Founded by son John D. Brunk as an unrestricted fund.
J. Milton Brunk was originally from Indiana, and his wife Elsie was from Iowa. Mr. Brunk followed his brother Nieman to western Maryland, bringing the couple to the area. In Maryland, the Brunk brothers started working for Baer Brothers in Hagerstown, learning about the produce business. In 1935, the brothers followed their ambitions and bought out Baer’s operations in Frederick and established the Frederick Produce Company to supply local corner stores with fresh produce. This small company grew into a full line food services and goods distributor. In memory of both J. Milton and Elsie Brunk, their son, John D. Brunk, established The J. Milton Brunk Memorial Endownment Fund to support charitable community endeavors.
J. Trego and Shirley D. Zimmerman Fund for Glade United Church of Christ and Glade Cemetery
Founded by Mr. and Mrs. Zimmerman, the fund provides grants supporting the activities of Glade United Church of Christ and Glade Cemetery.
As active members of the church, they attended worship regularly, and Mr. Zimmerman also served as president of the Glade Cemetery Board. In addition to her love of her church, Mrs. Zimmerman will be remembered for her love of her family and friends, along with the impact she made as a tireless volunteer with many community organizations.
J. Wilmer ‘Pete’ and Margaret Holter House Memorial Scholarship Fund
Founded by the Houses’ heirs for Middletown High School graduates studying agriculture or a related field.
In 1942, J. Wilmer “Pete” and Margaret Holter House bought a dairy farm on Valley View Road in Middletown. The Houses had no children of their own but always opened their home to their nieces and nephews, teaching them on the farm. In memory of the generosity of the Houses, their nieces and nephews established The J. Wilmer “Pete” and Margaret Holter House Memorial Scholarship Fund to award scholarships to Frederick County residents who graduate from Middletown High School, seeking to further his or her education in agriculture, animal husbandry or a related field. As Middletown-based farmers, this scholarship fund honors and furthers the legacy of Mr. and Mrs. House.
Founded by James and Karen Baker in memory of their son to support programs that raise awareness about the importance of mental health and suicide prevention. Learn More
Founded by James and Karen Baker in memory of their son to support programs that raise awareness about the importance of mental health and suicide prevention.
Jake grew up in Thurmont and graduated from Catoctin High School. He was voted most athletic in his class – he had broken several school records in the weight room, he was an outstanding wrestler, and he was an all-star football player whose team won the state championship his senior year. He was also voted most artistic as he loved to draw and create art.
Jake attended Clarion University, Towson University, and Slippery Rock University where he majored in marketing. At Slippery Rock, he played defensive end on the football team, helping them secure the 2023 PSAC West title and advance to the NCAA Division II Quarterfinals. Outside of sports, Jake had a passion for art, kayaking, fishing, working on his truck, and building Lego kits.
Jake died by suicide May of 2024. Learn more about Jake on the family’s website JakeBaker27.org.
The James A. and Carmen B. Schmersahl Charitable Fund provides grants to nonprofit organizations. The Schmersahls are committed to creating lasting and positive change in Frederick County. Learn More
The James A. and Carmen B. Schmersahl Charitable Fund provides grants to nonprofit organizations. The Schmersahls are committed to creating lasting and positive change in Frederick County.
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