonprofit partners, and anyone interested in learning how to maximize and leverage their giving through CFHC. This interactive monthly series explores real-world giving scenarios and learn how CFHC fund options and philanthropic tools can strengthen strategic charitable giving. Each…
Building Stronger Philanthropy Through Advisor Partnerships
By Dan Flynn, Director, Development & External Relations CFHC was proud to host the Howard County Estate Planning Council for its quarterly Wake Up Wednesday networking event on March 18 – bringing together professional advisors from across our region for a morning of connection, conversation, and shared insight. As a community foundation, we know that…