Howard County

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Giving

Our purpose is to make the community a better place through the accumulation and stewardship of enduring charitable funds. Together with forward-thinking citizens like you, we can make an impact across a wide spectrum of community needs.

Grants

After we receive a contribution from our donors, we invest it and use part of the earnings to make grants to 501(c)3 non-profit organizations that are improving the quality of life in the communities we serve.

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Scholarships

We believe that investing in the future of our young people is one of the most important things we can do to support our community for the generations to come.

Learn About Giving Through The Foundation

It started with a dream and $10,000 in startup funding from the United Way of Howard County in 1989. Today, the Community Foundation of Howard County is home to a multitude of funds representing a broad range of donor and community interests. From its incorporation on March 6, 1991, the foundation has grown into the largest single grant-maker in the county. The number and dollar amounts of grants being given in the community continue to grow. Those grants, however, are all the direct or indirect result of a donor's interest in the community. To all of our donors, we say thank you for your generosity.

Our board members graciously give their time as volunteers because they too see the results of investing in Howard County. They work to oversee the stewardship of your donations and stay informed about the needs of our community to ensure that the Foundation is continuing to be a vibrant force for good in Howard County.

We also serve donors in Clinton and Carroll counties through the Clinton County Community Foundation and the Carroll County Community Foundation.

Our Mission

The mission of the Community Foundation of Howard County is to be stewards helping donors make our communities a better place to live every day.

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Important Information for Advisors

There's a very good chance that your clients are interested in finding a way to help their community. But without your expertise, they may not know how to go about doing it. That's why we encourage you to talk to your clients about the Community Foundation of Howard County.

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