Donate Now
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 New Mobility Workshop
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.
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
SEE’S CANDIES WINTER & HOLIDAY YUM-RAISER: Purchase See’s Candies in our CTF WINTER & HOLIDAY Storefront and up to 40% 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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Quanda McGadney Memorial Fund
Ms. McGadney was tragically killed on June 3, 2022 while working on I-80. All funds go directly to the family. CTF never charges families to set up or administer Memorial funds. CTF matches the first $7500 in donations received dollar-for-dollar. Donations to this account are NOT tax deductible.
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Ali Shabazz Memorial Fund
Mr. Shabazz, a Caltrans District 6 employee was driving a state vehicle enroute to a Caltrans job site when his vehicle was struck, resulting in his death. All funds go directly to the family. CTF never charges families to set up or administer Memorial funds. CTF matches the first $7500 in donations received dollar-for-dollar. Donations to this account are NOT tax deductible.
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Roseann Guzman Memorial Fund
Ms. Guzman, a Construction Area Signs employee, was working on the shoulder of I-5 with a co-worker when a driver lost control and struck both workers. Unfortunately Roseann succumbed to her injuries. CTF never charges families to set up or administer Memorial funds. CTF matches the first $7500 in donations received dollar-for-dollar. Donations to this account are NOT tax deductible.
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Rich Conrado Assistance Fund
Mr. Conrado, a Construction Area Signs employee, was working on the shoulder of I-5 with a co-worker when a driver lost control and struck both workers. Rich is in the hospital fighting for his life. CTF never charges families to set up or administer Assistance funds. CTF matches the first $7500 in donations received dollar-for-dollar. Donations to this account are NOT tax deductible.
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Jose Perez Assistance Fund
Mr. Perez, a Caltrans District 5 employee was picking up large debris on the 101 in Nipomo, CA when he was struck by a vehicle. After undergoing surgeries on his leg and hands he is recovering. CTF never charges families to set up or administer Assistance funds. CTF matches the first $7500 in donations received dollar-for-dollar. Donations to this account are NOT tax deductible.
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Adrian Jimenez Memorial Fund
Mr. Jimenez was tragically struck and killed while bicycling home from work. CTF never charges the families to set up or administer Memorial and Assistance Funds. Donations to this account are NOT tax deductible. Donations to this account are NOT matched, as this was not a work-related death.
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Brett Hall Memorial Fund
Mr. Hall, a Caltrans District 1 employee passed away after a prolonged illness. Brett left behind two young children. Donations will help cover immediate needs and scholarships for the children. Donations to this account are not matched. Donations to this account are NOT tax deductible.
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Shawn Puckett Memorial Fund
All funds go directly to the family. CTF never charges families to set up or administer Memorial and Assistance funds. Donations to this fund are not matched; Mr. Puckett’s death was not work-related. Donations to this account are NOT tax deductible.
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Lee Drake Memorial Fund
All funds go directly to the family. CTF never charges families to set up or administer Memorial and Assistance funds. Donations to this fund are not matched; Mr. Drake’s death was not work-related. Donations to this account are NOT tax deductible.
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Doroteo Rocha Memorial Fund
All funds go directly to the family. CTF never charges families to set up or administer Memorial and Assistance funds. Donations to this fund are not matched; Mr. Rocha’s death was not work-related. Donations to this account are NOT tax deductible.
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Daniel Luks Memoriał Fund
All funds go directly to the family. CTF never charges families to set up or administer Memorial and Assistance funds. Donations to this fund are not matched; Mr. Luks’ death was not work-related. Donations to this account are NOT tax deductible.
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Troy Smith Assistance Fund
Mr. Smith was injured in the line of duty and is currently unable to work. All funds go directly to the family. CTF never charges families to set up or administer Memorial and Assistance funds. Donations to this account are NOT tax deductible.
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Piruz Prastuy Memorial Fund
Mr. Prastuy and his family were involved in a fatal car accident; his wife remains in critical condition. All funds go directly to the family. CTF never charges families to set up or administer Memorial and Assistance funds. Donations to this fund are not matched. Donations to this account are NOT tax deductible.
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.
