Juneteenth is a day of remembrance dedicated to the last enslaved Black Americans, who were freed in Galveston, Texas, on June 19, 1865, more than two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed by President Abraham Lincoln. President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation on January 1, 1863, as the nation approached…
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
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,…
Parking for 2024 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, sponsored by our friends at Howard Hughes Holdings, Inc., will run continuously during the event…
2024 Spring Party Information
The Community Foundation of Howard County (CFHoCo) will host its annual Spring Party on Thursday, May 16. The Spring Party will again be on the grounds of The Apple Ford Center at Athol Manor in Columbia from 5-8 p.m. With a tasty variety of food trucks, raw bar, wine, local beer and Sobar zero-alcohol offerings…
CFHoCo Announces 2023 Community Grant Awards
The Community Foundation of Howard County (CFHoCo) has announced its 2023 community grant awards supporting nonprofits throughout Howard County, Maryland. A total of $200,000 will be distributed across 49 organizations to improve the lives of residents across the community. “The Community Foundation of Howard County is pleased to support so many outstanding nonprofits directly benefiting…
Annual Dinner & Celebration of Philanthropy Recap
Last week the Community Foundation of Howard County hosted its Annual Dinner & Celebration of Philanthropy event at the beautiful Turf Valley Resort. The sold-out event aimed to honor and recognize the incredible work done by various individuals and organizations in Howard County. It was a night filled with heartfelt speeches, inspiring stories, and a…
Carlessia Hussein Named 2023 Philanthropist of the Year
Dr. Carlessia Hussein believes, by virtue of circumstances beyond their control, that some children need additional help to reach their full potential. Thanks to her vision and philanthropic leadership, 307 Howard County boys have received an extra opportunity over the past eight years. For her key role in helping to make Howard County a better…
Howard Hughes Holdings Named as 2023 Philanthropist of the Year
The Community Foundation of Howard County presented the 2023 Philanthropist of the Year award to Howard Hughes Holdings, Inc. for the company’s longtime generosity and support of the community. Howard Hughes was recognized at the foundation’s Annual Dinner & Celebration of Philanthropy on December 5 at Turf Valley Resort. Howard Hughes Holdings, which owns, manages…
Josephine Bangura Earns “Amanda & Jill Dean Direct Service Professional” Award
Josephine Bangura, a direct service professional at The Arc of Howard County, was presented with the Amanda and Jill Dean Direct Service Professional Award at the Community Foundation of Howard County’s Annual Dinner & Celebration of Philanthropy on December 5 at Turf Valley Resort. The Amanda and Jill Dean Direct Service Professional Award was established…