Welcome to The Columbia Foundation, a charitable organization dedicated to inspiring life-long giving and connecting people, places and organizations to worthy causes across Howard County, now and into the future.
With assets of more than $12 million and more than 270 charitable funds under management, we promote philanthropy by addressing emerging community issues, managing permanent endowments, and working with individuals, families, corporations and private foundations. We support nonprofit organizations in achieving their charitable objectives and distribute grants and scholarships that touch and transform the lives of so many Howard County residents.
Benefits of a Community Foundation
Community
We are a local organization with deep roots in the Howard County community. As a community leader, we convene agencies and coordinate resources to create positive change.
Service
We provide highly personalized service tailored to each individual’s charitable and financial interests.
Flexibility
We accept a wide variety of assets, and offer maximum tax advantage for most gifts under federal law.
Impact
We multiply the impact of gift dollars by pooling them with other gifts and grants.
Permanence
We build endowment funds that benefit the community forever and help create personal legacies.
Go Ahead, Make a Difference
Philanthropy is a truly rewarding experience – for yourself, your family, or your employees. Your gifts help fulfill the needs of Howard County’s community, today and into the future.