News & Announcements

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.

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.