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…
Grantee Spotlight: A Home of Our Own Howard
By Dan Flynn, Director, Development & External Relations At the Community Foundation of Howard County, we are proud to partner with nonprofits that are meeting critical needs and strengthening our community, like A Home of Our Own Howard – and with donors who want to make a difference by investing in their work. Their mission…
Community Foundation’s 2026 Spring Party
Join us for one of the most anticipated evenings of the year! We invite you to the Community Foundation of Howard County’s Spring Party on Thursday, May 14 – this year at a beautiful new location, the historic Elkridge Furnace Inn. Event Highlights: Enjoy an unforgettable evening of: Event Details: This signature event supports CFHC’s…
Why 2026 Is Different: Four Tax-Time Reminders for Your Giving
By Dan Flynn – Director, Development & External RelationsCommunity Foundation of Howard County Tax season is here – and this year, philanthropic planning deserves a closer look. Several important federal tax law changes take effect on January 1, 2026, and they may influence how – and when – you structure your giving. Whether you already…
Q1 2026 Board of Trustees Orientation and Team Retreat
February 2026 Here at the Community Foundation of Howard County (CFHC) we began 2026 with energy, alignment, and a shared sense of purpose as board trustees and staff gathered at Athol Manor for our first quarter 2026 Board of Trustees Meeting, orientation, and team retreat. Bringing together new trustees and long-serving leaders, the retreat was designed to…
Qualified Charitable Distribution from IRA: A Tax Strategy for Philanthropy
Are you looking for a tax-efficient way to make a difference in your community? If you have an Individual Retirement Account (IRA), you may want to consider a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD). This powerful tax strategy allows you to support causes close to your heart while reducing your taxable income. In this blog post, we…
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Mornings With Melissa
March 25, 2026 | 8:30 a.m. Howard County nonprofit leaders are invited to join us on Wednesday, March 25 from 8:30–9:30 a.m. in our home at historic Athol Manor for a session of Mornings with Melissa, a relaxed monthly coffee conversation hosted by the Community Foundation of Howard County. We’re creating this informal hour to bring leaders together…
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Philanthropy Focus eNewsletter
February 2026 Read the full eNewsletter here!
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givinglab. Lunch & Learn Series
March 18, 2026 | 12:00-12:45 pm Hosted by Dan Flynn, Director of Development & External Relations 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…