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Shirley Barnes Rippeon and Vernon Robert Rippeon Fund

Founded by Mr. Rippeon to support Hoover Library at McDaniel College.

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Mae Retha M. Rippeon and Vernon R. Rippeon Scholarship Fund

Founded by Vernon R. Rippeon in memory of his wife Mae Retha, The Mae Retha M. Rippeon and Vernon R. Rippeon Scholarship Fund provides scholarships for students pursuing an education in the nursing field at Frederick Community College or Hood College.

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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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M. Robert Ritchie Endowment Fund for Heartly House’s Youth Programs

Founded by Mr. Ritchie for child abuse prevention programs, emergency shelter, community education, and counseling for children under 18.

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M. Robert Ritchie, Jr., Charitable Gift Fund

Founded through Mr. Ritchie’s estate provisions to benefit YMCA of Frederick County.

Described by a family friend as “the last of the titans because he’s given back to so many organizations,” M. Robert Ritchie, Jr. has, through his estate provisions, created The M. Robert Ritchie Jr., Charitable Gift Fund. Mr. Ritchie was a well-known Frederick County philanthropist, and worked to help support his family from a very early age. After graduating from Frederick High School, he began selling insurance, and then started Ritchie Associates Insurance Company. The company eventually operated 54 multi-state offices. He is also known for developing Holly Hills Country Club, the first of its kind in Frederick County. Mr. Ritchie will be remembered as someone who recognized that many people in the community needed a helping hand. His generous support of many local nonprofits created big impact in the community, and he will continue to do so through his two Community Foundation funds.

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Juana Delgado Rivas Fund for Centro Hispano De Frederick, Inc.

Founded by Jeanie R. Cronin with her 2010 Wertheimer Fellow for Excellence in Volunteerism award to support Centro Hispano De Frederick, Inc.

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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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Nancy Roblin Fund for The Frederick Chorale

The Nancy Roblin Fund for The Frederick Chorale was founded by Ms. Roblin with her 2012 Wertheimer Fellow for Excellence in Volunteerism award to support the Frederick Chorale’s mission and activities, enhancing the lives of those in Frederick County and beyond.

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