We are here to help.
We extend our heartfelt support to everyone impacted by recent flooding and the challenges it brings. Supporting communities is a top priority, which we have done for 125 years and will continue to do so through this challenging time.
Our dedicated team is here to help.
Community Promise
We truly care about the communities we serve, and our commitment is deeply personal. We live and work alongside you, sharing in the joys and challenges of everyday life.
Our dedication extends far beyond the walls of our branches, as we strive to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those around us.
Shelley Friend
Brandi Rice
Allen Shapiro
Josh Bosley
Kathy Getty
Mike Stotler
Craig Pancake
Donna Ryan
Mary Bond
Amy Clise
Sarena Rodeheaver
Ginnie Sines
Chelsea Lowdermilk
Kimberly Harless
Ron Bittinger
Preston Sharps
Christine Sisler
Eric Delaney
Annette Chapman
Dave Upole
Julia Hershman
John Hetrick
Travis Bohrer
April Jones
Blake Walker
Leah Gregg
Vice President, Community Relationship Manager
Shelley Friend
NMLS #682377
Email:sfriend@mybank.com
Phone:304-788-2552
Vice President, Community Relationship Manager
Allen Shapiro
NMLS #682375
Email:ashapiro@mybank.com
Phone:301-895-5125
Vice President, Managing Director of Commercial Services
Josh Bosley
Email:jbosley@mybank.com
Phone:301-533-2304
Vice President, Regional Retail Manger
Donna Ryan
NMLS #682382
Email:dryan@mybank.com
Phone:301-724-4800
Vice President, Commercial Relationship Manager
Sarena Rodeheaver
NMLS #682376
Email:slrodeheaver@mybank.com
Phone:301-387-2102
Vice President, Senior Wealth Advisor - Team Lead
Preston Sharps
Email:psharps@mybank.com
Phone:301-533-2315
Vice President, Director of Wealth Management Sales
Christine Sisler
Email:csisler@mybank.com
Phone:301-533-2231
Vice President, Mortgage Relationship Manager
Travis Bohrer
Serving Allegany County, MD, Mineral County, WV & surrounding areas
NMLS #527491
Phone:301-707-1516
Email:tbohrer@mybank.com
Mortgage Relationship Manager
April Jones
Serving Garrett County, MD & surrounding areas
NMLS #1573399
Email:aljones@mybank.com
Phone:301-533-1616
Vice President, Director of Commercial Services
Blake Walker
Email:bwalker@mybank.com
Phone:301-533-2335
Director of Deposit Services
Leah Gregg
NMLS #1048766
Donate to our Assistance for U Relief Fund!
Our team is accepting donations for disaster relief. Help make a difference and contribute today by visiting any First United Bank & Trust office.
100% of funds are given to organizations supporting disaster relief or to purchase necessary supplies.
Resources For U
This page is dedicated to helping you find resources such as donation sites, coordinate shelter or meals, or any other options to help support you, your family or your business.
IMPORTANT!
Since the flooding occurred, there has been an overwhelming amount of donations received to impacted areas.
At this time, officials are asking to place a hold on donations, as they work with a Donations Coordinator from MD Emergency Management to organize.
Resources
- Road Closures: www.chart.maryland.gov/Incidents/GetIncidents – Select your county and click “road closures”
- Gov. Moore declares state of emergency in flood-ravaged Western Maryland
- Allegany County Flood Recovery Hub
- The Maryland Business Emergency Operations Center is continuing to collect data on impact – please report your damage by visiting the MD Emergency Management website.
- Allegany County Chamber of Commerce: 301-722-2820; info@alleganycountychamber.com
- The Allegany Co. Chamber is continuing to collect information on business needs – please complete this Member Assessment Form to connect with the most immediate resources available.
- Bruce Outreach Center: 301-268-3007
- Performance Property Management is working directly with business, homeowners, and property management owners to provide clean up. They will work directly with the insurance company to process a claim. 240-284-2465
- County United Way is able to provide information on resources by calling 301-722-2700 or you can call 211 and your local UW will answer.
- Allegany County Health Department Centralized health information
- Local Behavioral Health Authority: 301-759-5070
- Maryland Insurance Administration (MIA) – Commercial Flood Insurance Info. In-person support is available starting 5/19/25, at the Allegany County Multi Agency Resource Centers.
MIA will also host a Virtual Disaster Center (VDC) on 5/20/25, from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. and again from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Those with property damage can log into VDC for one=on-one assistance with insurance-related concerns.
Westernport
Lonaconing - Appalachian Maryland Constituent Service & Support: 240-362-7040 email mike.mckay@senate.state.md.us
- Immediate Business Support Resources – Maryland Business Emergency Operations Center (MBEOC) https://mdem.maryland.gov/Pages/mbeoc.aspx
- FEMA Disaster Assistance – Apply for disaster aid for physical damage and economic injury: https://www.disasterassistance.gov / 800-621-3362
- Small Business Administration (SBA) Disaster Loans – Low-interest loans for businesses, renters, and homeowners: https://disasterloanassistance.sba.gov
- MD Comptroller’s Office Offers Assistance to Allegany County Businesses Flooding
- Planet Fitness Cumberland is offering hot showers, water and other stress relieving activities.
- Mineral County WV Commission Offers Flood Assistance and Dumpster Access for Impacted Residents: call 211 or 304-788-1821 or visit www.mineraldisaster.com
Local Alerts
To sign up for local alerts:
Allegany County alleganycountygov.org/AlertCenter.aspx
Garrett County garrettcounty.gov/citizen/auth/create-account
In the portal. Opt in on any of the alerts.
Collections
Shelter
- Frostburg Community Center
- Bruce Outreach Center
- Midland Fire Hall
- The Wisp is offering discount rates for rooms.
Meals
- Bruce Outreach Center is doing spaghetti dinners and rolls for senior citizens today. If you know of anyone who needs lunch delivered, please reach out to them. They will also serve a hot meal at the outreach center for anyone who needs lunch. If you wish to make a donation you can text the Pastor at 301 268 3007. They do have a donation portal online as well subsplash.com or by visiting their facebook page.
- B&B Meats is doing free coffee and lunch for first responders.
Other
Check back later for other news.
Staying connected to our communities is a priority in providing the right resources at the right time. If you are looking for ways to help, consider donating top needed supplies, volunteering your time, coordinating a donation, or providing relevant resource information for this page by completing the fields below:
Assistance For U Fund
Promote our newly created "Assistance for U" fund to accept monetary donations from anyone in the community.
- 100% of funds raised are being donated to organizations supporting disaster relief or to purchase necessary supplies.
- This fundraising opportunity will be in place indefinitely.
- Review this procedure for applying donations to the proper account.
- Be sure to mention to all branch visitors! Use this Assistance For U Flyer to help promote in branch.
You may add to an 8.5x11 acrylic holder for placement on Teller pod, as appropriate. - Branch TV, outdoor, and other advertising channels will also be used promote this fund and encourage the use of disaster relief resource page: MyBank.com/help.
Volunteer opportunities
Many of you have asked what you can do to help the areas affected by the flooding.
- Volunteer Hub: There are volunteer opportunities for all ages and skill levels. Visit the Volunteer Hub to find opportunities for disaster Relief or any other scheduled activities.
- Reach out to the First United contact listed or your Regional Volunteer Champion (RVC) to help direct your answer questions to the right contact, or to help provide you with specific event information.
- If you know of an opportunity and it’s not listed in the portal, you are permitted to add it! Reach out to your Regional Volunteer Champion for assistance.
- You must work out any scheduling issues with your direct supervisor, to address any tasks that may arise while you are out of the office.
- If you have any existing injury (cuts, scrapes, or open wounds), you are asked to refrain from assisting with flood cleaning projects (shoveling mud, removing flood waters) to avoid any health issues. There are opportunities to hand out bottles of water, food, and other important duties! Each opportunity in the portal will breakdown tasks to make it easy for you to decide the best option for you.
Out of Office Message While Volunteering
If you are away from the office volunteering in the community, kindly schedule the following use the following out of office message:
- I am currently away from my desk volunteering in the local community [on or from date/time to date/time, as applicable]. During this period, my access to email may be limited. If you require immediate assistance, please contact (applicable contact person) at (email) or (phone). If your matter is not urgent, I will respond promptly upon my return to the office. Thank you for your understanding as I contribute to making a positive impact in the areas we serve.
As an employee, if you have been impacted by these floods and would like to find out what assistance may be available to you, kindly email Carissa directly for further assistance.