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H. Reese and Jeannette K. Shoemaker Charitable Fund

Founded by Mrs. Shoemaker in memory of her late husband to support Frederick County Animal Control and the Alzheimer’s Association, Western Maryland Regional Office.

Jeannette K. Shoemaker established The H. Reese and Jeannette K. Shoemaker Fund in memory of her husband and in honor of their life together. Mr. Shoemaker practiced law for more than 40 years and was a founding member and senior partner of the law firm Shoemaker, Horman, and Clapp, P.A. He was active as a member of Calvary United Methodist Church in downtown Frederick, Frederick Kiwanis Club, Frederick County Fish and Game Protective Association, and other civic organizations. Mrs. Shoemaker served on the board of The Record Street Home for many years, and is a member of Tasker’s Chance Garden Club. As an animal lover, she adopted numerous cats from Frederick County Animal Control over the years.

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James R. and Tamara L. Shoemaker Charitable Fund

Founded by the Shoemakers for grants to support basic human needs, animal welfare or mental health.

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Harold and Rebecca Shorb Memorial Fund

Several close relatives established The Harold and Rebecca Shorb Memorial Fund in memory of Harold and Rebecca Shorb, who devoted many years to teaching in Frederick County. Passionate about the arts and theater, their legacy lives on through this fund, which provides scholarships for Catoctin High School students pursuing degrees in fine arts or closely related visual arts fields.

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Shirley Shores Scholarship Fund

Founded by Mrs. Shores and son Jeff for graduating Brunswick High School seniors.

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F. Lawrence Silbernagel, Jr. Trustee’s Administrative Endowment Fund

Founded through Mr. Silbernagel’s charitable remainder trust to support the Community Foundation’s operating budget and initiatives.

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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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F. Lawrence and Shirley J. Silbernagel-Hood College Scholarship Fund

Founded by the Silbernagels for scholarships.

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F. Lawrence and Shirley J. Silbernagel Endowment Fund

Founded by the Silbernagels as an unrestricted fund.

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