The Community Foundation of Howard County has announced the timeline for its 2025 scholarships. Students are encouraged to apply beginning Friday, February 14 for the dozens of financial awards. Most of the scholarships are to designed to support graduating Howard County high school seniors (in this year’s class of 2025) as they continue their academic…
CFHoCo Grants More than $2.1 M in 2024
We are thrilled to share the incredible impact that the Community Foundation of Howard County had in the 2024 calendar year. Thanks to the generous support of our donors and fund holders, we were able to distribute more than $2.1 million in grants and scholarships to support the local community. At The Community Foundation of…
Drs. Carlessia Hussein and Lillian Bauder Team Up to Enrich Young Lives
Carlessia Hussein and Lillian Bauder are shining examples of the impact that philanthropy can have on a community. Each woman has dedicated her life to creating positive change. Through their devotion and generosity, they have not only fashioned opportunities for deserving individuals, but have also inspired others to follow in their footsteps. It’s no coincidence…
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…
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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…
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…
Community Foundation of Howard County Announces 2023 Scholarship Recipients
The Community Foundation of Howard County announces 25 scholarship awards to 23 impressive Howard County graduating seniors. The awards come after a thorough review process of applications and scholarship committee recommendations. “The 2023 scholarships were awarded to exceptional individuals who demonstrated outstanding academic achievements, leadership qualities, excellence in extracurricular activities and a strong commitment to…
River Hill’s Arthur Wang Highlights 2023 CFHoCo Scholarship Recipients
In the realm of academic excellence and community involvement, Arthur Wang stands out as an exceptional individual. Having recently been awarded both the Lance Christopher Mercy Scholar-Athlete Scholarship and the Amanda Post “AmandaWins” River Hill High School Student-Athlete Scholarship from the Community Foundation of Howard County, Arthur’s accomplishments extend far beyond his academic and athletic…
Community Foundation of Howard County Announces 2022 Scholarship Recipients
The Community Foundation of Howard County has awarded 35 scholarships to 32 Howard County students with an approximate value of $78,500. The awards come after a thorough review process of applications and scholarship committee recommendations. “These scholarships are another example of the many donors in our caring community and the value they place on education,”…
Reservoir and Wilde Lake Graduates Named Recipients of Inaugural Nikole Hannah-Jones Scholarship
The Community Foundation of Howard County has announced Dylan Bradford and Mia Swaby-Rowe as the inaugural winners of the Nikole Hannah-Jones Scholarship Award program. Established by The Howard Hughes Corporation® in honor of Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Nikole Hannah-Jones, creator of the “1619 Project” for The New York Times Magazine, the scholarship promotes the values of…