Good Conversations. Great Community. Upcoming Date: Thursday, August 6 at 5:30 at the Community Foundation of Howard County offices at Athol Manor. We look forward to raising a glass, sharing ideas, and connecting with you this summer! Every connection helps strengthen our community. Come as you are. Leave more connected. Community happens one conversation at…
CFHC’s Walk & Talk!
Moving Our Community Forward – One Step at a Time Sometimes the best conversations happen when we’re moving forward together. Join the Community Foundation of Howard County for Walk & Talk, a casual gathering designed to bring people together through conversation, connection, and community. Led by longtime community volunteer and connector Colleen Konstanzer, Walk &…
Philanthropy’s Role in Strengthening Howard County
Every day, we see generosity making a difference in Howard County. Whether it’s helping a family through a difficult time, supporting a nonprofit’s mission, creating educational opportunities, or investing in community solutions, philanthropy continues to strengthen the place we call home. Here at the Community Foundation, we spend a great deal of time listening to…
2025 CFHC Annual Report
At the Community Foundation of Howard County, we believe philanthropy is about more than charitable giving – it is about bringing people together to strengthen our community, respond to evolving needs, and create lasting impact. Our 2025 CFHC Annual Report reflects a year of generosity, connection, and momentum across Howard County. Together with our donors,…
CFHC’s Spring Party 2026: Where Community Blooms and Generosity Grows
The Community Foundation of Howard County was proud to welcome nearly 200 donors, nonprofit leaders, fund advisors, business and community leaders, Board of Trustees members, partners, and friends to our 2026 Spring Party on May 14 at the historic Elkridge Furnace Inn. The evening was a celebration of the relationships, partnerships, and generosity that continue…
ANNOUNCEMENTS BOARD & STAFF FUNDS Grantee Partners Grantee Spotlight IMPACT Strengthening Nonprofits WHAT'S HAPPENING
Ask Dee!
June 9 at 4:00 pm – via Zoom The Community Foundation of Howard County invites you to Ask Dee!, a monthly, informal opportunity to connect with Dee Athey, Director of Grants and Community Engagement. Held virtually via Zoom, Ask Dee! is a casual Q&A session open to anyone in the community who wants to learn…
ANNOUNCEMENTS DONOR STORIES EVENTS FUNDS Grantee Partners Grantee Spotlight IMPACT Strengthening Nonprofits WHAT'S HAPPENING
Smart Giving. Lasting Impact.
The Power of Partnership in Action: Song’s Cultural Connections Foundation Fund Here at the Community Foundation of Howard County, we often talk about impact. Not just as a result, but as a process – how generosity moves from intention to action, and from action to meaningful change in our community. This week’s Korean Community Support…
2026 Annual Dinner & Celebration of Philanthropy
The Community Foundation of Howard County’s 2026 Annual Dinner & Celebration of Philanthropy will take place on Tuesday, November 17. Please join us as we gather for a joyous evening of food, fellowship and philanthropy. The event will be held in the Cameo Ballroom at Turf Valley Resort and is likely to sell out. We recommend…
What’s Happening at CFHC This Spring
Spring is in full swing, and there are so many ways to connect, learn, and engage with the Community Foundation of Howard County. Whether you’re interested in deepening your understanding of local philanthropy, exploring grantmaking, or simply spending time with others who care about this community, we invite you to join us. Each of these…
Your Partners in Philanthropy
We had another great monthly “Mornings with Melissa” gathering this morning at our offices! Nonprofit leaders and CFHC stakeholders joined our team for coffee and discussion on current challenges, ideas, and opportunities to work together in the service of our community. Thank you all for joining us! – Andrea Bufka, Neighbor Ride – Betty Pearson,…