Our Mission

As the population of Harford County increases, so does the number of young people engaged in criminal behavior as well as drug and alcohol abuse. These young people are our children, nieces and nephews, grandchildren, our neighbor’s child, our employees…

Unfortunately, resources and services available to assist these young people are insufficient.

The Close Foundation helps “close the gap” between need and existing resources by raising and distributing funds to give Harford County’s troubled youth hope for their future.

The Albert P. Close Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization that seeks grants, raises and distributes funds, including personal and corporate donations, to help troubled youth get the help they so desperately need.