About CFAAC

Their mission is to inspire and promote giving in Anne Arundel County by connecting people who care with causes that matter.  

CFAAC is a tax exempt, 501(c)(3), publicly supported philanthropic organization with the long term goal of building permanent funds that provide support to local nonprofit organizations through grants and special projects.

Established in 1998, CFAAC is one of the largest funders of nonprofit organizations in Anne Arundel County. CFAAC distributes nearly $2.3 million in grants each year to a variety of nonprofit organizations. 

With support from local donors, they have created a permanent endowment whose earnings will be used to reinvest in the community year after year. As the endowment grows, so will their ability to provide support for community projects that need their attention.  

They are committed to increasing access to high quality capacity building training for nonprofit professionals to ensure more effective and efficient nonprofits in the county. 

Through their Community Needs Assessment: Poverty Amidst Plenty they are helping to create awareness about the issues in Anne Arundel County that impact the economy and quality of life.  They monitor all areas of community need—including human services, education, the environment, healthcare, the arts, and economic development.

Who They Are

Understanding Community Foundations

They envision a vibrant and generous community that comes together to enhance the quality of life for all.

At CFAAC they know that every ONE of us makes a difference. That is why they are focused on growing philanthropy one person, one family, one business at a time. The more of us who give, the more good they can do for their community, together.

The Community Foundation's role is to promote philanthropy, help to identify critical needs in Anne Arundel County, partner with donors to help them meet their philanthropic and financial goals, and promote collaboration to help strengthen local nonprofits.