COLUMBIA, MD (May 14, 2025) — The Community Foundation of Howard County (CFHoCo) 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…
Beverly White-Seals Set to Retire in 2025
Beverly White-Seals, president & CEO of the Community Foundation of Howard County (CFHoCo), has announced that she will be retiring from her role later this year after 13 years of dedicated service to the organization. During her tenure, White-Seals has been instrumental in leading the Community Foundation of Howard County to new heights, overseeing record-breaking…
Parking for 2025 Spring Party
We have arranged for guests to park for free nearby at Beth Shalom as the primary option. Please look for spots at Beth Shalom first. Beth Shalom is located at 8070 Harriet Tubman Lane in Columbia, Md. A shuttle bus will run continuously during the event to bring guests to Athol Manor and back to…
CFHoCo Announces 2024 Community Grants Awards
The Community Foundation of Howard County (CFHoCo) has announced its 2024 Community Grants awards supporting nonprofits throughout Howard County, Maryland. A total of $185,500 will be distributed across 50 organizations to improve the lives of residents across the region. “The Community Foundation of Howard County is pleased to support so many outstanding nonprofits directly benefiting…
Greg & Roberta Kahlert and The Kahlert Foundation Named 2024 Philanthropists of the Year
Kahlert Family Portrait. (Pictured left to right) Heather Kahlert, Roberta Kahlert, Greg Kahlert and Scott Kahlert.
HoCoPoLitSo Earns Inaugural Jean Moon Legacy Builder Award
The Jean Moon Legacy Builder Award promotes and celebrates efforts to strategically grow an endowed fund at the Community Foundation of Howard County. The award is named after Jean F. Moon, former chair of the Foundation’s Board of Trustees and co-founder of the Women’s Giving Circle of Howard County. A champion for endowments and building…
Alison Canning Named Recipient of Leadership Council Award
The Community Foundation of Howard County has announced that Alison Canning is the recipient of the foundation’s 2024 Leadership Council Award. Canning was presented with the Leadership Council Award at the foundation’s December 10 Annual Dinner & Celebration of Philanthropy. The annual Leadership Council Award recognizes a next generation person (25-45 year old) who serves…
Important Year-End Giving Information
As we approach the end of the year, it’s the perfect time to plan ahead and make a difference in our community. You can support the mission of the foundation, give to one of our many scholarships or unrestricted funds, make a holiday gift to a friend or family member’s fund at CFHoCo or make…
Elaine Irons Earns 2024 “Amanda & Jill Dean Direct Service Professional” Award
Elaine Irons, a direct service professional at The Arc of Howard County, has earned the prestigious Amanda and Jill Dean Direct Service Professional Award. Irons will be honored at the Community Foundation of Howard County’s Annual Dinner & Celebration of Philanthropy on December 10 at Turf Valley Resort. The Amanda and Jill Dean Direct Service…
Annual Dinner & Celebration of Philanthropy Set for December 10
The Community Foundation of Howard County’s Annual Dinner & Celebration of Philanthropy will take place on Tuesday, December 10. Please join us as we gather for a joyous evening of food, fellowship and philanthropy. (This event is SOLD OUT. Thank you sponsors and those who purchased tickets!) The evening starts with a delightful cocktail reception at…