The WYTV, Channel 33 “Hometown Hero” for July 15 is Anthony V. Spano, Founder/Executive Director of The Hope Foundation of the Mahoning Valley and an employee at Youngstown State University, it was announced today by its award-winning news staff.
Mr. Spano was nominated by longtime friend and mentor Greg Gulas, former YSU sports information and the school’s retired Student Activities Director.
“Anthony Spano is one of the most visible, caring young professionals when it comes to those that volunteer their time and efforts for local causes,” he noted in his nomination.
The Hope Foundation is a 501(c) 3, non-profit organization which raises money for chronically/terminally ill children. The Foundation has no administrative costs or staff and has depended on its over 100 volunteers that remain dedicated to improving the lives of less fortunate children.
Gulas added, “Anthony’s foundation has raised funds and awareness for those that are less fortunate or in need and his ability to put together a great organization like this is a tribute to what he can accomplish.
“This foundation is just not me, it’s the many volunteers, sponsors, businesses, board of trustees and everyone in the community that make this foundation If it was not for them, this foundation would not be where it is today,” Spano mentioned.
The interview and broadcast coverage of WYTV’s “Hometown Hero” and Hope MV founder/Executive director Anthony Spano is set for Wednesday, July 15 during its 6 p.m. newscast with anchor Stan Boney. it can also be viewed on their morning show the following day (Thursday, July 16) with co-hosts Jim Loboy and Len Rome.
The WYTV Hometown Heroes segment was created in order to recognize a local volunteer or community leader in the Mahoning Valley that deserves to be recognized for what he/she does. To Nominate someone in the valley, click here.
Founded in 2007, The Hope Foundation of the Mahoning Valley also provides charitable and financial support to local organizations that share its goal of improving the lives of chronically/terminally ill children.
