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Unified Legacy Fund

The Unified Legacy Fund strengthens the Black community by uniting resources, amplifying voices, and supporting transformative initiatives. We are dedicated to creating lasting positive change and empowering future generations through philanthropic efforts.

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United Way of Frederick County Endowment Fund

Founded by Donald C. Linton for operational support.

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V. Jeanne Vaughn Memorial Scholarship Fund

Founded by the Vaughn Family for Frederick County students studying chemistry, science education, or biochemistry at the post-secondary level.

In honor of a woman devoted to teaching the sciences and who positively influenced hundreds of students in Frederick County, the Vaughn Family established The V. Jeanne Vaughn Memorial Scholarship Fund. Mrs. Vaughn’s career spanned more than 30 years with Frederick County Public Schools. “Jeanne was always passionate about helping students succeed,” said the Vaughn Family. ‘she was a shining example of how we must invest time and energy in our young people, and this scholarship is a way her legacy can continue to advance students in the education of science. She would be proud to know the students who apply and receive scholarships from this fund.”

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Vaughn M. Zimmerman Fund for Walkersville Volunteer Fire and Rescue Companies

Founded by Mr. Zimmerman with his 2015 Wertheimer Fellow for Excellence in Volunteerism award to support Walkersville Volunteer Fire Co., Inc. and Walkersville Volunteer Rescue Co., Inc.

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Vernon “Rick” Rippeon Memorial Fund

The Vernon “Rick” Rippeon Memorial Fund was established by his father, Vernon Rippeon, as a heartfelt tribute to honor the legacy of his son. This fund is dedicated to supporting Boy Scout Troop 735, reflecting Rick’s commitment to scouting. Rick’s passion for scouting lives on, empowering future generations of young scouts to continue his legacy of character development and leadership.

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Vince and Guelda Imirie Fund

Founded by Mrs. Imirie to support the Community Foundation, The Norine Haas Mental Health Scholarship Fund, Frederick Health Hospital, Mental Health Association of Frederick County, Kline Hospice House, and Glade United Church of Christ.

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Viola Marie Robinson Give Them Wings Fund

Founded by Jean and John Brunk in memory of Mrs. Brunk’s mother to foster independence and enhance the quality of life of Frederick County senior citizens.

Viola Marie Robinson cherished her faith, her family, her friends, and her independence. When she began to lose her mobility, she relied on a cane, then a walker, and eventually a wheelchair to maintain her active lifestyle. Mrs. Robinson lived with her daughter and son-in-law Jeannie and Jack Brunk of New Market for 20 years, until she passed away from cancer. Mr. and Mrs. Brunk established The Viola Marie Robinson Give Them Wings Fund in Mrs. Robinson’s memory to foster independence and enhance the quality of life for senior citizens residing in Frederick County. This donor-advised Fund awards grants to nonprofits that provide wheelchairs, scooters, walkers, and other means of increasing or maintaining mobility. Mrs. Robinson was an inspiration to all who knew her, and her dream for seniors to live dignified, fulfilling, independent lives is made possible through the memorial fund in her name.

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Virginia K. Draper Memorial Scholarship Fund

Founded by Mark and Frances Draper and their daughter Sadie Wiles in honor of their mother and grandmother for Middletown High School graduates studying education.

Virginia Draper was a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother and a well-known educator. Her career with Frederick County Public Schools spanned more than 40 years, from 1939 until 1980, teaching at schools in Sabillasville, Wolfsville, Middletown, and Black’s School. She was also an author and historian, eventually writing a total of 11 books that captured stories and history of Wolfsville, Maryland and the surrounding area as a way to keep the history alive about the hills that she loved and called home. Her books included The Smoke Still Rises, The Goose and the Eagle, Bits and Pieces of Daisy May’s Scrapbook, Dandelions, Mushrooms, and Moss-covered Stones, Poetry from the Hills, and more.

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