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.
WKBN’s Josh Frketic to be Master of Ceremonies for the 10th Anniversary of the Wine for Hope Event on April 29th
The Hope Foundation announces WKBN Sports Anchor Josh Frketic will emcee its 10th Anniversary Wine for Hope event on April 29th at Waypoint 4180.
Hope Foundation Announces Five Board Members and Names New Board Leadership
The Hope Foundation of the Mahoning Valley announces five new board members and new board leadership to strengthen its mission going forward.
Baal Appointed to the Hope Foundation Board this Past Fall
Anita Baal has joined the Hope Foundation of the Mahoning Valley’s Board of Trustees, elected to serve as Treasurer for a two-year term.
Hope Foundation Announces its 2020 & 2022 Honorees; Leaders from all Over the Community
The Hope Foundation of the Mahoning Valley announces its 2020 and 2022 H.O.P.E. Honorees, recognizing leaders from across the community.
Yost Appointed to the Foundation Board of Trustees
Justin Yost has been appointed to the Hope Foundation of the Mahoning Valley’s Board of Trustees, elected to serve as Treasurer for a three-year term.
Ostapiak Appointed to Foundation Board
Jennifer Ostapiak was appointed to the Hope Foundation of the Mahoning Valley’s Board of Trustees for a three-year term through 2024.
Groups come together to Purchase a Special Wheelchair during this Holiday Season
The Hope Foundation of the Mahoning Valley and Operation Search and Help, funded through the Youngstown Foundation, partnered to purchase a special wheelchair.
Foundation Now Accepting Nominations for the 2022 H.O.P.E. Honorees for Lifetime Achievement presented by Huntington Bank & WKBN 27 First News “Caring for our Community”
The Hope Foundation is accepting nominations for the 2022 H.O.P.E. Lifetime Achievement Award, presented by Huntington Bank and WKBN 27 First News.
Making a Difference in Children’s Lives — The Foundation Makes Donation to Help the Leonard Kirtz School
The Hope Foundation of the Mahoning Valley donated $3,000 toward new playground equipment for the Leonard Kirtz School’s $250,000 funding campaign.
Make a Difference in Children’s Lives — The Foundation Is Looking to Grow the Board of Trustees
The Hope Foundation of the Mahoning Valley is looking to grow its Board of Trustees to make a larger impact for the Mahoning Valley community.