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Important Year-End Giving Information
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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
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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
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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 at the Turf Valley Resort in Ellicott City. 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…

Community Grant Applications Accepted Beginning Oct. 7
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Community Grant Applications Accepted Beginning Oct. 7

The Community Foundation of Howard County will begin accepting applications for its annual community grants program on Monday, October 7. Community grants play a crucial role in enhancing the quality of life in our county. They provide much-needed funds to various nonprofit organizations and community projects that are dedicated to improving the well-being of our…

Community Foundation of Howard County Announces 2024 Scholarship Recipients
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Community Foundation of Howard County Announces 2024 Scholarship Recipients

The Community Foundation of Howard County announces 35 scholarship awards to 32 impressive Howard County graduating high school seniors. The $57,000 in awards come after a thorough review process of applications and recommendations from the scholarship committees. These exceptional representatives of the Class of 2024 have been selected for their outstanding academic achievement, dedication to…

The Black Philanthropy Circle of Howard County
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The Black Philanthropy Circle of Howard County

In today’s world, philanthropy plays a crucial role in addressing the unmet needs of communities around the globe. However, it is vital to recognize that different communities have unique challenges and requirements. That is why initiatives like the Black Philanthropy Circle of Howard County are so significant. This giving circle, established at the Community Foundation…

CFHoCo Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2023
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CFHoCo Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2023

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 of the Foundation’s achievements and highlights the incredible work being done by our grantees and…

HoCo EXCEL Accepting Applications
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HoCo EXCEL Accepting Applications

HoCo EXCEL is Howard County’s new Nonprofit Excelerator Program established to provide training, coaching, and additional resources to help increase the growth and capacity of Howard County’s nonprofit sector. The purpose of this initiative is to help Howard County’s nonprofits build their capacity to be “high performing” organizations able to deliver meaningful, measurable, and financially…

Spring Party ’24 Photo Gallery
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Spring Party ’24 Photo Gallery

On gorgeous May evening, the Community Foundation of Howard County hosted its annual Spring Party at our home at The Apple Ford Center at Athol Manor in Columbia. A wonderful group of attendees turned out to network with old and new friends, enjoy delicious and fun food and drinks and celebrate local philanthropy. photos by…

2024 Howard County Changemakers Announced
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2024 Howard County Changemakers Announced

Howard County entrepreneurs won $100,000 in grants during the 2024 Changemaker Challenge for their unique ideas to address community needs by closing gaps in resources and services in the county. The awards were announced at the Changemaker live event on May 7 at the Collective in Columbia. The Community Foundation of Howard County, Horizon Foundation,…