Community Trust Foundation

Vibrant Communities & Thriving Environment

These Funds support organizations and community groups that enhance the quality of life in the region. This includes for example; programs that build community pride and participation through events and cultural activities, programs that help meet basic needs and services for all segments of the community including children, families and the elderly, and programs that provide recreational opportunities

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“The greatness of a community is most accurately measured by the compassionate actions of its members.​”

~ Coretta Scott King

Community Trust Foundation

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City of Cumberland Skate Park Task Force Fund

This fund supports the creation of a skateboard park in the City of Cumberland, Maryland.

CTF Endowed Fund

This fund provides the resources to support the Community Trust Foundation’s daily operations, build public awareness of CTF and increase its asset base....

Cumberland Clock Fund

This fund supports the Cumberland Clock, a project initiated by Let’s Beautify Cumberland. Upon clock construction and installation, this fund will support clock maintenance and upkeep of the Henderson Parklet....

Developing Vibrant Communities Fund

This fund supports organizations and community groups that offer programs that enhance the quality of life within our communities....

Elta Mae and Robert Little Ebert Family Hope Fund

This fund supports health, education, and family support in Allegany County MD.

Friends of Washington Street Library

This fund provides financial support for the Washington Street Library, a branch of the Allegany County Public Library System. The fund will support programming activities or needs that are outside...

God’s Ark of Safety Fund

This fund provides financial support for outreach programs at God’s Ark of Safety Church in Frostburg, Maryland....

Henry & Carolyn Brown Animal Welfare Fund

This Fund provides financial support for the Allegany County Animal Shelter in Cumberland, MD....

Invest In Allegany County Fund

This fund provides permanent resources for flexible spending on future opportunities and challenges in Allegany County.

Invest In Garrett County Fund

This fund provides permanent resources for flexible spending on future opportunities and challenges in Garrett County.

Invest In Mineral County Fund

This fund provides permanent resources for flexible spending on future opportunities and challenges in Mineral County.

Julianne K. Ferris, Ph.D Fund

This fund provides financial support for a variety of charitable initiatives benefitting Allegany County, Maryland.

Kim & Marion Leonard Authentic/Mindful Leadership, Health, Wellness, and Environmental Preservation Fund

This fund is committed to Mindful Leadership dedicated to creating and sustaining a dynamic community wellness culture in Allegany & Garrett Counties, and includes projects that positively impact our environment.

Leonard Thriving Community Fund

This fund supports charitable initiatives benefiting long term investment in the region by strengthening economic prosperity and quality of life addressed by Arts & Historical Preservation, Education & Youth Leadership,...

Marta Coulehan Gehauf Beautification Fund

This fund provides financial support for charitable initiatives focused on the beautification of Cumberland, Maryland....

Ray & Brenda Morriss Community Fund

This Donor Advised Fund provides financial support for Arts & Culture, Animal Welfare, Education and other charitable initiatives benefitting CTF’s geographic service area.

Vibrant Communities Fund

This fund provides financial support for charitable initiatives benefiting youth and families. Such initiatives include, but are not limited to early childhood learning & experiences, family crisis resources, parenting &...

Recent CTF News

Halmos Legacy Lives On Through Holocaust Lessons

In a world where geo-political tensions can and have escalated quickly, Dr. Peter Halmos wanted to leave a legacy to ensure...

Community Trust Foundation Helps Bring Iconic Town Clock to Downtown Cumberland

The “Cumberland Clock” now graces Hendershot Park, adjacent to the Casper R. Taylor, Jr. Bridge, serving as both a...

2025 Nonprofit Grant Funding

The Community Trust Foundation (CTF) is now accepting online applications for the 2025 competitive granting cycle. The...

Endow Maryland Tax Credits

Giving naturally generates an internal reward, but the Endow Maryland Tax Credit (EMTC) program offers a financial reward...

First United Bank & Trust has Pledged to Support CTF

First United Bank & Trust has pledged support to the Community Trust Foundation’s (CTF) efforts of building flexible...

End Of Year Financial Planning

Here are a few simple ways to make a lasting impact in your community all the while reducing your taxes. 1. Care for Your...

Give Local

This week many of us will gather with friends and family and take a moment to express our gratitude for the people and...

Community Rallies to Raise Funds for Town Clock

The Community Trust Foundation (CTF) is pleased to announce a new fund under management dedicated to the purchase and...

The Gray-C Fund

Helping donors support causes in their community that are important to them is an integral part of the Community Trust...

CTF Selected for ARC Funding Opportunity

The Community Trust Foundation (CTF) is one of 30 community foundations in 10 Appalachian states, selected to participate...