Since 1986, LHC has been the critical force in developing a foundation of community leaders who serve on a wide array of nonprofit boards and organizations. Corporate sponsorships help support LHC’s innovative programs that develop knowledgeable and skilled leaders, who are dedicated to making a difference in our community.
The LHC network includes the most active business and community leaders in Howard County who are invested in building a strong and vibrant community. As a result, many businesses recognize the value of supporting LHC and aligning themselves with our mission. Learn more about becoming a sponsor and the associated benefits.
We appreciate the generosity of the following sponsors who make our mission possible.


Special Thanks to LHC’s FY24 Sponsors
Leadership U
American Bully Manufacturing
Costco – Columbia
Dembo Jones
Earl & Mary Armiger (LP ’87)
Wegmans – Columbia
Women’s Giving Circle of Howard County
Friend ~ Non-Profit
L500 Members
Wendy Baird, LP ’15
Mae A. Beale, LP ’20
Jackie Breeden, LP ’18
Nancy Briguglio, LP ’12
Phillip Dodge, LP ’20
Shaun Eddy, LP ’04
Felicia Fleming, LP ’19
Chris Frink, LP ’19
Lori Fuchs, LP ’02
Bruce Fulton, LP ’21
Cyndi Gula, LP ’16
Stacie Hunt, LP ’02
Rafiu Ighile, LP ’12
John Isaac, LP ’92
David Koonce, LP ’18
Marcy Leonard, LP ’19
Eileen Levitt, LP ’03
Donald Manekin, LP ’90
Jon May, LP ’02
Kimberly Prescott, LP ’18
Dr. Cindy Sandler, LP ’19
Jennifer VanKirk, LP ’23
Arti Varanasi, LP ’21
David Woodruff, LP ’20
Jean Xu, LP ’20


To learn more about Illuminating Leadership sponsorship options, please click here.