News & Announcements

Nominations Are Open for the Hope Award
The Hope Foundation of the Mahoning Valley is proud to announce that nominations are now open for the Hope Award, presented each year to an individual, family, or organization whose

Wine for Hope Planning Committee Meeting — August 11
The Hope Foundation invites volunteers to its Wine for Hope Planning Committee meeting on August 11 as it prepares for the 15th Annual Wine for Hope Gala.

Thank You, Mahoning Valley — What a Year It Has Been
A heartfelt thank-you to the Mahoning Valley for a year of generosity — in 2025, the Hope Foundation supported nearly 53 local children and families.

Help Us Plan Wine for Hope 2027 — The Most Special Night in Our Foundation’s History, Celebrating 20 Years
In 2027, the Hope Foundation celebrates 20 years and the 15th Annual Wine for Hope Gala at Waypoint 4180 in Canfield. Help us plan this milestone night.

Hope Foundation Announces 2026 H.O.P.E. Award Winners: Six Mahoning Valley Individuals Honored
The Hope Foundation announces its 2026 H.O.P.E. Award winners — six Mahoning Valley individuals honored at this year’s Wine for Hope Gala.

Nominations Open for 2026 H.O.P.E. Lifetime Achievement Award
The Hope Foundation and WKBN 27 First News are accepting nominations for the 2026 H.O.P.E. Lifetime Achievement Award. Submit by January 14, 2026.

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 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.