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Joint Statement on Recently Announced Initiatives to Support Renters in Howard County
"This week, County Executive Dr. Calvin Ball announced new initiatives to support renters in Howard County including increasing funding for rental assistance, extending the time period that landlords give for eviction notice, establishing a new[...]
Three new trustees joining the Horizon Foundation Board
The Horizon Foundation has welcomed three new members to its Board of Trustees: Dr. Haksoon Ahn, professor at the University of Maryland School of Social Work; Jordan McKinnie, assistant portfolio manager at T. Rowe Price Investment Management; and Shannon McMahon, executive director[...]
December 2025 Newsletter: Solidarity in 2026
A note from Nikki Friends, There is no doubt that this year has been one of great challenge. Federal policy changes and budget cuts threatened the progress we have made on a number of important[...]
November 2025 Newsletter: Happy Thanksgiving, The Roving Radish and more!
Happy Thanksgiving! Have a happy, healthy Thanksgiving! There is no question that this past year has been one of challenge, stress and uncertainty. More than ever, we are grateful to this Howard County community and to[...]
October 2025 Newsletter: Adhering to our north stars, grant RFPs, Election Rules webinar and more!
Adhering to our north stars: Accountability with Dr. LaShay Harvey As the Foundation has embarked on our new strategic plan over the last two years, many things have changed for us. A critical piece of all[...]
Adhering to our north stars: Accountability with Dr. LaShay Harvey
As the Foundation has embarked on our new strategic plan over the last two years, many things have changed for us. For the first time in 25 years, the Horizon Foundation changed its vision, mission[...]
Our 2025 Grant RFPs are now open!
Now accepting applications! As we continue to implement our strategic plan, the Horizon Foundation remains committed to partnering with community to drive impact in areas of greatest need. Our work across all our strategic priority areas aims[...]
Join our upcoming Election Rules webinar
It's officially election season in Maryland. Many candidates have already declared their intent to run for public office. But if you work for a nonprofit organization, there are some key "dos and don'ts" to consider[...]
September 2025 Newsletter: A note from Nikki, Election Rules webinar, Food Insecurity Town Hall and more!
A note from Nikki Rest, Reflection and Renewal: Leadership Lessons from a Sabbatical. "This summer, I had the privilege of stepping away from my role as President & CEO of Horizon Foundation for a three-month[...]
Rest, Reflection and Renewal: Leadership Lessons from a Sabbatical
This summer, I had the privilege of stepping away from my role as President & CEO of Horizon Foundation for a three-month sabbatical. What began as a plan to recharge with family quickly became something[...]
August 2025 Newsletter: Food Insecurity Town Hall, Wendt Center series, First Thursdays and more!
Food Insecurity Town Hall Join the Healthier Choices Coalition and other community partners for our Food Insecurity Town Hall on September 16! Everyone in Howard County deserves the chance to lead a healthy life, and that[...]
SCAM WARNING
We are aware that the names of foundations are being used in an online and phone scam. The scam claims individuals have been awarded a grant or inheritance, and the scammer demands fees to give[...]
Join us for our Food Insecurity Town Hall
Register Now! Everyone in Howard County deserves the chance to lead a healthy life, and that starts with access to affordable, nourishing food. But too many of our neighbors are struggling to find or afford[...]
Register Now: Sustaining Self in Uncertain Times
Our community, like others across the country, is experiencing a time of rapid change and upheaval that brings with it a complex set of reactions and feelings. Together with the Wendt Center, the Association of[...]
July 2025 newsletter: Building a birth justice movement, events coming soon, upcoming grant opportunities and more!
Advocating for birth justice Every mother should receive respectful, high-quality care; every baby deserves a healthy start. Giving birth should be a time of joy, not fear. Yet Black and Brown women are at a greater[...]
June 2025 newsletter: Our new grantee experience, First Thursdays schedule, student mental health and more!
Our new grantee experience What's the deliverable? It's the process. Last month, we were thrilled to host our first convening of our "New Grantee Experience" - a series of gatherings where our grantees across various issue[...]
What’s the deliverable? It’s the process.
Last month, we were thrilled to host our first convening of our "New Grantee Experience" - a series of gatherings where our grantees across various issue areas will come together to build relationships and learn[...]
May 2025 Newsletter: Nikki’s sabbatical, HCPSS Taste Test #2, policy successes, First Thursdays and more!
Sabbatical for our CEO After 13 years of leading the Horizon Foundation, the Board of Trustees has afforded me the opportunity to take a three-month sabbatical for the purpose of rest, reflection and rejuvenation. As sure[...]
