About Friends of Harford
Friends of Harford is a community-based, non-profit organization dedicated to preserving the rural character, natural beauty, and quality of life in Harford County. Since our founding, we’ve worked to ensure that growth and development happen responsibly — in ways that protect our farmlands, waterways, open spaces, and neighborhoods.
We believe that every resident has a voice in shaping the future of our county. Through research, advocacy, and community outreach, we promote balanced land use policies, environmental stewardship, and civic engagement.
Whether you’re passionate about conservation, zoning, or simply protecting the places that make Harford special, you’ll find a home here. Together, we can safeguard the land, heritage, and community we all love.
We believe that every resident has a voice in shaping the future of our county. Through research, advocacy, and community outreach, we promote balanced land use policies, environmental stewardship, and civic engagement.
Whether you’re passionate about conservation, zoning, or simply protecting the places that make Harford special, you’ll find a home here. Together, we can safeguard the land, heritage, and community we all love.
Learn More About Who We Are and What We Stand For
Friends of Harford is more than an organization — we’re a community of residents committed to protecting the places that make our county unique. Explore how our mission began, the work we do every day to promote responsible land use, and how you can stay informed and involved. Together, we’re shaping a sustainable future for Harford County.
Organizational Work
We engage residents, collaborate with local leaders, and advocate for policies that preserve Harford’s natural beauty and community character.
Mission & History
Our mission is to ensure that growth enhances—not erodes—the quality of life, open spaces, and heritage that make Harford County unique.
News & Views
Through our articles, reports, and interactive maps, we empower citizens to understand, engage, and take action in shaping the county’s future.
Public
Hearings
Access schedules, guides, and resources to help you prepare for and participate in public hearings on zoning, land use, and development issues.
Press
Read the latest news, announcements, and advocacy updates from Friends of Harford. Discover how our work—and your involvement—can influence land use policies and protect the future of our community.
Document Archive
Explore our comprehensive library of reports, public records, and correspondence. The archive offers valuable insight into ongoing and past land use issues, helping residents stay informed and empowered to act.
FoH Board Members
President - Stephanie Flasch
Co-Vice Presidents - Bill Onorato and Glenn Dudderar, Ph.D.
Secretary - Mary Ann Forgan
Treasurer - Gloria Moon
Communications - Beth Poggioli
Advisory Board Members
Judy Blomquist, Morita Bruce, Patti Dallam, Alan Sweatman, Janet Hardy, Sally LaBarre
Co-Vice Presidents - Bill Onorato and Glenn Dudderar, Ph.D.
Secretary - Mary Ann Forgan
Treasurer - Gloria Moon
Communications - Beth Poggioli
Advisory Board Members
Judy Blomquist, Morita Bruce, Patti Dallam, Alan Sweatman, Janet Hardy, Sally LaBarre
Your skills can make a difference. Volunteer with Friends of Harford.
If you’d like to help in any way, becoming a board member, researching certain land use issues, or just being a team member to supportt Friends of Harford’s mission to protect our county’s quality of life, preserve open space, and advocate for responsible land use, we’d love to hear from you. Contact us today to get involved.
Our Work Depends On You
email@friendsofharford.com
Friends of Harford Inc.
P.O. Box 294
Abingdon MD 21009
Friends of Harford Education Fund (FOHEF) is a tax exempt charity with a mission to educate the public on basic social, economic, and planning issues important to all citizens. Donations are fully tax deductible to the extent of the law. We welcome any contributions in support of this mission.
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