The Hope Foundation of the Mahoning Valley is proud to announce the 2026 H.O.P.E. Honorees for this year’s Wine for Hope. Presented by The Hope Foundation, the 2026 H.O.P.E. for Lifetime Achievement will be presented at the 14th Anniversary Wine for Hope on Friday, April 17, 2026 at Waypoint 4180 in Canfield, Ohio. These exceptional individuals will be recognized for their tireless dedication to improving the quality of life throughout our community.
2026 H.O.P.E. Honorees:
- Shannon Arcade – RaeArc Industries
- Nicole L. Byler – Self-employed
- Jessica Lett – New Beginnings Residential Treatment Center
- Moriah McCorkle – Ongoing Neighborhood Empowerment
- Ashley Morrow – Livi Steel
- Maria Pappas – Youngstown City Schools, RET.
These six remarkable leaders exemplify the values of the H.O.P.E. Award: Honorable, Outstanding, Philanthropic, and Excellent. Their unwavering commitment to serving has created lasting positive change in the Valley.
Previous H.O.P.E. Award Recipients
The H.O.P.E. Award honors a distinguished legacy of community champions, including:
Past Recipients: The late Henry Nemenz (local businessman & grocery store owner), Jack Gocala, Sr. (retired Youngstown State University police chief), George Gabriel, Raymond Morrow, Kathy Cook, Mike Currington, Holly Welch, Dr. Ronald Dwinnells, Brenda Rider, Amber Bonilla, and Bernadette Bilick in 2025.
About Wine for Hope 2026
Join us on Friday, April 17, 2026 at Waypoint 4180 in Canfield for an unforgettable evening celebrating compassion and community impact. Guests will enjoy:
- Full gourmet dinner prepared by Waypoint 4180
- Premium wine tasting in a commemorative keepsake glass
- Music entertainment throughout the evening
- H.O.P.E. ceremony honoring our 2026 recipients
- Silent auction and raffle baskets with exclusive items
- Opportunity to support critically ill children and families
All proceeds from the event directly benefit chronically and terminally ill children in the Mahoning Valley.
Event Details & Tickets
When: Friday, April 17, 2026
Where: Waypoint 4180, Canfield, Ohio
Tickets: $75 per person | $550 for a table of 8
Tickets increase to $90 per person after April 3, 2026
Purchase tickets or inquire about sponsorships:
- Online: www.hopemv.org/wine-for-hope
- Email: info@hopemv.org
- Phone: (330) 406-1048
Event sponsorships, reserved tables, and individual tickets are available now. Seating is limited — reserve your spot today!
Partnering Sponsors
The Hope Foundation is grateful for the generous support of our partnering sponsors who make Wine for Hope possible:
Supporting Sponsors: ASECU, American Business Center Inc., Northeast Behavioral Health, WKBN 27 First News, FOX Youngstown, MIX 98.9, Newsradio 570 WKBN, Komara Jewelers, Lamar Advertising Company, and Minuteman Press of Youngstown.
