Mount Dora Community Trust

05/30/2026

05/07/2026

A simple opportunity is giving Mount Dora residents a chance to make a lasting local impact while helping restore the city’s beloved tree canopy.
Thanks to Mount Dora Community Trust and the W.T. Bland Jr. Charitable Trust, donations to the Mount Dora Friends of the Environment nonproft will be matched dollar-for-dollar through May 9, up to $50,000. The goal is to raise $100,000 to plant oak trees along city streets for years to come, helping replace and preserve Mount Dora’s iconic canopy—meaning every contribution not only goes twice as far, but directly supports the future shade and beauty of the community. The link to donate is in the comments.
(Photo supplied by City of Mount Dora)

04/01/2026

Join us!
Limited tickets available.
https://secure.givelively.org/event/mount-dora-community-trust/mdct-kentucky-derby-gala-2026

01/26/2026

✨🎶 Calling all Seniors — It’s PROM TIME! 🎶✨
Dust off your dancing shoes and get ready for a night of music, memories, and magic! Our Senior Citizen Prom is coming up, and you’re invited to relive the fun, laughter, and sparkle of a classic prom night — no homework required 😉
📅 February 28, 2026
⏰ 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Lakes of Mount Dora
💐 Dress up (or come as you are!)
🕺 Dance to great music
📸 Capture sweet memories
💖 Celebrate community and connection
This night is all about YOU, and we’d love to save you a spot on the dance floor.
👉 Please RSVP so we can plan the perfect evening — and feel free to bring a friend!
https://secure.givelively.org/event/mount-dora-community-trust/2026-senior-citizens-prom-1950-s-sock-hop
Let’s make this a night to remember ✨

01/13/2026

📣 Scholarship Applications Now Open! 📣
We are excited to announce that scholarship applications are now being accepted! 🎓
🗓 Application Period: Now through March 20
This is a great opportunity for eligible students to receive financial support toward their educational goals.
👉 Apply today and don’t wait until the deadline!

Student Scholarships Scholarship Window Applications open January 1st and close March 1st annually. Scholarship funds are designated to help students cover costs associated with educational expenses. Custom scholarship funds can be established under the Community Trust to benefit specific students,....

01/06/2026

We had a wonderful visit from Mount Dora Youth Philanthropy Council today! Thank you for visiting us and helping out with some much needed projects around the farm. ❤️

We are incredibly grateful to Mount Dora Community Trust for your continuous support our mission and special animals! ✨❤️✨

12/22/2025

The Mount Dora Community Trust announced that Sarah Herrick has been named the organization’s new Executive Director, beginning January 1, 2026. Sarah will succeed Rob English, who will transition into the role of part-time Development Director at the end of this year.

Sarah has been part of the Mount Dora Community Trust family for 10 years, helping guide the organization’s growth and community outreach. A proud Mount Dora Florida native, she holds a bachelor’s degree in social sciences with a concentration in public administration and non-profit management from Florida State University, and a master’s degree in business administration from Southern New Hampshire University.

Throughout her tenure, Sarah has shown deep devotion and passion for philanthropy. She has built lasting relationships and has earned the respect of local partners, colleagues, and donors through her commitment to fostering local giving, supporting community initiatives, and ensuring that charitable resources are used effectively

“Sarah has demonstrated her leadership ability and is a wonderful manager," Rob says. "She was the author and designer of our signature event, Giving Week, a spin from national Giving Tuesday, that we have hosted for six years now. The trust’s team is excited about her leadership going forward."

In the last six years, Giving Week has raised and granted out over $3 Million to local charities. This year Giving Week was from December 2 - 8 raising over $455,000.

“I love this community and the people who make it special,” Sarah says. “The Mount Dora Community Trust has a long history of making a positive impact in our community. It is about neighbors helping neighbors and providing equity to those in our community that are underserved. I’m honored to lead this incredible organization into its next chapter.”

Since 1972, the Mount Dora Community Trust has worked to enhance life in Mount Dora through charitable giving, community programs, and scholarships. The organization remains deeply committed to supporting local causes and fostering a spirit of generosity that defines Mount Dora.

12/08/2025

THAT'S A WRAP! Giving Week 2025 has ended. 👏👏👏
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⏰STAY TUNED, EVERYONE! ⏰
Watch for our📱Posts & E-mail ✉️ announcements, to find out who won! We are going over all deposits and triple checking the numbers.
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💰Over $455K was raised from 745 different donations!💰
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❤️THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!! Your support means everything to us, and to these organizations!

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12/08/2025

🎉 Today is the FINAL DAY of Giving Week! 🎉
The Mount Dora Community Trust invites you to be part of the 6th Annual Giving Week, a celebration of local generosity supporting the nonprofits that help Lake County thrive.

⏰ Donations are open until 3 PM TODAY — December 8!
Every dollar you give helps your favorite nonprofit climb the leaderboard and unlock matching funds and bonus prizes from MDCT. Your gift—big or small—creates a lasting impact across our community.

💛 Let’s come together and finish strong!
🌟 Make your donation now and help lift up the organizations that make Lake County such a special place.
https://giving-week-2025.mountdoracommunitytrust.com/

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12/05/2025

🎉 ONLINE DONATIONS ONLY!!

🎉 FINAL GOLDEN HOUR OF THE WEEK: 1PM–2PM! 🎉
This is it — your last chance to win a Golden Hour bonus!
Between 1pm–2pm today, one donation will be chosen at random to receive a $1,000 boost from Mount Dora Community Trust!
https://giving-week-2025.mountdoracommunitytrust.com/
End Giving Week with a bang and support a nonprofit you love. 💛
Let’s finish strong, Mount Dora!

MDCT Giving Week 2025 Return to Site How It Works 2025 Prizes & Leaderboards Daily Contests Stay Connected FAQs Return to Site How It Works 2025 Prizes & Leaderboards Daily Contests Stay Connected FAQs Ready to Give? Giving Week 2025 — Our 6th Annual Celebration of Local Generosity December 1–8,...