Coffee & Conversation with the CEO: Donors & Philanthropic Planning
2026-03-05 12:00 - 13:00 UTC | Zoom
Coffee & Conversation with the CEO is a series of informal, virtual listening sessions taking place January through early March with John Rodenhausen, President and CEO of the Community Foundation of Anne Arundel County (CFAAC). These hop-on, hop-off Zoom conversations are designed for open dialogue, shared learning, and thoughtful exchange. Each session includes a brief overview followed by ample time for discussion. These are not solicitation meetings. Each topic is offered twice—once in the morning and once at lunchtime.
Donors & Philanthropic Planning
Donor-Advised Funds, Legacy & Local Change
Thursday, March 5 | 12:00–1:00 p.m. (Virtual)
Designed for donors, professional advisors, and community members, this listening session explores donor-advised funds, planned giving, and how philanthropic planning can align personal values with lasting local impact.
This is not a fundraising/solicitation meeting. It is a space for learning, questions, and shared dialogue.
REGISTER HERE
Registration is required.
Questions may be submitted in advance to Ashley@CFAAC.org.

Navigating the Grant Application Process
2026-03-04 13:00 - 15:00 | Michael E. Busch Annapolis Library, 1410 West St, Annapolis, MD, 21401, United States
Join CFAAC for an interactive learning session designed to help nonprofits strengthen their grant applications and improve their chances of funding success.
Our panel of experts will walk participants through key components of a strong proposal — from shaping a clear program idea to presenting budgets and measuring impact. This session is ideal for nonprofit staff, board members, and volunteers involved in grant writing or program development.
You’ll learn how to:

Present a strong idea by aligning your program with your organization’s mission, grant guidelines, and a clearly defined community need
Demonstrate a track record of success by highlighting organizational growth, outcomes, and previous funding
Craft a compelling proposal summary that stands out among multiple applications
Share a detailed operating budget that clearly supports your program goals and priorities
Measure and communicate success using meaningful metrics and outcomes

As the saying goes, “a rising tide lifts all boats.” Strengthening grant-writing skills helps nonprofits better serve their communities and improve quality of life across Anne Arundel County.

Event Details
Date: Wednesday, March 4
Time: 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Location: Michael E. Busch Annapolis Library
Cost: Free for registered attendees
REGISTER HERE

Coffee & Conversation with the CEO: Donors & Philanthropic Planning
2026-02-06 09:00 - 10:00 | Zoom
Coffee & Conversation with the CEO is a series of informal, virtual listening sessions taking place January through early March with John Rodenhausen, President and CEO of the Community Foundation of Anne Arundel County (CFAAC). These hop-on, hop-off Zoom conversations are designed for open dialogue, shared learning, and thoughtful exchange. Each session includes a brief overview followed by ample time for discussion. These are not fundraising meetings. Each topic is offered twice—once in the morning and once at lunchtime.
Donors & Philanthropic Planning
Donor-Advised Funds, Legacy & Local Change
Friday, February 6 | 9:00–10:00 a.m. (Virtual)
Designed for donors, professional advisors, and community members, this listening session explores donor-advised funds, planned giving, and how philanthropic planning can align personal values with lasting local impact.
This is not a fundraising meeting. It is a space for learning, questions, and shared dialogue.
REGISTER HERE
Registration is required.
If you are unable to attend, this session will be repeated on Thursday, March 5 (12:00–1:00 p.m.).
Questions may be submitted in advance to Ashley@CFAAC.org.

Recommended Date to Complete New Fund Materials
2025-12-31 08:00 - 17:00
New funds may be opened at any time during business hours once CFAAC receives both a fully executed fund agreement and an initial contribution in the form of cash or non-cash assets. To ensure your new fund is established within the 2025 calendar year, all materials and contributions must be received by December 31, 2025. For details, please contact John@cfaac.org or Jen@cfaac.org.
Tax-smart options such as appreciated stock, QCDs, or bequests are all strong ways to open a new fund.

Recommended Date to Complete Cash & Credit Card Donations
2025-12-31 08:00 - 17:00
To help ensure your cash, check, or credit card donation is counted in the 2025 calendar year, please complete these gifts by this date. Credit card contributions must be made online by 11:59 PM at www.cfaac.org/donate. Cash gifts should be finalized on or before December 31, and check donations should be postmarked by this date.
Mailing Address:
Community Foundation of Anne Arundel County
900 Bestgate Road, Suite 400
Annapolis, MD 21401

Recommended Date to Initiate ACH or Wire Transfers
2025-12-19 08:00 - 17:00
For ACH or wire gifts, we encourage initiating transfers by this date to allow time for bank processing before year-end. For instructions, please email Kathy@cfaac.org.

Recommended Date to Complete Stock Transfers
2025-12-19 08:00 - 17:00
Donating appreciated stock is one of the most tax-smart ways to give. To ensure your gift qualifies for a 2025 tax deduction, please initiate stock transfers by December 19, 2025. This timeline allows for processing before the December 31 transfer deadline.
Please notify Kathy@cfaac.org in advance with the company name and approximate number of shares. If CFAAC receives the shares before the close of business on December 31, they may be claimed as a 2025 tax deduction even if they are sold in 2026. Please note that the stock market is closed on December 25.

Recommended Date to Submit Year-End Grant Requests
2025-12-12 08:00 - 17:00
If you plan to recommend a grant before year-end, please submit your request by Friday, December 12, 2025. Because of the high volume at this time of year, this deadline ensures our team has the time needed to complete the required due diligence and distribute grants within the 2025 calendar year.
You may request grants online through your fund portal or by emailing Rosalind@cfaac.org.

#StockMonday - A Smart, Tax-Wise Way to Support CFAAC
2025-12-01
Stock Monday is December 1!
Join others across our community who are giving the powerful gift of stock to strengthen local nonprofits and create lasting impact.
Did you know you can help grow CFAAC’s Community Leadership Fund by donating stock? It’s one of the most tax-wise ways to give — and one of the easiest. By donating appreciated stock, you can potentially reduce your taxes, increase the value of your charitable gift without any extra cost to you, and make a meaningful difference for our community. Talk about a win-win-win!
Why consider giving stock?

You may avoid capital gains taxes on appreciated securities.
You may receive a charitable income tax deduction for the full fair-market value of your gift.
Your contribution can go even further to support CFAAC’s mission and the Community Leadership Fund.
It’s fast, secure, and often easier than people expect.

Stock gifts are straightforward.
To qualify for a 2025 tax deduction, please initiate gifts of appreciated stock by December 19, 2025 so there’s time to process before the December 31 deadline.
To initiate a transfer:

Contact your broker with the number of shares of each security you wish to give.

Ask your broker to transfer “DTC Eligible” stocks or bonds using the following information:
• Pershing, LLC Depository Trust Company (DTC) #0443
• For the credit to: Pershing, LLC #4S2117401
• Account name: The Community Foundation of Anne Arundel County

Before initiating a transfer, please notify Kathy at Kathy@cfaac.org or 410-280-1102 x105 with the type of security and the fund you’d like to support. This ensures your gift is processed accurately and promptly.

Want to explore the advantages first?
LEARN MORE ABOUT THE BENEFITS OF STOCK GIVING & HOW TO DONATE HERE.

Planning with Purpose: Creating a Tax-Efficient Life and Charitable Legacy
2025-11-10 17:30 - 19:30 | The Commons, Research Dr., Annapolis, MD, 21401, United States
Join the Community Foundation of Anne Arundel County (CFAAC) and Modera Wealth Management for a practical, jargon-free session designed to help donors, families, and professional advisors navigate today’s evolving tax landscape and maximize the impact of their charitable giving.
Wealth Managers Dan Ebinger and Bill Hufnell, together with incoming CFAAC President & CEO John Rodenhausen, will share strategies for integrating philanthropy into a comprehensive financial plan—from donor-advised funds and charitable trusts to bunching and qualified charitable distributions. You’ll also learn how recent tax law changes under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and new Maryland provisions may influence your giving in 2025 and beyond.
Registration is required. Seating is limited; light refreshments will be provided.

Who Should Attend

Individual donors and families planning their charitable giving
Professional advisors (wealth managers, attorneys, CPAs)
Nonprofit board members and philanthropic partners

What You’ll Learn

How to align your legacy, community impact, and tax goals
When to use donor-advised funds, charitable trusts, QCDs, and bunching
Key 2025 tax considerations under federal and Maryland changes
Practical steps to integrate philanthropy into a holistic financial plan

Attendees will receive a complimentary printed copy of the 2025 Community Needs Assessment Report. Additional copies will be available for purchase, and a free download will be available at cfaac.org.
Register Here
Trouble Registering? Google Chrome is the preferred browser for registration. If you continue to have trouble, please email ashley@cfaac.org for assistance.

Estate Planning and Implications of the New Tax Laws (Virtual)
2025-09-10 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom
Join us for a special webinar in recognition of National Make-a-Will Month, hosted by the Community Foundation of Anne Arundel County. This is your opportunity to learn directly from two seasoned experts about the critical importance of estate planning and the significant impact of recent tax law changes.
This informative session is open to the public and provided at no cost to registered participants.
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Estate Planning Attorney Christine Hubbard, a founding member of the Anne Arundel Estate Planning Council (AAEPC), will guide us through the essentials of creating or updating your estate plan. She’ll also break down the changes to tax laws and how they might affect your assets and legacy planning.

John Rodenhausen, CFAAC’s Director of Gift Planning, will facilitate the session and share how our foundation’s services can support your planning needs and help you make a lasting impact in the community.

This event is open to anyone who wants to ensure their future and legacy are protected. Whether you’re just starting your estate planning journey or looking to update your existing plan, this webinar will provide valuable insights you won’t want to miss.
REGISTER HERE

2024 Credit Card, Check, Cash Donation Deadlines
2024-12-31
To ensure your donation qualifies for a 2024 tax deduction, please note the following important deadlines:
Credit Card Donations: Must be completed via our website by 11:59 pm on December 31, 2024.Visit our website now to make your donation and help CFAAC continue supporting impactful community initiatives.
Checks: Must be postmarked by December 31, 2024, to qualify for 2024 tax deductions. Cash donations must also be completed by this date.
Be sure to complete your donations by these deadlines to maximize your impact and take full advantage of your charitable giving for 2024!

ACH/Wire Transfer Deadline for 2024
2024-12-20
Initiate Transfers by December 20 to Ensure Timely Processing
To ensure your transfer is processed before the end of the year, we recommend initiating ACH or wire transfers by December 20, 2024. For transfer details, please reach out to Kathy at Kathy@cfaac.org .
Make sure to take action early to meet the deadline and avoid any delays!

2024 Stock Transfer Deadline
2024-12-20
Donate by December 20 to Ensure Your Tax Deduction and Maximize Your Impact!
Did you know that you can help grow CFAAC’s Community Leadership Fund by donating stock? This option not only benefits the Community Foundation but also can be advantageous for you. By giving appreciated stock, you can save money, increase your donation without extra cost, and have a greater impact on CFAAC! It’s a win-win-win!
Giving the gift of stock is not complicated with the help of the philanthropic advisors at CFAAC. Donate the gift of stock today to CFAAC’s Community Leadership Fund. Call John Rodenhausen, our Director of Gift Planning, at 410.280.1102 ext. 103 or email John@cfaac.org for more information.
To ensure your gift qualifies for a 2024 tax deduction, please initiate gifts of appreciated stock by December 20, 2024. This allows time for processing before the December 31, 2024 transfer deadline.

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE BENEFITS OF STOCK GIVING & HOW TO DONATE HERE.

2024 CFAAC Fund Holder Grant Requests
2024-12-13
If you’re planning to make a grant from your fund by the end of the year, please submit your request by Friday, December 13, 2024, to allow time for processing and delivery. You can submit your request online via your account, or by emailing Rosalind@cfaac.org.
Be sure to submit your request before the deadline to ensure your grant is processed before the year ends!

Stock Up Your Stocking on Stock Monday!
2024-12-02
Did you know that you can help grow CFAAC’s Community Leadership Fund by donating stock? This option not only benefits the Community Foundation but also can be advantageous for you. By giving appreciated stock, you can save money, increase your donation without extra cost, and have a greater impact on CFAAC!! It’s a win-win-win!

Giving the gift of stock is not complicated with the help of the philanthropic advisors at CFAAC. Donate the gift of stock today to CFAAC’s Community Leadership Fund. Call John Rodenhausen, our Director of Gift Planning, at 410.280.1102 ext. 103 or email John@cfaac.org for more information.

This year, Stock Monday falls on December 2. Join others who are giving the powerful gift of stock because they want to make a difference!

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE BENEFITS OF STOCK GIVING & HOW TO DONATE HERE.

To ensure your gift qualifies for a 2024 tax deduction, please initiate gifts of appreciated stock by December 20, 2024. This allows time for processing before the December 31, 2024 transfer deadline.
