Board of Trust Fund Commissioners

Trust Fund Board approves $136,100 in FY27 grants. The Board of Commissioners of Trust Funds unanimously backed allocations to 14 nonprofits and community organizations, including $15,000 each to The Salem Pantry, The Samaritans, and St. Vincent de Paul Society, plus $13,600 to Children's Friend

Salem board approves $644,000 for Greenlawn Cemetery renovation and improvement projects. The Board of Trust Fund Commissioners unanimously approved $124,000 for Dickson Chapel Restoration and $520,000 for a Planned Improvement Project from the Dickson Chapel, Meldon Trust, and Perpetual Care Trust

Salem trust fund board reviews $68,500 in fiscal 2027 grant proposals. Seven organizations presented requests during the April 9 meeting, including $20,000 from The Samaritans and $15,000 from Children's Friend for assistance and cultural programs. The board, with members William P. Goreham, Sumner

The Salem Board of Commissioners of Trust Funds endorsed a $14.2 million trust portfolio. Cambridge Trust Senior Vice President Ryan van Luling presented the Annual Portfolio Review showing allocations of $657,863 in Cash & Enhanced Cash, $4.95 million in Fixed Income, and $8.6 million in Equity;

Salem Trust Fund Board approves cemetery study funding and revises grant process. The Board of Commissioners of Trust Funds authorized a $139,000 transfer on January 15, 2026, to the city for a market rate study and development of standard operating procedures for Greenlawn Cemetery. The Board also