Community Foundation of Southern Maryland

2013 Events

Potomac River Waterfowl Show - May 24 & May 25

Tri-County Kickball Tournament - TBA

News & Events

2013

Go Wild for a Great Cause at the 7th Annual Potomac River Waterfowl Show On May 24 and 25, 2013, artists and wildlife enthusiasts alike are invited to attend the 7th Annual Community Foundation of Southern Maryland Potomac River Waterfowl Show at the St. Mary’s County Fairgrounds in Leonardtown, MD. The show features dozens of award-winning artists showcasing their world-class wildlife art both at a dinner reception and day-time fair. View Press Release

Chaney Beautification Grant Program Announces Funding Available
To encourage beautiful, sustainable landscapes in our community, beautification grants are awarded annually to non-profit organizations and educational institutions. Full Request for Proposals and additional grant information is available on the Grants & Scholarships page.

2012

Meaningful Gifts to Support Nonprofits
Are you looking for a gift for the person who has everything? Or perhaps want to give a gift that is more meaningful and maybe unconventional? The Community Foundation of Southern Maryland is kicking off a new program to offer folks an inspiring and convenient way to give while helping to support the invaluable work of nonprofits in our community. View Press Release

Julia Child Tribute Show
Join the Community Foundation of Southern Maryland at The Greater Waldorf Jaycees Center on November 2, at 11:30 am for its philanthropy day luncheon and presentation of actress Mary Ann Jung’s acclaimed tribute show to Julia Child. View Press Release

Community Foundation of Charles County to Hold 2nd Annual Community Kick Ball Tournament
Families, corporations, young professionals, community residents and small businesses, come join the Community Foundation of Charles County for its 2nd Annual Community Kickball Tournament on Saturday, August 25, 2012 (rain or shine) at Hallowing Point Park, Prince Frederick, MD. Enjoy a great day of fun and friendly competition. What’s more fun than playing kickball; all while making a difference in our community? View Press Release

Chaney Beautification Grants Awarded for 2012
The Chaney Beautification Fund, a Field of Interest Fund at the Community Foundation of Charles County, is thrilled to announce the grant recipients for 2012 Grant Cycle. View Press Release

6^th Annual Potomac River Waterfowl Show featured in Southern Maryland This Is Living View the article

Go Wild for a Great Cause at the 6^thAnnual Potomac River Waterfowl Show
Come out and watch the wild come to life as award-winning artists showcase their world class wildlife art, and hand – carved decoys at the Community Foundation of Charles County’s 6th Annual Potomac River Waterfowl Show on May 11 and 12 at the Grace Lutheran Family Life Center, La Plata, MD. View Press Release, Event Details

Three New Funds Created at the Community Foundation of Charles County
The Community Foundation of Charles County would like to announce the creation of three new Funds, The Southern Maryland Nonprofit Institute Fund, the Newcomb-Hart Foundation Fund and the Steel Lillies Fund. Press Release

Request for Proposals: Chaney Beautification Grant Program Announces Funding Available February 2
To encourage beautiful, sustainable landscapes in our community, beautification grants are awarded annually to non-profit organizations. Funding for the beautification grants comes from the Chaney Beautification Fund, a Field of Interest Fund held at the Community Foundation and provides a connection between Chaney Enterprises and the communities in which it operates. Funding is available in one or more of the following geographic focus areas: Charles, Calvert, St. Mary’s, Anne Arundel, Caroline or Southern Prince George’s Counties and must provide benefits to the residents within those areas. View Press Release, More Grant Information

2011

IRA Rollover . . . Consider creating a Fund with Your IRA Rollover and support nonprofits in the Community!!
As part of Tax Relief, Unemployment Insurance Reauthorization and Job Creation Act of 2010, legislators passed a two-year extension of Charitable IRA legislation, making it easier for Americans to give to causes they care about. The Charitable IRA provision, first enacted in 2006, has the power to help local charities strengthen their communities at a time when it is needed most. The extension goes through 2011. View Press Release

Ellen Allen, Founder and CEO of Ellen Allen Annapolis to Share Her Secrets to Graceful Living at Annual Philanthropy Day Luncheon
The Community Foundation of Charles County (CFCC) is thrilled to announce, Ellen Allen of Ellen Allen Annapolis, CEO and Founder, as this year’s keynote speaker for the CFCC’s 6th Annual Philanthropy Day Luncheon. The luncheon is the Community Foundation’s annual event to recognize and thank the many volunteers, philanthropists, and nonprofits who have given an extraordinary amount of time and money to make Charles County the ‘best place to live and give’. This year’s luncheon will be held on Friday, November 18, 11:30 – 1:30 at the Greater Waldorf Jaycees Community Center. View Press Release

Philanthropy Hall of Fame Inductees Announced!
Each year hundreds of community foundations throughout the US and Canada honor the philanthropic efforts of individuals, businesses and nonprofits who have demonstrated philanthropy and enhanced their communities. Charles County's 2011 top philanthropists, business leaders and individuals will be honored at the 2011 Annual Philanthropy Day luncheon on Friday, November 18, 2011, 11:30 – 1:30 p.m. at the Greater Waldorf Jaycees Community Center. View Press release

Annual Philanthropy Day Awards Luncheon - Come Learn About Philanthropy In Your Community
Charles County's 2011 top philanthropists, business leaders and individuals will be honored at the 2011 Annual Philanthropy Day luncheon for their outstanding philanthropy in the community. This is the community foundation’s signature event thus far recognizing nearly 40 individuals, businesses and nonprofits since our inception in December of 2005. View Press Release

Washington Area Residents Give to the Max For Local Nonprofits On November 9th!

On November 9th, thousands of area nonprofits will unite to raise millions of dollars as part of the first annual Give to the Max Day: Greater Washington (www.give2max.org), a massive one-day regional online fundraiser to support local programs. Nonprofits that serve the greater Washington region will ask donors to display their generosity in a region-wide competition to raise as much money and as many supporters as possible in order to win hundreds of thousands of dollars in awards. View Press Release, More Information

Community Foundation Seeking Nominations for Outstanding Service to Our Community at Annual Philanthropy Awards Luncheon
The Community Foundation of Charles County (CFCC) a non-profit, 501 c 3 is now accepting nominations for their 6th Annual Philanthropy Day Luncheon to take place on Friday, November 18, 11:30 at Greater Waldorf Jaycees Community Center. This event honors and supports the efforts and passions of philanthropic leaders and the organizations they serve. Nominations are due into the Community Foundation by NOON October 14, 2011. View Press Release, More Information

Hurricane Irene Beat Us to the Punch! First Community Kickball Tournament POSTPONED. New Date Saturday, September 3!!
Although we advertised the Kickball Tournament as ‘rain or shine’, we didn’t anticipate a Hurricane! To assure the safety of the participants, we are postponing the Kickball Tournament to Saturday, September 3, same time, same place. View Press Release, More Information

First Community Kickball Tournament Sponsorship Deadline Extended to Monday, August 22!
We are thrilled to have 12 teams signed up already from the tri-county area to join us for a fun day of kickball on Saturday, August 27, 2011. We want to encourage everyone -- families, corporations, young professionals, community residents and businesses to come join the Community Foundation of Charles County for its 1st Community Kickball Tournament at Hallowing Point Park, Prince Frederick, MD. What’s more fun than playing kickball; all while making a difference in our community? View Press Release, More Information

Community Foundation of Charles County to Host First Community Kickball Tournament July 14
The Community Foundation of Charles County announced today that they will be hosting a Community Kickball Tournament August 27, 2011 at Hallowing Point Park, Prince Frederick, MD. Where there will be approximately four or more fields available to us. What’s more fun than playing kickball; all while making a difference in our community? View Press Release, More Information

Sisters At Heart Seedling Fund Has Sprouted! March 10
In April 2010 with only $1500.00, Sisters At Heart, a group of breast cancer survivors created with the hope to make a difference in the lives of men and women diagnosed with breast cancer, created the Sisters At Heart Seedling Fund. View Press Release, Photo

United Way of Charles County Creates Endowment for its Future February 14
The United Way of Charles County creates the United Way of Charles County Fund, a permanent endowed fund of the Community Foundation of Charles County, “to continue and further the work of United Way of Charles County by providing a Fund which will increase in value and provide funds for future use by the organization”. View Press release, More Information

Alzheimer’s Association® Seeks “Inspiring Caregiver” Nominations January 31
The Southern Maryland office of the Alzheimer’s Association National Capital Area Chapter is seeking nominations for the first annual Southern Maryland Inspiring Caregiver Awards. View Press Release, Download Nomination Form

Donor-Advised Funds Grow at Charitable Clip January 21, Dow Jones
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Community Foundation for Southern Arizona Responds to Outpouring of Support January 11
The Community Foundation for Southern Arizona (CFSA) has put information on its website about the Christina Taylor Green Memorial Fund and other charitable funds created as a result of the recent tragedy. You can learn more by accessing the CFSA website at www.cfsoaz.org. View Press Release

Redistribution Guidelines for IRA Charitable Rollover January 10
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2010

Obama extended the Pension Protection Act of 2006 when he signed the Tax Relief, Unemployment Insurance Reauthorization, and Job Creation Act of 2010 on December 17. This permits individuals to rollover up to $100,000 from an individual retirement account (IRA) directly to a qualifying charity without recognizing the assets transferred to the qualifying charity as income. See attached for more details . .

D.C. Area Outback Steakhouse Charity Fund Presents a Check to Children's Hospital Bloodmobile While Collecting Blood for Area Children December 15
DC Area Outback Steakhouse Charity Fund, a component Fund at the Community Foundation of Charles County, will present a check to Children’s Bloodmobile for $25,000 on Monday, December 20, noon at the Waldorf Outback Steakhouse, 3020 Crain Highway, Waldorf, MD 20601. View Press Release, More Information

Thank You to Our Community Heroes Awards Announced At Annual Philanthropy Day Luncheon - November 21
The Community Foundation of Charles County’s 5th Annual Philanthropy Day Luncheon took place on Friday, November 19 at the Greater Waldorf Jaycees Community Center. There are those folks who live in Charles County and then there are those folks who live for Charles County. This annual luncheon is our way to say thank you to those who provide for Charles County to help ‘make it the best place to live and give.’ View Press Release, More Information

Community Foundation of Charles County Highlights Collaboration, Innovation in Philanthropy at Annual Luncheon Annual Nominees and Philanthropy Hall of Fame Inductees Recognized - October 28
The Community Foundation of Charles County (CFCC) will join more than 700 community foundations across America for Community Foundation Week, which kicks off on November 12. Launched in 1989 through a proclamation by former President George H.W. Bush, the first Community Foundation Week included a congressional briefing about the work of community foundations throughout America and their collaborative approach to working with the public, private, and nonprofit sectors to address community problems. View Press Release

Extended due date for nominations by one week join the community foundation as We “Salute our community heroes” - September 30
CFCC is now accepting nominations for their annual Philanthropy Day Luncheon recognition ceremony to honor individuals, organizations, businesses and corporations for their time and money contributions to the community. Awards are presented in recognition of outstanding contributions in five categories: Philanthropist, Volunteer, Next Generation or Youth Volunteer, Nonprofit Organization, and Corporation. In addition, we are accepting nominations for the Philanthropy Hall of Fame, our Lifetime Achievement Award. All Nominees will be recognized at the Community Foundation’s 5th annual Philanthropy Day Luncheon to take place on Friday, November 19, 2010, 11:30 – 1:30 at the Greater Waldorf Jaycees Community Center. Thomas E. Wilcox, President and CEO of the Baltimore Community Foundation will be this year’s keynote speaker. View Press Release

How To Give Like Gates, Buffett & Peterson August 20, by Ashlea Ebeling, Forbes.com "Why let the billionaires have all the fun?" Set up a charitable fund with us and get the expert advice and support the billionaires get. View Article

BP Fulfills Commitment to Assist Displaced Rig Workers, Establishes $100 Million Fund Through Baton Rouge Foundation - July 30 View Press Release

Hat sale benefits Sisters at Heart Wednesday, June 30, SoMdNews.com View Article

Zonta Club of Charles County Creates A Legacy Supporting Women And Children - May 21
The Community Foundation of Charles County (CFCC) is thrilled to announce the creation of the newest Fund, The Zonta Legacy Endowment Fund, to support ‘projects that benefit the legal, political, economic, educational and professional status of women locally and around the world’. View press release

One-Fourth of Nonprofits Are to Lose Tax Breaks April 22, by Stephanie Strom, The New York Times View Article

Go Wild for a Great Cause at the 4th Annual Potomac Wildlife Art & Decoy Show March 30
Come out and watch the wild come to life as award-winning artists showcase their world class wildlife art, and experience all this while helping those in need. Join with the Community Foundation of Charles County as the group celebrates the 4th annual Potomac Wildlife Art & Decoy Show on May 14 and 15, 2010 at the College of Southern Maryland.
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Chaney Foundation Bull Roast: In 29 Years Raised More Than $500,000 to American Cancer Society January 2010
We are thrilled to present the American Cancer Society (ACS) with a check for $20,000 from the Chaney Foundation Bull Roast Fund, a component Fund of the Community Foundation of Charles County (CFCC). The Chaney Foundation’s annual Bull Roast has raised more than $500,000 to support ACS and the community at large is the one to thank. Folks every year come from Charles, St. Mary’s, Anne Arundel, Prince George’s Counties and more to enjoy a day of BBQ, oysters, to re-connect with friends and family and to support the American Cancer Society.
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2009

Community Foundation of Charles County Celebrates Philanthropy Day November 23
Approximately 150 people joined the Community Foundation of Charles County (CFCC) at the 4th Annual Philanthropy Day Luncheon on Friday, November 20, 2009 at the Greater Waldorf Jaycees Community Center. The event recognized and honored people who gave their time or money to help nonprofit organizations in Charles County.
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Charitable IRA rollover is available again in 2009 If you are 70½ or older, the "Charitable IRA Rollover" provides a unique opportunity to use retirement plan assets to make a significant gift to a qualified nonprofit organization or charitable cause important to you, with no tax on the IRA withdrawal. More Information

Urge your senators to extend and expand the charitable IRA rollover The charitable IRA rollover provision will expire on December 31, 2009. Find out how you can help preserve and strengthen the impact of this crucial philanthropic tool!

Constellation Energy Creates a Fund for Heat Systems at the Baltimore Community Foundation October 22
Thanks to Constellation Energy, hundreds of needy families across Baltimore City will be warming up with new, energy-efficient furnaces this winter. The furnace replacement program, which launches in November 2009, is made possible by Constellation's $1 million gift to the Baltimore Community Foundation to create the BGE Heating System Fund. Read more about the program at Baltimore Community Foundation's Website.

CHANEY ENTERPRISES 'ROASTING BULL' FOR 30 YEARS STRONG September 18
It started 30 years ago in a small office with a passion to help find a cure for cancer, which ended Babe Chaney’s life too soon. After losing his father when he was 10 years old, and after graduating from College in June 1979, Frank Chaney, chair of the Chaney Foundation board of directors, envisioned a way that his family could make a positive difference for those with cancer. On an October Saturday in 1979, Dickie Chaney, then Chaney Enterprises’ president, with a few customers, vendors, community folk and a score of employees fired up the pit and the Bull Roast took off, helping to meet his family’s goal of beating cancer.
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COMMUNITY FOUNDATION GEARING UP FOR ITS ANNUAL CELEBRATION OF GIVING August 20
The Community Foundation of Charles County (CFCC) a non-profit, 501 c 3 is now accepting nominations for their annual Philanthropy Day Luncheon recognition ceremony to honor individuals, organizations, businesses and corporations for their time and money contributions to the community. Awards are presented in recognition of outstanding contributions in five categories: Philanthropist, Volunteer, Youth Volunteer, Nonprofit Organization, and Corporation. In addition, we are accepting nominations for the Philanthropy Hall of Fame ~ Lifetime Achievement Awards. All Nominees will be recognized at the Community Foundation’s 4th annual Philanthropy Day Luncheon to take place on Friday, November 20, 2009, 11:30 – 1:30 at the Greater Waldorf Jaycees Community Center.
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THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION HOOKS A BIG ONE FOR THE COMMUNITY Bonefish Grill Gives the Community a "Taste" of its Philanthropic Efforts - May 27
Join us at the pre-grand opening of the Bonefish Grill Restaurant in Brandywine, MD for their celebrated Charity Night on Saturday, June 13, 2009 from 6–8:30 p.m. The cost is $25/per person and includes an exclusive sampling of Bonefish’s Grill fresh market seafood, drinks and lots of fun. The funds raised will support youth in Charles and Prince George’s Counties. This is just a "taste" of Bonefish Grill’s commitment to the residents of this community. More Information
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WILDLIFE SHOW AND DECOY COMPETITION Community Foundation of Charles County Raises Funds for Community - May 6
Meet the artists who bring the wild alive—see watermen with their tongs oystering in a nearby river ; watch osprey swoop down to catch their fish of the day; sit quietly next to a blue heron as the sun sets along the St. Mary’s River and much, much more. Join the fun at the Community Foundation of Charles County (CFCC) at their 3rd annual Potomac Wildlife Art Show and First Decoy Competition on Saturday, May 16, 2009, 9 – 3 p.m. at the College of Southern Maryland, La Plata campus. Admission is free and the show is open to the public. Wander the room and learn style and technique from the artists -- art and geo-caching demos all day; buy artwork directly from the artists. More Information
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CATTAILS AND COCKTAILS Community Foundation of Charles County Raises Funds for Community - March 16
Let us take you on a visual tour of the entire Potomac River region – through the eyes of the most acclaimed wildfowl carvers and wildlife artists from the region. Meet the artists who bring the wild alive—see waterman with their tongs oystering in a nearby river ; watch osprey swoop down to catch their fish of the day; sit quietly next to a blue heron as the sun sets along the St. Mary’s River and much, much more. View Press Release

Two New Directors Join the CFCC Board - Jan. 21
Community Foundation of Charles County announces two new Board members: James DiMisa and Cary Stalnaker. "The Community Foundation feels very fortunate to have both agreed to serve on our board. Both live and work in Charles County and will bring significant experience and leadership to the Board," stated Kevin Wedding, Chairman of the CFCC Board. View Press Release

Foundation Plans Grants To Address Needs Study, Thursday, Jan. 22, by Megan Greenwell, The Washington Post Southern Maryland Extra View Article

Community Foundation Set to Award Grants, Monday, Jan. 12, The Bay Net View Article

Community Foundation to give nonprofits cash, Friday, Jan. 9, by Nancy Bromley McConaty, The Independent View Article

2008

Outback Steakhouse delivers $25,000 to Children's Medical - Dec. 29
Today, we are thrilled to announce The DC Area Outback Steakhouse Charity Fund, a component fund of the Community Foundation of Charles County, presented Children’s Medical Center with $25,000 check on Monday, December 29, 2009. View Press Release

BLING's spirit shines, Wednesday, Dec. 24, by Gretchen Phillips, The Independent

No Age Limit on Helping Others, Charles Students Form Philanthropic Group to Aid Other Youths Sunday, Dec. 21, by Jenna Johnson, The Washington Post View Article

Students Picking up the Slack by Adding More "BLING" to this Holiday Season - Dec. 4
A youth philanthropy program has formed to aid youth-related charities located in Charles County. The program named by its committee members is called BLING, Business Leaders Interested ‘N’ Giving. Their mission: Young Future Business Leaders of America developing awareness in order to improve themselves and give back to the Charles County community. BLING is an offshoot of the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) chapters from each of the high schools located in Charles County. View Press Release

Foundation honors hall of fame philanthropists, Legends of giving recognized as part of 350th celebration Wednesday, Nov. 26, by Nancy Bromley McConaty, The Independent View Article

Community Foundation of Charles County Celebrates Giving by Recognizing Philanthropists, Volunteers and Nonprofits - Nov. 14
The Community Foundation of Charles County (CFCC) held its 3rd annual Philanthropy Day Luncheon on Friday, November 14, 2008 at the Greater Waldorf Jaycees Community Center. This year’s luncheon’s theme was the Past, Present and Future of the Community. More information View Press Release

Foundation set to honor philanthropy, Lunch highlights local volunteers, groups who give Wednesday, November 12, by Nancy Bromley McConaty, The Independent View article

Donor-Advised Fund to Benefit Women - Nov. 5
The Southern Maryland's Women's League Foundation and The Chaney Foundation collaborate To Make Southern Maryland the best place to live and give. View Press Release

Colonel (Ret.) Kenneth McCreedy, Keynote Speaker for 2008 Philanthropy Day Luncheon - Oct 24
The Community Foundation of Charles County is proud to announce, Col. (Ret.) Kenneth McCreedy as the keynote speaker at their 3rd annual Philanthropy Day Luncheon, Friday, November 14, 2008. More information View Press Release

Celebrate Giving at the 3rd Annual Philanthropy Day Luncheon - Oct 20
Join the Community Foundation of Charles County on Friday, November 14, 2008 11:30 – 1:30 p.m. at the Waldorf Jaycees in recognizing those individuals and organizations who give to this community. More information View Press Release

Zonta Club's 5^th Annual RAVE Walk, October 18 - Sept. 22
Funds are being raised on behalf of The Zonta Fund - to benefit women in need, the Community Foundation of Charles County's (CFCC) newest component fund. View Press Release

Survey finds county priorities include art, health, youth, Foundation gets input about where to help community, Wednesday, September 17, by Sarah K. Taylor, The Independent View article

Collaborative Effort Produces County-Wide Needs Assessment - Sept. 3
The Community Foundation of Charles County, along with the Charles County Commissioners and the United Way of Charles County, announced Wednesday that the Priority Needs Assessment for Charles County is now complete. View Needs Assessment View Press Release

Now Accepting Nominations for Philanthropist, Volunteer and Nonprofit of the Year More Information

Second Fund Started at Community Foundation of Charles County - April 23
Outback Steakhouse to Raise Funds for Children's Hospital View Press Release

Robert Bealle and Francis Edwards Sweet Among The Artists at the Community Foundation of Charles County’s 2nd Annual Potomac Wildlife Art Show and Auction - April 2008
The Community Foundation of Charles County is proud to announce this year’s Duck Stamp Winner, Robert Bealle, as one of many sought-after artists returning for this year’s Potomac Wildlife Art Show and Auction. More Information View Press Release

First Fund at CFCC Benefits American Cancer Society - March 6
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