Thank you to everyone who made "Women's Philanthropy: Empowerment, Passion, and Impact" so spectacular!! Visit us on Facebook to view photos and video of the evening!!

Join us in celebrating The Columbia Foundation's 40th anniversary! Click here for a calendar of upcoming events. Click here to see the 40 Who Make a Difference. Become a sponsor of one or all of the wonderful events planned for the 40th anniversary celebration!!

New Exhibit at TCF: From a Global Window: The Caribbean featuring the mixed media photographs and handmade paper by Denee Barr on display through May 28th. 25% of works sold in this exhibition will be donated to Haiti Relief. Reception will be held on May 14th, 5:00 to 7:30 p.m. at TCF. Learn more about Denee Barr by visiting www.deneebarrartnews.blogspot.com.

Nominations for the 2010 Governor’s Volunteer Service Awards are now being accepted. These awards recognize significant contributions of Maryland citizens to the life and health of the State and its people. Nominations are due by March 1, 2010. Visit www.gosv.state.md.us/  to download the application.

Listen to the December 2nd webinar workshop "Recession-Proof Your Grantwriting" hosted by the Maryland Governor's Grant Office, featuring TCF President & CEO Beverley Francis.

Are you an Executive Director of a Howard County Non-profit? Join us for First Fridays on March 5th, 2010, 8:30 a.m. at Association of Community Services, 10480 Little Patuxent Parkway, 9th Floor. The topic of discussion is Developing Volunteer Programs. Please RSVP by Wednesday, March 3rd to MCavanaugh@columbiafoundation.org.

The 2008 Annual Report is now available online!  Copies of the report will be mailed out the week of June 29th.  If you have not received a copy, but wish to, e-mail Info@columbiafoundation.org with your name and mailing address!

Welcome Aboard!
Chaney Fund
Doug and Karen Douglas Fund
Gleichauf-Thomas Fund
Hamel Family Fund
Harvey Family Fund
Here to Help Fund

Columbia Foundation Scholarships Available

Friends of Pets on Wheels Howard County Starts New Fund at The Columbia Foundation

The Columbia Foundation Grants $195,000 to Howard County Nonprofits