Community Foundation of Howard County
The Community Foundation of Howard County is a public charity based in Kokomo, Indiana. It makes grants and supports scholarships across Howard, Clinton, and Carroll counties, with programs spanning social services, youth development, education, community development, and other community needs.
Community Foundation of Howard County at a glance
In short: Community Foundation of Howard County gave $3.5M across 98 grants in 2024 (avg $35K), mostly in Indiana. 23% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $3,454,483
- +18.6% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 98
- +11.4% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $35,250
- +6.5% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $14,816
- Total assets
- $122,899,959
- +8.6% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 23% first-time grantees (23 of 98, 2024)
- Primary geography
- Indiana (98% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Community Foundation of Howard County
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- Yes
- How to Apply
-
The foundation accepts unsolicited requests from 501(c)(3) organizations. Its grants page invites applications through the grant portal and says letters of intent are welcome year-round; an LOI should be submitted at least two weeks before the target grant deadline. First-time applicants must contact the foundation to discuss proposals before submitting. The foundation says it does not typically award grants for costs incurred before grant approval.
- Review Cycle
- The listed 2026 General Grant deadlines for Howard, Carroll, and Clinton counties have passed. The grants page says LOIs are welcome year-round.
- Deadline
- The listed 2026 General Grant deadlines for Howard, Carroll, and Clinton counties have passed.
- Contact
Mailing address: 215 W Sycamore St, Kokomo, IN 46901
Phone: (765) 454-7298
Website: https://cfhoward.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Open Grants
3 open opportunities from Community Foundation of Howard County
Collaborative Impact Grant Program
Community Foundation of Howard County
Amount
Varies; examples include $150,000 over three years and $50,000 one-time
Deadline
Deadline not published
Community Impact Grants
Community Foundation of Howard County
Amount
Varies by project
Deadline
Deadline not published
General Grants
Community Foundation of Howard County
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Deadline not published
Who Community Foundation of Howard County funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Kokomo Rescue Mission ($307K). Together the top 10 received $1.5M.
Grant Size Distribution
396 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 327 grants of 396 (83%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation states that its grant programs serve Howard, Clinton, and Carroll counties in Indiana, including communities such as Kokomo, Frankfort, Delphi, Flora, Russiaville, and Greentown. Its 2024 filing reports that 98% of grant dollars went to recipients in Indiana.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 98 itemized grants.
Cities
Is Community Foundation of Howard County open to new grantees?
23%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 23 of 98 grantees (23%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $36K; repeat grants $35K. How we count
Medians: $13K first-time, $15K repeat.
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990 filings (2020–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $2.1M (2022) to $5.5M (2021). In 2024 it made 98 grants totaling $3.5M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kokomo Rescue Mission Kokomo, IN | To Further the Exempt Purpose of the Organization | $306,562 |
| Clinton Co Boys & Girls Club Frankfort, IN | To Further the Exempt Purpose of the Organization | $180,020 |
| Camp Tecumseh Brookston, IN | To Further the Exempt Purpose of the Organization | $166,220 |
| Kokomohoward County Arts League Kokomo, IN | To Further the Exempt Purpose of the Organization | $159,750 |
| Family Service Association of Howard County Inc Kokomo, IN | To Further the Exempt Purpose of the Organization | $159,525 |
| Howard County Food Access Alliance Kokomo, IN | To Further the Exempt Purpose of the Organization | $136,838 |
| Carroll Co Wabash and Erie Canal Inc Delphi, IN | To Further the Exempt Purpose of the Organization | $110,969 |
| Riley Children's Foundation Indianapolis, IN | To Further the Exempt Purpose of the Organization | $106,650 |
| Russiaville Park and Tree Board Russiaville, IN | To Further the Exempt Purpose of the Organization | $100,000 |
| Clinton County Economic Advancement Foundation Frankfort, IN | To Further the Exempt Purpose of the Organization | $100,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $122,899,959 | $10,777,861 | $5,876,529 | $3,454,483 | 98 | $6,254,081 |
| 2023 | $113,126,854 | $6,307,635 | $5,263,763 | $2,913,103 | 88 | $3,077,309 |
| 2022 | $103,058,908 | $8,113,696 | $4,090,286 | $2,130,194 | 79 | $3,635,049 |
| 2021 | $118,725,038 | $13,832,035 | $7,051,954 | $5,461,053 | 65 | $3,914,171 |
| 2020 | $102,354,620 | $12,272,982 | $4,457,230 | $2,222,131 | 66 | $2,924,953 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s 2024 filing states its mission is “to connect people, resources and causes to produce a positive and sustainable change in the communities we serve.” Its website gives a related mission: “to be stewards helping donors make our communities a better place to live every day.”
The foundation’s filing describes support for social services; scholarships for students from the three counties attending accredited postsecondary institutions; community development, including beautification, parks, historic preservation, technology and equipment, and building improvements; and youth development, including camps, scouting, recreation, mentoring, tutoring, and youth programs. Its website also identifies education, healthcare, environmental stewardship, and arts and culture among the areas its grant programs may support.
Examples of grantees illustrate the range of organizations receiving support. Kokomo Rescue Mission describes its work serving people who are homeless, hungry, or hurting in north central Indiana. Family Service Association describes programs promoting healthy families and supporting vulnerable individuals and families. The Boys and Girls Club of Frankfort describes its mission as helping young people, especially those facing disadvantage, realize their potential. Carroll County Wabash & Erie Canal describes providing educational opportunities about the canal and Indiana history.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2024, the foundation reported 98 grants totaling $3,454,483. Grant amounts ranged from $5,084 to $306,562, with a median grant of $14,816. Separately, the foundation’s website reports that it awarded more than $4.5 million in grants and scholarships across its three counties in 2024.
Among the largest reported 2024 grants were $306,562 to Kokomo Rescue Mission, $180,020 to the Boys and Girls Club of Frankfort, $166,220 to Camp Tecumseh, $159,750 to Kokomo-Howard County Arts League, and $159,525 to Family Service Association of Howard County. The filing lists each grant’s purpose as furthering the recipient organization’s exempt purpose.
The foundation describes General Grants as part of its regular grant cycles, supporting programs and services as well as nonprofit capacity building. Listed areas include health and medical programs, social services, education, cultural affairs, civic affairs, and community beautification. Its Community Impact Grants include competitive grants from unrestricted community endowment funds, along with designated or agency funds, field-of-interest funds, and donor-advised funds. The separate 2026 Community Impact Grant opportunity had a Phase 1 deadline of May 1, 2026, and the foundation stated that Phase 1 was closed; those dates have passed.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Todd Moser as president. It lists Al Jackson, Arnold Stone, Bob Hickman, Celestine Johnson, Irene Rolland, Isabella Chism, Jack Hingst, Joe Dunbar, and Laura O’Donnell as directors.
Community Foundation of Howard County is led by Todd Moser, President since 2023 (on filings since 2022); 1 of 20 officers listed in 2024 is compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Todd Moser
President
Executive Vice President → President, 2023
On filings since 2022
40 hrs/week
$22K (2022) → $104K (2024)
Teresa Devaul
Chair
Director → Vice Chair, 2021
Vice Chair → Chair, 2023
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Bob Hickman
Director
Chair → Past Chair, 2021
Past Chair → Director, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Celestine Johnson
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Irene Rolland
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Joe Dunbar
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Mary Baker
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Steve Currens
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Tom Miklik
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Mike Sargent
Director
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Linda Ferries
Director
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Arnold Stone
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jack Hingst
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Laura O'Donnell
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Megan Sheets
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Al Jackson
Director
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Isabella Chism
Director
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Amy Pate
Vice Chair
Director → Vice Chair, 2023
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
David Owen
Past Chair
Vice Chair → Chair, 2021
Chair → Past Chair, 2023
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Aaron Smith
Secretary & Treasurer
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (13)
- Former: Greg Aaron (2020–2023) — President
- Former: Rex Gingerich (2020–2023) — Director
- Former: Alan Jackson (2023) — Director
- Former: Bob Hingst (2020–2022) — Secretary & Treasurer
- Former: James McIntyre (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Paul Manning (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Robert Thorley (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Brian Hayes (2020–2021) — Director
- Former: Doug Vaughn (2020–2021) — Director
- Former: Jeff Hauswald (2020–2021) — Director
- Former: Kim Abney (2020–2021) — Vice President
- Former: Rick Smith (2020–2021) — Director
- Former: Mike Ullery (2020) — Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $104K, to Todd Moser (President).
Frequently asked questions about Community Foundation of Howard County
How much does Community Foundation of Howard County give each year?
Community Foundation of Howard County gave $3.5M across 98 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $2.9M across 88 grants.
What is Community Foundation of Howard County's typical grant size?
Community Foundation of Howard County's median grant in 2024 was $14,816, and its average grant was $35,250, across 98 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Organizations receiving their first grant from Community Foundation of Howard County that year got $36K on average.
Where does Community Foundation of Howard County give grants?
Community Foundation of Howard County gives mostly in Indiana: 98% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Kokomo, IN (38 grants), Frankfort, IN (16 grants), Delphi, IN (6 grants) and Lafayette, IN (5 grants).
Who are Community Foundation of Howard County's largest grantees?
Community Foundation of Howard County's largest 2024 grantees include Kokomo Rescue Mission ($306,562), Clinton Co Boys & Girls Club ($180,020) and Camp Tecumseh ($166,220), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 19% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Community Foundation of Howard County?
Community Foundation of Howard County reported $122.9M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $10.8M.
What does Community Foundation of Howard County fund?
The foundation’s 2024 filing states its mission is “to connect people, resources and causes to produce a positive and sustainable change in the communities we serve.” Its website gives a related mission: “to be stewards helping donors make our communities a better place to live every day.” See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Community Foundation of Howard County?
The foundation accepts unsolicited requests from 501(c)(3) organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Community Foundation of Howard County's EIN?
Community Foundation of Howard County's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 35-1844891. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does Community Foundation of Howard County accept unsolicited proposals?
Yes, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
Data update history
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS November 1, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS October 31, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 8, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS October 8, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 12, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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