News & Announcements

FYE Donates 114 Toy Cars to the Foundation
FYE, with locations in Southern Park Mall and Eastwood Mall, donated 114 toy cars to the Hope Foundation of the Mahoning Valley to support local children.

Wings for Vincent Generously Donates to DreamCatchers for Kids™ Fund
Wings for Vincent generously donated to the Hope Foundation’s DreamCatchers for Kids™ Fund, helping grant wishes to children with life-threatening illness.

Foundation Receives $1,024 from Book Sale Proceeds
The Hope Foundation received $1,024 in proceeds from The Day Tomorrow Got Lost, the latest book in The Fantastic Tales of Merriweather and Perriweather.

In Honor of the 13th Annual of Hope Komara Jewelers Donates
Komara Jewelers is donating $1,000 to the 13th Annual Wine for Hope event, presented by Boak and Sons, supporting Mahoning Valley children battling illness.

Foundation Recognizes Inspiring Community Leaders in 2025
The Hope Foundation announces its 2025 H.O.P.E. Honorees for this year’s Wine for Hope, presented by Boak and Sons and Sam & Donna Boak.

25 Teddy Bears Donated to Children at Akron Children’s Hospital
On December 7, children at Akron Children’s Hospital of Mahoning Valley received 25 teddy bears and books, donated through the Hope Foundation.

Accepting Nominations for H.O.P.E Honoree Recipients for 2025
Nominations for the 2025 H.O.P.E. Lifetime Achievement Award are due January 15, 2025. Help honor a deserving Mahoning Valley community leader.

The Hope Foundation of the Mahoning Valley Receives 100% of Proceeds from New Book Release
This November and December, the Hope Foundation of the Mahoning Valley will receive 100% of proceeds from the new book The Day Tomorrow Got Lost.

Market Street Bridge & Premier Bank Tower to Light Up for All for the Kids Day, May 15
Youngstown’s Market Street Bridge, Huntington Bank Community Alley, and Premier Bank Tower lit up blue and orange for National All for the Kids Day, May 15.

Foundation Announces its 2024 Honorees, Leaders from All over the Community
The Hope Foundation announces its 2024 H.O.P.E. Honorees for Lifetime Achievement, recognizing leaders from across the Mahoning Valley community.

Recipient Gives Back to The Hope Foundation
A family gave back to the Hope Foundation with a $400 donation, thanking the foundation for its generosity after their daughter received support.

WALMART COMMUNITY GRANTS TEAM & WALMART FACILITY #221 DONATE $2,500
The Walmart Community Grants Team and Walmart Facility #221 in Poland, Ohio donated $2,500 to the Hope Foundation of the Mahoning Valley.

IN HONOR OF A DECADE OF HOPE KOMARA JEWELERS DONATES $1,000
In honor of a decade of Hope, Komara Jewelers donated $1,000 at the Hope Foundation’s 10th Anniversary Wine for Hope event on April 29, 2022.

GBS CORP. DONATES $10,000
GBS Corp. donated $10,000 to the Hope Foundation of the Mahoning Valley, raised through its annual YOGI (Year of Giving) employee campaign.

Hope Foundation Accepting Applications for Assistance
The Hope Foundation of the Mahoning Valley is now accepting applications for financial assistance and DreamCatchers for Kids™ wish-granting support.

Hope Foundation Announces New Board Member & Reappointments
The Hope Foundation of the Mahoning Valley announces new board member appointments and reappointments to support its continued mission for children.

The Hope Foundation Receives Matching $5,000 Donation
Dr. Ronald Dwinnells of Butterflies & Hope Memorial Foundation presented the Hope Foundation of the Mahoning Valley with a matching $5,000 donation.

Hope Foundation Founder/Executive Director Voted One of Top 20 Disability Warriors in Ohio
Anthony Spano, Founder and Executive Director of the Hope Foundation of the Mahoning Valley, was named one of Ohio’s Top 20 Disability Warriors.

Market Street Bridge & Premier Bank Tower to Light Up for National All For The Kids Day, May 15
Youngstown’s Market Street Bridge, Huntington Bank Community Alley, and Premier Bank Tower lit up for National All for the Kids Day on May 15.

In Honor of a Decade of Hope, Komara Jewelers Extends Offer of Giving thru May
The Hope Foundation of the Mahoning Valley held a sold-out 10th Anniversary Wine for Hope, continuing its tradition of helping local children.