Community Foundation of Washington County, MD | Looking Forward, Giving Back

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benefit of Washington County

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Welcome to the Community Foundation of Washington County MD, Inc. We are one of more than 750 similar tax-exempt public charities throughout the United States that work to make their communities better places to live.

Funding available for expenses related to the visual arts, musical performance, mathematics, or computer science/technology.
APPLY NOW: Deadline December 1

Scholarships — Scholarships
The Community Foundation has more than 80 scholarships for public, private, homeschool and nontraditional students in Washington County, MD,

News
Zane Schreiber Honored with People’s Choice Rising Star Award
Posted on November 19, 2021
Paulie Ward Honored with People’s Choice Award and $5,000 Endowment
Posted on November 19, 2021
Veteran Dave Dorsey and Wife Sue Honored by Community Foundation and Create $5,000 Endowment Fund
Posted on November 12, 2021
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Capital Campaign Launched for Establishing Clara Barton Memorial Park

A plan to honor Clara Barton, who broke an important barrier at the Battle of Antietam to become the first Civil War nurse to be allowed on a battlefield during the battle, and founder and president of the American Red Cross, is moving along by way of The Clara Barton Memorial Committee.

In preparation for fundraising, the Clara Barton Memorial Fund is now established with the Community Foundation of Washington County MD, Inc. This effort will facilitate donations, to help build a larger-than-life bronze sculpture of Barton caring for a fallen soldier.
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Our Scholarships – Sign Up for Updates & More!

The Community Foundation of Washington County MD makes scholarships available for local students preparing for a post-secondary education. To stay up to date with announcements regarding when our application process opens up, new scholarship funds added, and more – PLEASE CLICK HERE

For a full list of 2021 recipients, click the button below.
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In the Community
The Community Foundation of Washington County MD, Inc. serves as a vehicle for philanthropy and a powerful force in improving the quality of life in Washington County. We work with individuals, families and businesses to create funds that help meet their charitable goals and give to the causes they care about the most. Established in 1997, the Foundation has grown from one fund worth $9,000 to more than 380 funds valued at over $55 million. We have distributed over $28 million in grants and scholarships since inception. By promoting philanthropy in every field of interest and capacity, we can manage special fundraising projects as well, such as endowment challenges, emergency relief campaigns and Washington County Gives. Additionally, the Community Foundation stays actively involved in the Washington County community through various programs and events.