The Hugh Cargill Trust was established over 200 years ago by Concordian Hugh Cargill. The trust’s purpose is to provide short-term, emergency assistance to residents of the Town in times of financial need. The Hugh Cargill Trust Committee acts on behalf of the Board of Selectmen in receiving and reviewing requests for assistance and in distributing funds in accordance with the provisions of the Trust. Concord residents may request aid by leaving a phone message at the Town House, call 978-318-3100, extension 2030. Calls are returned within 24 hours. All requests are kept confidential.