BCTCares Foundation and Its Local Backpack Program Partners Launch Annual "Pack the 'Pack" Campaign to Raise $100,000 to Feed Local Food-Insecure Children

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BCTCares Foundation, established by BCT-Bank of Charles Town (NASDAQ: PTBS), has launched its annual "Pack the 'Pack" campaign with a goal of raising $100,000 to support food-insecure children. The campaign, running from July 1 through August 31, 2025, aims to feed over 6,000 local children during summer break and school weekends for the 2025-2026 school year.

The initiative partners with four local backpack food charities across West Virginia, Maryland, and Virginia. According to CEO Alice Frazier, the program, which began in 2019, has consistently surpassed its goals despite increasing needs due to inflationary pressures on food prices. Donations can be made at BCT branch locations or through their website.

CHARLES TOWN, W.Va., July 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- BCTCares Foundation, a nonprofit founded by BCT-Bank of Charles Town and its employees, recently announced the launch of its annual Pack the 'Pack funding campaign in support of local backpack food programs for food-insecure children. This year's Pack the 'Pack campaign has a goal of raising $100,000 to feed over 6,000 local children during the summer break and on school weekends for the 2025-2026 school year. Fundraising will be from July 1 through August 31. Monetary donations will be accepted at all BCT branch locations and online. For a list of branches, visit www.mybct.bank/locations/. Online donations can be made by visiting www.mybct.bank/about/bctcares/.

Alice Frazier, President and CEO of BCT, stated, "Pack the 'Pack was started in 2019 by our employees upon discovering local children were facing food-insecurity on a regular basis. Unfortunately, the need has become more pronounced, especially with food prices impacted by recent inflationary pressures. With the generosity of our local neighbors, clients, vendors, and employees, we have surpassed our goals each year. This year we have a goal of raising $100,000 to feed over 6,000 local children. With the help of our community, I'm confident we will surpass that goal."

For the Pack the 'Pack campaign, BCTCares is continuing its partnership with four local backpack food charities who purchase and distribute food using the funds donated. These local backpack programs have partnered with BCT from the beginning of the Pack the 'Pack program. They are:

• Berkeley County Backpack Program (Berkeley County, WV) -
  http://feedbcwvkids.org/
• Community Combined Ministries – Kidz Power Pacs (Berkeley and Jefferson Counties, WV) - https://communitycombined.org/
• HARC/Micah's Backpack (Washington County, MD) - https://harccoalition.org/programs/micahs-backpack/
• Fueled (formerly Loudoun Backpack Coalition, Loudoun County, VA) - https://www.loudouneducationfoundation.org/fueled/

To learn more about the Pack the 'Pack campaign and how to donate, visit any BCT branch or BCT's website at www.mybct.bank/about/bctcares.

About BCTCares Foundation

The BCTCares Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization with a mission to provide direct support to food-insecure children, families, and individuals in the four primary counties served by BCT-Bank of Charles Town, also known as The Community's Bank. BCTCares Foundation, Inc., EIN 87-1550562. Consult your tax adviser regarding possible tax benefits for donations. For more information or to donate, visit our webpage at www.mybct.bank/about/bctcares.

BCTCares Foundation
111 E. Washington Street
Charles Town, WV 25414
304-728-2453

About Bank of Charles Town

Founded in 1871, BCT - Bank of Charles Town, also known as The Community's Bank, is a wholly owned subsidiary of Potomac Bancshares, Inc. (OTC:PTBS). With approximately $896 million in assets as of March 31, 2025, the Company conducts operations through its main office, an additional eight branch offices, and two loan production offices. BCT's offices are located in Jefferson and Berkeley Counties (WV), Washington County (MD), and Loudoun and Stafford Counties (VA). The Bank offers commercial lines and term loans, residential and commercial construction loans, commercial real estate loans, agricultural loans, and government contractor loans. The Bank is also a Small Business Administration (SBA) Preferred Lender. The Residential Lending division offers secondary market and portfolio mortgage loans, one-time close construction to perm loans, as well as home equity loans and lines of credit. For over 70 years, BCT Wealth Advisors has provided caring and personalized trust services, growing into a premier financial management, investment strategies, and estate services provider. The Bank also provides convenient online and mobile banking for individuals, businesses, and local governments plus free access to over 55,000 ATMs through the Allpoint^® network plus another approximately 675 free access ATMs through another partnership. BCT was voted WINNER in the LoudounNow 2024 Loudoun's Favorite readers' poll in four categories: Bank, Mortgage Company, Banker, and Financial Planner. BCT was voted a "Best of the Best" winner in the 2024 Martinsburg Journal-News Readers' Choice Awards in three categories: Bank, Loan Services, and Financial Planning. In 2023, American Banker selected BCT as a "Top 200 Community Bank," an annual listing of the best performing banks in the United States with assets under $2 billion. Since 2019, the Bank has been named a "Best Bank To Work For" by American Banker five times.

The Company's shares are quoted on the OTC Pink Sheet marketplace under the symbol "PTBS." Individuals may purchase shares under the symbol "PTBS" by contacting Shane Bell, EVP and CFO, at sbell@mybct.bank, or through one's personal broker. For more information about Potomac Bancshares, Inc., and the Bank, please visit our website at www.mybct.bank.

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FAQ

What is the fundraising goal for BCT-Bank's Pack the 'Pack campaign in 2025?

The Pack the 'Pack campaign aims to raise $100,000 to feed over 6,000 local children during summer break and school weekends for the 2025-2026 school year.

When does the PTBS Pack the 'Pack campaign run in 2025?

The campaign runs from July 1 through August 31, 2025. Donations can be made at BCT branch locations or online during this period.

How many children will benefit from BCT-Bank's Pack the 'Pack program?

The program aims to support over 6,000 local children by providing food during summer break and on school weekends.

Which regions are covered by BCT-Bank's Pack the 'Pack program?

The program partners with charities serving Berkeley and Jefferson Counties in WV, Washington County in MD, and Loudoun County in VA.

How can I donate to BCT-Bank's Pack the 'Pack campaign?

Donations can be made at any BCT branch location or online through their website at www.mybct.bank/about/bctcares.