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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.
A strong community starts with people who care about making a difference! Bob Hoffman, a member of CTF’s Garrett County Advisory Council and President of the Deep Creek Watershed Foundation,...
Making a difference today while building a stronger tomorrow! We’re honored to share a special message from Dinah Courrier, former CTF Board of Trustees member and current Mineral County Advisory...
As we continue celebrating 20 years of connecting philanthropy with community good, we’re taking a look back at where it all began! Albert “Al” Feldstein, a longtime member of CTF’s...
As we continue celebrating 20 years of impact, Brenda Friend reflects on what the Community Trust Foundation has meant to her and the importance of working together as a region....
The Community Trust Foundation (CTF) is pleased to announce the establishment of the Loving Families Fund, a new field of interest fund created in 2026 by Charlene Platter to support...
For more than 15 years, Dayla Harvey has seen CTF’s impact from many perspectives: as a community partner, Advisory Council member, and grant recipient. In this video, Dayla shares how...
CTF Board Member, Karen Myers, shares how serving on the Board of the Community Trust Foundation has deepened her appreciation for the power of working together across Allegany, Garrett, and...
We’re honored to share this special message from Nicole Halmos as we celebrate 20 years of the Community Trust Foundation. From supporting the arts to strengthening our local communities, CTF’s...
THE COMMUNITY TRUST FOUNDATION’S 2026 Humanitarian EVENT The Power of Community September 3, 2026 5:00 to 8:00 PM The Lane Center at Frostburg State University...
As we continue celebrating 20 Years of Impact, we’re honored to share a message from Vic Rezendes, former CTF Trustee, who has been part of the Community Trust Foundation’s journey...
Celebrating 20 years of making a difference! We’re honored to share this heartfelt message from Jodi Eirich, Executive Director of the Allegany County Animal Shelter, as she reflects on the...
In this heartfelt video, Amy White, President of the Community Trust Foundation, shares a personal reflection on what CTF truly represents to her. Moving beyond grants and programs, she speaks...
20 years. Countless lives impacted. Every child deserves someone who believes in them. Hear from Laura Fike, Executive Director of Garrett Mentors , as she shares how the Community Trust...
Celebrating 20 years of impact, hope, and community. CTF is honored to share this message from founding board member Marion Leonard. Marion and her husband, Kim, believe deeply in giving...
The Community Trust Foundation is pleased to share this message from Board Member Katie Gattens on why investing in CTF matters to her. For Katie, this region is home in...
In this video, Julie shares how a conversation with local businessman Bob Ebert helped spark the creation of the Community Trust Foundation. What started with a single investment and a...
For 20 years, CTF has been committed to transforming lives, strengthening communities, and creating opportunities for hope and growth. This video is part of our 20 Years of Impact series,...
For 20 years, CTF has been committed to transforming lives, strengthening communities, and creating opportunities for hope and growth. This video is part of our 20 Years of Impact series,...
Music has a unique ability to connect us across time, place, and experience—inviting reflection, dialogue, and a shared sense of belonging. The Community Trust Foundation (CTF) is pleased to announce...
This year’s event reflects a shared belief at the heart of CTF’s work that when individuals, families, and organizations come together, the impact is far greater than any one effort...
History lives not only in documents and artifacts, but in the places that allow us to step into the stories that shaped our communities. The Community Trust Foundation (CTF) is...
⚠️ Scam Alert: Fraudulent Email Targeting Board Members We have been made aware of a fraudulent email circulating with the subject line: “CTF–Newsletter Subscription Due Payment/Reimbursement” It appears that scammers...
Reporting Scams The foundation is aware of various scams in the form of email, phone, text, and social media solicitations (including direct messages) that claim to be from or associated...
Strong communities are built through shared responsibility, including the care and stewardship of animals in public trust. The Community Trust Foundation (CTF) is pleased to announce the establishment of the...
The earliest years of a child’s life lay the foundation for lifelong learning, well-being, and connection. The Community Trust Foundation (CTF) is pleased to announce the establishment of the Humpty...
Thoughtful philanthropy has the power to strengthen communities by supporting the people, programs, and institutions that contribute to long-term well-being. The Community Trust Foundation (CTF) is pleased to announce the...
The Community Trust Foundation (CTF) is excited to announce that it will be relocating its office from the Gateway Center Building on Baltimore Street to 208 N. Centre Street in...
Athletic programs play an important role in building teamwork, discipline, confidence, and school pride—values that extend far beyond the playing field. The Community Trust Foundation (CTF) is pleased to announce...
The Community Trust Foundation (CTF) is pleased to announce that Marcie Nelson has been appointed Director of Administration & Operations, recognizing her expanded leadership role and significant contributions to the...
Mountain Maryland Cares announced plans to open the first home in Allegany County, offering a peaceful, dignified alternative to hospital-based end-of-life care. The home will also be Maryland’s first Omega...
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