The TowerCares Foundation regularly helps charitable organizations make a difference in our community. Stay up-to-date with the Foundation’s most recent news and opportunities to participate in and support our good work.
For University of Georgia senior Robert Fuss, becoming a doctor isn’t just a career goal—it’s a way to make a difference around the world. Fuss, who is majoring in Biology, plans to pursue a career in medicine after graduation. A $5,000 scholarship from the TowerCares Foundation will help him achieve his dream of becoming a […]
Tower employees volunteered at local charities and food banks supporting children, military heroes, and Veterans in need—and surprised local first responders with lunch—in honor of those lost on 9/11.
Tower Federal Credit Union, through its TowerCares Foundation, has partnered with The Alonso Foundation to launch Homers for Heroes, a new initiative that turns every Pete Alonso home run into meaningful support for Maryland veterans and military families.
Tower Federal Credit Union today announced the voting results of $250,000 for a Brighter America, a community giving initiative celebrating America’s 250th anniversary.
When Melissa and Adam Ritchie learned during a routine pregnancy checkup that their unborn son had a severe neural tube defect, their world changed instantly. They turned to Johns Hopkins Children’s Center (JHCC) in Baltimore, Maryland, for care and hope. Seventeen weeks later, Brayden was born with spina bifida and underwent multiple surgeries during his […]
Tower Federal Credit Union today announced the launch of $250,000 for a Brighter America, a new community giving initiative celebrating America’s 250th anniversary. Through the campaign, Tower and the TowerCares Foundation will invest $250,000 in local charities that support military servicemembers, Veterans, and children in need. Members Help Direct $50,000 in Donations As part of […]
The TowerCares Foundation has provided over $4 million dollars to over 140 charitable organizations supporting active military, Veterans, and children in need since its inception in 2015.
The TowerCares Foundation made a special $70,000 donation to local food banks to help meet the increased need during the government shutdown. The Anne Arundel, Capital Area, Howard County, and Maryland Food Banks each received $15,000 from TowerCares; FISH of Laurel and the Fort Meade Spouses’ Club each received $5,000.
As part of the 9/11 National Day of Service, forty Tower Federal Credit Union employees volunteered throughout the community...
Recent high school graduate Sarah Voigt will enter her freshman year at Villanova University this fall with an extra $5,000 towards her education, thanks to the TowerCares Foundation. Voigt plans to major in Medicine and pursue her dream of becoming a doctor. “I’m incredibly honored and grateful for the support the TowerCares scholarship award provides […]
Hosted by the TowerCares Foundation, Tower Classic raised the highest amount in the event’s 42-year history, with all proceeds going to help critically ill children receiving care at Johns Hopkins Children’s Center in Baltimore, Maryland. Over the years, the annual golf tournament has raised over $1.1 million to help local children in need.
New three-year partnership between the TowerCares Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Tower Federal Credit Union, and the UMBC Cybersecurity Institute will help support the Maryland region and educate and train the next generation of cybersecurity leaders and professionals.
The TowerCares Foundation has provided over $3 million to help military families, Veterans, and children in need. Four special $25,000 donations to local TowerCares Community Heroes charity partners, along with the credit union’s innovative Pennies for Change program, helped push the Foundation over the $3 million mark in just under a decade.
Dozens of Tower employees volunteered in the community on September 11 at four local charities that help our military heroes and children in need—and surprised local firefighters with lunch—as part of the 9/11 Day of National Service and Remembrance.
Thirty college students studying STEM-related fields each received a $5,000 scholarship from the TowerCares Foundation. More than half of this year’s winners have parents who are affiliated with the Department of Defense or U.S. Military. Since 2018, TowerCares has awarded over half a million dollars in college scholarships.
The annual charity golf tournament, hosted by the TowerCares Foundation, raised the highest amount in the event's 41-year history, with all proceeds going to help critically ill children receiving care at Johns Hopkins Children's Center in Baltimore, Md.
The Armed Forces Financial Network® (AFFN®) has approved a $1,500 matching grant for the TowerCares Foundation for 2024.
Tower Federal Credit Union made a special donation to 11 local food banks through the TowerCares Foundation to restock food pantry shelves and help meet the increased need for meals during the holidays.
To commemorate Veterans Day and honor our nation's Veterans, the TowerCares Foundation has made a special $10,000 donation to the Maryland Center for Veterans' Education and Training, fondly known as MCVET.
The TowerCares Foundation announced today that it has appointed Mr. Allen Brisentine III as new Chairman of its volunteer Board of Directors.
Thirty college students studying STEM-related fields each received a $5,000 scholarship from the TowerCares Foundation. More than half of this year's winners have parents who are affiliated with the Department of Defense, or serve in the U.S. Military.
The TowerCares Foundation has provided over $2 million to help military families, Veterans, and children in need. Tower Federal Credit Union members and employees, along with the credit union's Pennies for Change program, were instrumental in helping the Foundation reach the $2 million milestone.
The annual golf tournament, held on June 2 and hosted by the TowerCares Foundation, raised the highest amount in the event's 40-year history, with all proceeds going to help critically ill children and their families receiving care at Johns Hopkins Children's Center, Baltimore's local Children's Miracle Network Hospital.
To celebrate Tower Federal Credit Union’s 70th anniversary, the TowerCares Foundation donated $70,000 to local charities supporting military heroes, Veterans and children in need. The donation coincided with Tower’s refreshed brand, logo, and website. Founded in 1953, Tower Federal Credit Union recently celebrated its 70th anniversary with a special $70,000 donation to charities through the […]
Fifteen college-bound students studying STEM-related fields each received a $5,000 scholarship from the TowerCares Foundation. Over half have parents who are currently serving or have served in the U.S. Military.
The annual golf tournament, hosted by the TowerCares Foundation, raised the highest amount in the event's history, with all proceeds going to help critically ill children and their families receiving care at Johns Hopkins Children's Center, Baltimore's local Children's Miracle Network Hospital.
The annual golf tournament, hosted by the TowerCares Foundation, raises funds for critically ill children receiving care at Johns Hopkins Children's Center, Baltimore's local Children's Miracle Network Hospital.
Ten college-bound students, eight of whom are Maryland residents, each received a $5,000 scholarship from the TowerCares Foundation.
[Laurel, Md.] - The TowerCares Foundation is proud to announce that it has surpassed $1 million in grants, donations and scholarships to help support military heroes, Veterans and children in need. A recent donation of $5,000 to the Johns Hopkins Children's Center pushed the Foundation's charitable giving past the million dollar mark.
[Laurel, MD] – The Armed Forces Financial Network® (AFFN®) has approved a $1,500 matching grant for the TowerCares Foundation for 2021. For over 35 years, AFFN® has provided the U.S. military, Veteran and civilian communities with ready access to their funds through ATM and POS terminal locations at or near U.S. military bases worldwide. Thank […]
Tower FCU will donate up to $250,000 to the TowerCares Foundation in 2021 through the credit union’s new Pennies for Change program. [Laurel, MD] – Tower Federal Credit Union announces the launch of a new philanthropic initiative, Pennies for Change. In 2021, Tower will donate up to $250,000 to the TowerCares Foundation through the Pennies […]
Five college-bound students, including one attending the U.S. Coast Guard Academy, each received $5,000 from the Foundation. [Laurel, Md.] Madison Garrigus of Laurel, Md. is entering her freshman year at the United States Coast Guard Academy with an extra $5,000 in her pocket, thanks to the TowerCares Foundation. Ms. Garrigus is one of five winners […]
Lifetime philanthropic contributions now totaling more than $750,000 [Laurel, MD] – Tower Federal Credit Union (Tower) and TowerCares Foundation proudly announce a gift of $30,900 to the Johns Hopkins Children’s Center (JHCC) in Baltimore City. The organizations have been long-term supporters of JHCC, donating a cumulative total of more than $750,000 to the hospital over […]
[Laurel, MD] – CUNA Mutual Group, a leading insurance, financial services and technology company based in Wisconsin, has committed to donate $2,000 annually to the TowerCares Foundation, for a total donation of $10,000 over five years. CUNA Mutual Group is focused on helping people achieve financial security through all life stages. Their offerings include consumer […]
[Laurel, MD] – Food insecure households are among those people who are more susceptible to the COVID-19 public health crisis, according to the Maryland Food Bank. “Kids who are missing meals at school, seniors who can’t leave their homes out of fear, and people who were food insecure even before COVID-19 hit, are particularly vulnerable […]
[Laurel, Md.]—This holiday season, the spirit of giving and generosity was alive and well at Tower Federal Credit Union. Through the credit union’s “Tower Gives Back” program, employees have an opportunity to participate in a variety of events and programs to help families and at-risk children in the community—even if those events occur during the […]
Trap & skeet tournament puts a new spin on fundraising. [Laurel, MD] — When Annapolis-based commercial telecom-services provider Sunrise Solutions wanted to hold a fundraiser to support local children in need, they decided against the run of the mill golf tournament. Instead, they did something a little out of the ordinary: a day of trap […]
The Foundation awards $25K to five college-bound students pursuing careers in the STEM fields, including one repeat winner from last year’s program. [Laurel, MD] For the second year in a row, Victoria Nelson will be entering college this fall with an extra $5,000 in her pocket to help pay for tuition and expenses. The University […]
[Laurel, MD]— Twin sisters Elle and Emme Thomas, the 2019 Children’s Miracle Network Champions for Maryland, were delivered 25 weeks premature on September 30, 2016 at the Johns Hopkins Children’s Center (JHCC) in Baltimore. Both girls were born with brain bleeds, and, while Elle’s bleed healed on its own, Emme developed hydrocephalus, resulting in several […]
Organizations aid local food banks to assist those impacted by recent government furlough. [Laurel, MD] – Tower Federal Credit Union and the TowerCares Foundation recently made matching donations to three local food banks to help replenish food and other necessities depleted by the increased demand from those impacted by the recent government shutdown. The Maryland […]
Bonus donation opportunity for TowerCares Foundation through AmazonSmile. Through January 31, 2019, AmazonSmile will donate 15% the purchase price of new print magazine subscriptions. Click here for details.
The TowerCares Foundation is a proud supporter of Hero Dogs, a local non-profit that trains and places service dogs with disabled Veterans and first responders. We were given a unique opportunity to name one of the Hero Dogs in the latest litter. We decided to choose our puppy’s name from a selection of military heroes, and […]
Awards $25K to college-bound students in the scholarship program’s inaugural year [Laurel, MD] – What do a student planning to attend Princeton University, a student dreaming of a degree in computer engineering, a student gearing up for her freshman year at Wesleyan University, a student who wants to help develop new innovations in farming, and a […]
[Laurel, MD]—The 36th Annual Tower Classic Golf Tournament, hosted by the TowerCares Foundation, raised over $40,000 for Johns Hopkins Children’s Center (JHCC) in Baltimore, Md., a Children’s Miracle Network Hospital. The tournament was held June 8 at Renditions Golf Club in Davidsonville, Md. Special guests included eight-year old Olivia Cooper, the 2018 Children’s Miracle Network […]
[Laurel, MD]—The TowerCares Foundation donated $20,000 to the Maryland Center for Veterans Education and Training (MCVET) to provide funds for three computer rooms at MCVET’s facility for homeless veterans in Baltimore, Md. The new “cybercafés” are equipped with computers, printers, Wi/Fi, computer desks and chairs. The computers and Internet access will help veterans residing at […]
To kick things off, now through March 31, Amazon will donate 1.5% of your online purchases to TowerCares. That’s triple the standard AmazonSmile donation of 0.5%! AmazonSmile is the same Amazon you know….same products, same prices, same service. And now you can support TowerCares just by shopping as you normally do! Start your shopping at […]
[Laurel, MD]—Most young boys wouldn’t see themselves celebrating their ninth birthday at a charity golf tournament, but then most boys haven’t been through what Trip Black has. Burned in an unfortunate campfire accident at the age of four, Kenneth “Trip” Black was flown to the Johns Hopkins Burn Treatment Center in Baltimore, MD—the closest trauma […]
[Laurel, MD]—Tower Federal Credit Union employees and members raised over $18,000 for the TowerCares Foundation during the credit union’s recent “Have A Heart” fundraiser. TowerCares will donate the money raised to the Johns Hopkins Children’s Center, Baltimore’s local Children’s Miracle Network hospital, to help critically ill children receiving treatment and their families. During the month […]
A Jeep and an SUV pulled up in front of the provider of housing and shelter for the homeless just before Christmas, filled to the brim with everything from sheets to pajamas to food in an effort to make residents’ holiday happier and warmer. The goods were paid for with $1,700 that employees from the […]
[Laurel, MD]—The 34th Annual Tower Classic Golf Tournament, hosted for the first time this year by the recently formed TowerCares Foundation, raised $31,000 to benefit the Johns Hopkins Children’s Center, Baltimore’s local Children’s Miracle Network Hospital. The tournament took place on June 3, 2016 at Renditions Golf Club in Davidsonville, Md. In addition, a check […]