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Knights of Columbus Father Michael J. McGivney Scholarship Fund

Founded by Knights of Columbus St. John’s Council #1622, formerly known as Knights of Columbus Bishop McNamara Council #1622, in honor of the Knight’s founder to support scholarships for Roman Catholic education in Frederick County.

Father Michael J. McGivney was born on August 12, 1852 in Waterbury, Connecticut to Irish immigrant parents. He was raised in a poor family, where his mother gave birth to 13 children, and he was among the surviving six. From age 13 to 16 he worked in a brass factory making spoons to help the family survive. Young McGivney then followed his calling into the priesthood, studying at St. Mary’s Seminary in Baltimore, Maryland. He was ordained in Baltimore’s Cathedral of the Assumption in December 1877, and returned to Connecticut to serve as a Catholic parish priest. His energy and intensity amazed many, and he was well loved. In 1882, Father McGivney founded The Knights of Columbus. Guided by such principles as unity, charity, fraternity, and patriotism, councils of the Knights of Columbus are dedicated to local volunteerism and charitable causes. Father McGivney’s 38 years of life were cut short in August 1890 due to pneumonia. His legacy remains forever as the founder of the Knights of Columbus. One local Knights of Columbus council, St. John’s Council #1622, formerly known as Knights of Columbus Bishop McNamara Council #1622, created The Knights of Columbus Father Michael J. McGivney Scholarship Fund in Father McGivney’s memory to award scholarships for Roman Catholic education in Frederick County.

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Kristopher Fielding Lewis Memorial Fund

Founded by Kristopher’s family to support charitable endeavors that embody his passion of selfless service.

Kristopher Lewis was an ocean rescue specialist, volunteer firefighter and emergency medical responder in Corolla, North Carolina, and was responsible for saving many lives. He was a beloved son, brother, and friend, and will be remembered for his devotion to helping those in need. The fund will provide grants to support life guard training and support services and/or scholarships to deserving students.

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Larry and Shirley Silbernagel Endowment Fund

Founded through Mr. Silbernagel’s charitable remainder trust to support Calvary United Methodist Church.

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Laughlin Family Fund

Founded with gifts from The Dr. Henry P. and M. Page Durkee Laughlin Foundation, Inc. to support Advocates for Homeless Families, Community Foundation, Mental Health Association of Frederick County, Frederick Health, Heartly House, The Food Bank, under Friends for Neighborhood Progress, The Frederick Rescue Mission, and Beyond Shelter Frederick, Alan P. Linton, Jr. Emergency Shelter.

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Laura Yinger Lindley Memorial Fund

Robert and Barbara Yinger created this fund in memory of their daughter Laura Yinger Lindley. The fund will benefit Catoctin High School graduates with preference given to nontraditional students pursuing a post-secondary education a number of years after graduation. The fund will continue Laura’s legacy for generations to come.

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Lawrence M. and Betty Agatha Powell Scholarship Fund

Founded by Mrs. Powell for Governor Thomas Johnson High School graduating seniors, preferably scholar/athletes.

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Leader Dogs for the Blind Fund

Founded by Edith Carmack for operational support.

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Leah D. Fleming Fund Supporting American Red Cross

Founded by Ms. Fleming with her 2012 Wertheimer Fellow for Excellence in Volunteerism award to support American Red Cross’s provision of direct services to Frederick County residents.

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