Community Foundation of Harford County (Harford County, Maryland)

The Community Foundation of Harford County only accepts grant proposals at specific times of the year as determined by the board of directors. The 2010 application periods are now closed- contact the Foundation for upcoming deadlines. During those times of the year when grant proposals are being accepted, organizations will find guidelines, applications, and reporting requirements are available on the website and by calling CFHC at 443-371-6062 or emailing at info@cfharfordcounty.org.

The Community Foundation of Harford County strives to improve the quality of life for the residents of Harford County. CFHC works to maintain a proactive focus and an ability to respond to creative ideas from grant seekers. CFHC encourages applicants to submit proposals that enhance cooperation and collaboration among the organizations and institutions within the county. In dispensing grant funds, it is the mission of the CFHC to exercise leadership on charitable issues while advancing the cause of philanthropy throughout the area and promoting effective delivery of services from nonprofit organizations. Funds for the Community Foundation of Harford County's general grant solicitations come from unrestricted funds as well as interest specific funds and general donations. Unrestricted funds and general donations are received from broad-based public support for use in meeting the changing and emerging needs of the Harford County area. CFHC funds in the following areas of interest: Human services, Education, Health and safety, Community development, Environment, Arts, culture, and humanities. The CFHC accepts proposals requesting funding for the following: demonstration projects if accompanied by a sound evaluation plan; general operating costs; new or special projects undertaken by an organization; program evaluation, generally if the organization has applied for or received a grant for program implementation; seed money for new nonprofit [501(c)(3)] organizations; gap funding for a project; matching funds required by another funding agency; and emergency funds, under certain circumstances. Organizations must contact the foundation to discuss their situations prior to submitting a proposal.

History of Funds:

None is available.

Average Award:

varies

Street: P.O. Box 612

City: Bel Air

Zip: 21014

Email: info@cfharfordcounty.org