We Won — We’re Honored!

Freedom Claims the Harford Award — Retail Category

Harford Award

This YEAR’s Ceremony

The Chamber announced the awards Thursday, September 22. The County Council; County Executive Barry Glassman, and Congressman Andy Harris, U.S. House of Representatives, attended the ceremony at Water’s Edge Event Center. Mr. Glassman said “Your commitment to Harford County and our citizens is invaluable. We extend to you our heartfelt wishes for continued success.”

The chamber showed a video before each Award. Freedom’s showcased our growth and community outreach. Freedom President and CEO Michael MacPherson and Board Chairman Mike Kaiser accepted the award.

Harford Cable TV Network will televise the Harford Award ceremony. The event will also appear on Armstrong, Comcast and Verizon cable networks.

The Harford Awards

Winners in each of the Award’s six categories show exemplary service to the community. A local business sponsors each nominee. Local auto dealer Jones Junction sponsored our entry this year.

Other award winners include:

  • Entrepreneur Category — Altus Engineering
  • Service Category — BCS America, Bel Air Auto Auction Center
  • R&D/Technology/Manufacturing & Distribution Category — Chesapeake Testing
  • Non-Profit Category — The Kaufman Cancer Center
  • Hospitality/Tourism Category — Ladew Topiary Gardens

Thanks to the Harford County Chamber of Commerce for honoring us with this great award. We strive to continue the work that earned it.

Kids’ Cents Segment Now Live on YouTube

Segment Features Our Kids’ Art Calendar Contest Winners

Freedom’s Kids’ Art Calendar is complete. Watch the latest Kids’ Cents segment for interviews with some of the young artists!

Kids’ Art calendars are in all branches beginning October first. Calendars are free to members, but please consider supporting local children with a donation. Benefits from the Kids’ Art Calendar go to Harford County’s Greater Excellence in Education Foundation, or GEEF.

The TV Show

Kids’ Cents is part of a monthly Harford Cable News Network show for young viewers. Freedom sponsors Kids’ Cents as part of our commitment to financial education for individuals of all ages.

Check out our YouTube channel for more financial education resources. The Freedom YouTube channel also features past Kids’ Cents episodes.