
News & Info
Stay up to date on CTF news. Explore new funding opportunities and news about the impact we’re collectively having. Our mission is to empower individuals, nonprofits, and community groups, and through this page, we hope to keep you informed and inspired by the ongoing transformation happening right here in our community.

January 27, 2025
In a world where geo-political tensions can and have escalated quickly, Dr. Peter Halmos wanted to leave a legacy to ensure that lessons from past atrocities are not forgotten or...

January 22, 2025
The “Cumberland Clock” now graces Hendershot Park, adjacent to the Casper R. Taylor, Jr. Bridge, serving as both a practical feature and a timeless symbol of the city’s revitalization. The...

January 1, 2025
The Community Trust Foundation (CTF) is now accepting online applications for the 2025 competitive granting cycle. The deadline to submit is February 28, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. CTF awards grants...

January 1, 2025
Giving naturally generates an internal reward, but the Endow Maryland Tax Credit (EMTC) program offers a financial reward to donors for focusing on the needs in our community. CTF has...

December 16, 2024
First United Bank & Trust has pledged support to the Community Trust Foundation’s (CTF) efforts of building flexible granting resources for nonprofits in the region. “More responsive funding in our...

December 16, 2024
Here are a few simple ways to make a lasting impact in your community all the while reducing your taxes. 1. Care for Your County: November 28th is Giving Tuesday,...

December 16, 2024
This week many of us will gather with friends and family and take a moment to express our gratitude for the people and opportunities in our lives. The next day,...

December 16, 2024
The Community Trust Foundation (CTF) is pleased to announce a new fund under management dedicated to the purchase and installation of a town clock to complement the revitalized Baltimore Street...

December 16, 2024
Helping donors support causes in their community that are important to them is an integral part of the Community Trust Foundation’s (CTF) work. Each donor has a unique experience that...

December 16, 2024
The Community Trust Foundation (CTF) is one of 30 community foundations in 10 Appalachian states, selected to participate in READY Community Foundations, a track of the Appalachian Regional Commission’s (ARC)...

November 10, 2024
In an era where political winds can shift dramatically from one election cycle to the next, community foundations stand as steadfast pillars of support and stability and their commitment to...

October 1, 2024
A new fund at the Community Trust Foundation (CTF) is supporting the meaningful work of the Friends of the Washington Street Library (FWSL). “Developing this supplemental fund is important for...

September 26, 2024
With just over 100 days left in the year, here are a few simple ways to increase your giving power within the community before the ball drops on NYE! 1....

June 5, 2024
Representatives from 30 nonprofits receiving grants and several CTF fund donors celebrate local dollars supporting local needs. https://ctfinc.org/wp-content/uploads/Presents-2024-Grant.mp4 The Community Trust Foundation granted $218,290 to 30 local charitable organizations through...

May 28, 2024
Alumni from the Valley High School Class of 1977 are emphasizing the importance of education by providing financial support for Mountain Ridge graduates through a scholarship fund at the Community...

February 14, 2024

August 2, 2023
“Sports are an incredible way for young people to learn collaboration, develop confidence, and experience new opportunities,” shares donor Siobhan Halmos, “That’s exactly what youth sports teams did for me...

June 15, 2023
https://ctfinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023-Grant-Awards.mp4 Local donors, local dollars, local needs & opportunities funded! The Community Trust Foundation granted $160,000 to 23 local charitable organizations through the foundation’s competitive granting cycle. Awards ranged from...

June 10, 2023
The Wamba Caravan #89, International Order of The Alhambra recently presented the Community Trust Foundation with a contribution to the Dr. Sean McCagh Fund for Children with Special Needs. The...