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CTF relies on donors like you to support our programs. Your tax-deductible donation supports:
Grants for families of fallen workers to cover funeral-related expenses
Scholarships for outstanding students in transportation-related fields
Mentoring programs like the Education Symposium and Conference Connections
Educational programming including the Transportation Forum and Education Symposium
CTF is a 501(c)3 charitable organization. Our Tax ID is 68-0165257. You may direct your donation to any of our programs or allow us to put the money where it is needed most at the time of your gift.
If you prefer to donate via check, please mail your donation to CTF at 9500 Kiefer Blvd. PO Box 276828 Sacramento, CA 95827-6828. You may write a specific account you wish to support in your memo line, if applicable.
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Additional Ways to Support CTF
Make CTF your Charity of Choice for Partnered Giving
In addition to direct donations to CTF accounts, here are more ways to support the work of CTF:
UNITED WAY: Set up your United Way and “Our Promise” giving to benefit CTF. CTF is #16017
EMPLOYER MATCH: See if your employer offers matching donations when you give to CTF, a registered 501 c(3). Our tax ID number is 68-0165257.
SEE’S CANDIES YUM-RAISER: Purchase See’s Candies in our year round storefront and up to 50% will go to CTF. VISIT THE STOREFRONT
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CTF Injured and Fallen Workers Fund
This fund directly supports CTF’s ability to provide matching funds and grants made to families after the death of a loved one. Donations to this account are tax-deductible. CTF uses the funds raised in this account to provide immediate relief to families in crisis.
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Transportation Worker Emergency Relief Fund
This fund supports workers and their families who lose their homes as a result of natural disasters like wildfires, floods and earthquakes. Your support helps transportation workers who have lost their homes in a declared state of emergency. Donations to this fund are tax deductible.
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CTF Memorial Signs Fund
CTF manages donations for Memorial Signage Funds. CTF will match donations to this fund dollar for dollar up to $5,000. Current Memorial Signage efforts are open for Annette Brooks and Caltrans District 7 Fallen Worker Memorial Donations to this account are tax deductible.
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Mahdi Khorram Memorial Fund
Mr. Khorram, a Caltrans District 4 worker, was struck by an asphalt truck backing up in the construction closure on HWY 4 in Contra Costa. He is survived by his loving wife Sanaz and their daughter Sevada. CTF is matching donations since his death was work-related. Donations to this fund are NOT tax deductible.
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Royce Hiner Memorial Fund
Royce Hiner, a Caltrans District 2 Maintenance employee and a 2021 Medal of Valor recipient, passed away on September 10, 2025. Over the past year, Mr. Hiner and his family have faced immense challenges, both emotionally and financially due to on-going medical issues. Now, with his passing, the need for support is even greater. Royce leaves behind a spouse and three young children.
CTF is not matching donations since his death was not work related.
Donations to an individual injured or fallen worker fund are not tax deductible. Donate Here>>
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Norberto Coronado Assistance Fund
Norberto Coronado, a Caltrans District 9 Equipment Operator Based at the Inyokern yard, was hit by an impatient driver that entered a closure under one-way traffic control on State Route 178. The vehicle began to move and ran over Norberto's legs and feet. He was taken to the hospital in Ridgecrest, CA.
CTF is matching donations up to $7,500 since his injury was work related. Donations to an individual injured or fallen worker fund are not tax deductible. Donate Here>>
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Tamra Rowley Memorial Fund
Tamra Rowley, a Caltrans employee, who lost her battle to cancer on July 17, 2025. Tamra faced a reoccurrence of cancer with strength and grace after being re-diagnosed in May 2025.
CTF is collecting donations and will not match funds since her death was not work related. Donations to an individual injured or fallen worker fund are not tax deductible. Donate Here>>
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Cynthia Hoffman Memorial Fund
Cynthia Hoffman, a Caltrans 11 Design Manager, passed away suddenly from medical complications on July 18, 2025. She is survived by her husband Victor Paz and three children. She was the primary income earner for her family.
Cynthia was a native of San Diego who graduated with both a bachelor’s and a Master's Degree in Civil Engineering from San Diego State University.
She started at Caltrans District 11 in 2001 and received the CTF Jacob Dekema Scholarship. She was promoted to Design Manager in the Design Division in November 2022.
CTF is collecting donations and will not match funds since her death was not work related. Donations to an individual injured or fallen worker fund are not tax deductible. Donate Here>>
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Alexander Rodish Memorial Fund
Mr. Rodish, a Caltrans District 12 maintenance employee, was tragically killed in the line of duty when he was struck by a vehicle on the I-5 North onramp after another accident had occurred in the area. Donations to this account are NOT tax deductible.
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Thomas "Joe" Byrd Memorial Fund
Thomas "Joe" Byrd, a Caltrans District 2 Hayfork Maintenance employee, passed away unexpectedly on June 3, 2024 due to an unforeseen medical event. Joe left behind two young children. Colleague eCtablished this Memorial Fund to provide support for the bereft family. Donations to this account are NOT tax deductible. Note: CTF will not be matching donations since his death was not work related. Donate Here>>
Make a donation.
CTF is powered by the generous support of donors like you. Providing a tax-deductible donation to our general fund allows us the flexibility to put your money where it matters most. Matching grants for injured and fallen workers; scholarships for high school, undergraduate, and graduate students; educational programs; career development, and mentoring are just a few of the CTF activities you are supporting when you make a donation. Whether you donate $5 once or $50 each month, we appreciate your commitment to helping us come alongside students and families in the transportation community.
With your help, we can recognize, remember, and educate.
