News & Announcements

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.

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.

Foundation Earns Gold Seal Recognition for Transparency and Accountability
The Hope Foundation of the Mahoning Valley earned the Candid/GuideStar Gold Seal for its commitment to nonprofit transparency and accountability.

Foundation Launches New Website to Better Service the Community and Streamline Funding Request Process
The Hope Foundation launched a new website designed to better serve the community and streamline the funding request process for families in need.

Foundation Announces its 2023 Honorees; Leaders from All over the Community
The Hope Foundation announces its 2023 H.O.P.E. Honorees for Wine for Hope, presented by Galaxie Industrial Services and Huntington National Bank.

Now Accepting Nominations for 2023 H.O.P.E Annual Lifetime Achievement Award
The Hope Foundation and WKBN 27 First News are now accepting nominations for the 2023 H.O.P.E. Lifetime Achievement Award for community leaders.

Hope Foundation makes Build-a-Bears for Hospitalized Kids
Hope Foundation volunteers built teddy bears at Build-A-Bear Workshop, continuing a partnership with Akron Children’s Hospital to comfort young patients.

Children at Akron Children’s Hospital Will Receive Teddy Bears from The Hope Foundation’s DreamCatchers for Kids Program
On December 10, children at Akron Children’s Hospital of Mahoning Valley will receive teddy bears from the Hope Foundation’s DreamCatchers program.

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.