2024
On June 04, 2024, we hosted our second Annual Soak it Up! Fundraising event to support our mission of empowering communities and diverse workforces to respect and restore our natural systems for future generations.
We were joined by dignitaries Howard County Executive Calvin Ball, Senator Guy Guzzone, and Howard County Council Members Deb Jung and David Yungmann. Special thanks to Senator Katie Fry Hester who could not make it out but who worked in session on our behalf!
Speakers:
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Calvin Ball III, Howard County Government Executive
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Marie Mbullu, former READY participant, and founder of KUTOA NI UPENDO, a non-profit that supports grassroots organizations in Africa
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Jaimie Fraser, Board Member of Howard EcoWorks, Vice President of Development at H&H Rock Companies
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Lori Lilly, Founder and Director of Howard EcoWorks
Location: Main Street Ballroom in Ellicott City
Live music by The Wafflers
Catering by Simply Fresh
Beverages by Wine Bin
Alongside special guest speakers, we were delighted to have many of our sponsors, alumni, and community members join us in support.
We dedicated significant effort to celebrating EcoWorks' achievements and showcasing our values. Informational boards detailed our future projects, while slideshows and centerpieces highlighted our past accomplishments. Our goal was to bring EcoWorks to life for our community, celebrating our past, present, and future.
Thank You to Our Raffle Donors and Supporters
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We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all those who generously donated to our raffle and supported it. Your contributions play a crucial role in our community efforts, and we are deeply appreciative of your support.
Donors and Donations:
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Beth Burgess: Ravens tote bags
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Bill Knapp: "Ride the Tide" sculpture by Bill Knapp
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Iron Bridge Wine Co: Iron Bridge Wine Company gift card
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La Palapa: La Palapa gift card
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Lori Lilly: Biochar Burn & Bucket of Lori's biochar & compost
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Maria Martinez: Two Gift Cards for Old Ellicott City stores
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Sue Anne Shafley: Bottle of wine - 2019 Worthy Napa Valley
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Katherine Schnorrenberg: Stuart Nye jewelry
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Ed Lilley - MD History Tours: Ellicott City Ghost Tours
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Paul Hayden: Cal Ripken Signed Baseball
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Amity Tripp: Merriweather Tickets, Art piece, The Pearl Spa
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Sweet Elizabeth Jane: Sweet Elizabeth Jane gift card
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Kelly Secret: Made on Main earrings
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Julia Arwen Art: Art Basket by Julia Arwen Art
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Sihaya and Company: Sihiya Candles
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Thank you once again to all our wonderful donors and supporters for making our raffle a success!
MEET OUR 2024 SPONSORS
White Oak Sponsors
Located in Ellicott City
1 Anonymous Sponsor
Eastern Redbud Sponsors
Inkberry Holly Sponsors
Blue Flag Iris Sponsors
Scribner & Mary Jo Messenger
Our Mission
Howard EcoWorks is a 501(c)3 nonprofit and a regional force for social and environmental change, dedicated to empowering communities and diverse workforces to respect and restore our natural systems for future generations. Our vision is to create innovative solutions, partnerships, and a skilled workforce to support resilient communities.
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Soak It Up! is our annual fundraising event where we celebrate our projects and program participants while providing networking opportunities for sponsors, donors, and clients.
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This year in particular, the proceeds from our fundraiser will help us fund a new property that will allow us to expand our services in the region. Your support will help us continue to engage and educate the community about environmental issues, while creating pathways to green jobs through our workforce development programs.
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Join us in making a positive impact on the environment and communities in and around Howard County. Together, we can build a more sustainable and resilient future for all.
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Planting 727 trees and installed over 6,400 native plants
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Serving 56 program participants through UpLift, READY and EcoAmbassadors
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Installing more than 9,000 ft2 of native landscapes and rain gardens
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Removing 77,440 pounds of debris and bulk trash from our local waterways
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Providing nearly 50 professional development opportunities to our workforce development program participant crews
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Worked with over 80 landowners and communities on environmental restoration and beautification
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And educated hundreds of people in our community with messages of environmental sustainability