News & Announcements
Wine for Hope Planning Committee Meeting — August 11
We’re gearing up for something truly special, and we need your help to make it happen. The Hope Foundation is hosting our first Wine for Hope Planning Committee Meeting on
Thank You, Mahoning Valley — What a Year It Has Been
At the close of every fiscal year, we pause. We look back at the months behind us and feel something that is hard to put into words, part gratitude, part
Help Us Plan Wine for Hope 2027 — The Most Special Night in Our Foundation’s History, Celebrating 20 Years
In 2027, something extraordinary is going to happen at Waypoint 4180 in Canfield. The 15th Annual Wine for Hope Gala and the Hope Foundation’s 20th Anniversary are going to happen
Hope Foundation Announces 2026 H.O.P.E. Award Winners: Six Mahoning Valley Individuals Honored
The Hope Foundation of the Mahoning Valley is proud to announce the 2026 H.O.P.E. Honorees for this year’s Wine for Hope. Presented by The Hope Foundation, the 2026 H.O.P.E. for
Nominations Open for 2026 H.O.P.E. Lifetime Achievement Award
Deadline to Submit: January 14, 2026 Youngstown, OH — The Hope Foundation of the Mahoning Valley, in partnership with WKBN 27 First News, isnow accepting nominations for the 2026 H.O.P.E.
FYE Donates 114 Toy Cars to the Foundation
FYE, a prominent specialty retailer with locations in the Southern Park Mall and Eastwood Mall, is making a significant impact in the local community through its generous donation of 114
Wings for Vincent Generously Donates to DreamCatchers for Kids™ Fund
(Youngstown, OH) — In a heartwarming display of community support, The Hope Foundation of the Mahoning Valley’s DreamCatchers for Kids Fund is honored to announce a generous donation from Wings
Foundation Receives $1,024 from Book Sale Proceeds
The Hope Foundation of the Mahoning Valley is honored to receive $1,024 from the proceeds of The Day Tomorrow Got Lost, the latest book in The Fantastic Tales of Merriweather
In Honor of the 13th Annual of Hope Komara Jewelers Donates
(Youngstown, OH) The Hope Foundation of the Mahoning Valley will host its 13th Annual Wine for Hope Event. Presented by Boak and Sons and Sam & Donna Boak on Friday,
Foundation Recognizes Inspiring Community Leaders in 2025
The Hope Foundation of the Mahoning Valley is proud to announce the 2025 H.O.P.E. Honorees for this year’s Wine for Hope. Presented by Boak and Sons and Sam & Donna
Hope Foundation Announces New Board Member & Reappointments
(Youngstown, OH) – The Hope Foundation of the Mahoning Valley announced some changes to their board members to support the nonprofit’s work to focus on The Foundation’s mission and help it
The Hope Foundation Receives Matching $5,000 Donation
(YOUNGSTOWN, OH) – Dr. Ronald Dwinnells, Executive Director of Butterflies & Hope Memorial Foundation presented The Hope Foundation of the Mahoning Valley with a donation of $5,000. Dr. Dwinnells generously agreed
Hope Foundation Founder/Executive Director Voted One of Top 20 Disability Warriors in Ohio
(YOUNGSTOWN, OH) – Anthony Spano, Founder & Executive Director of The Hope Foundation of the Mahoning Valley, was named one of the Top 20 Disability Warriors in Ohio that you need
Market Street Bridge & Premier Bank Tower to Light Up for National All For The Kids Day, May 15
(Youngstown, OH) – Youngstown’s Market Street Bridge & the Huntington Bank Community Alley along with the Premier Bank Tower will be illuminated with blue and orange lights Sunday night, May
In Honor of a Decade of Hope, Komara Jewelers Extends Offer of Giving thru May
(Youngstown, OH) The Hope Foundation of the Mahoning Valley held their 10th Anniversary Wine for Hope Event on Friday, April 30th. The event was sold out and helped carry on
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 is happy to announce that Josh Frketic, WKBN Sports Anchor to be MC at upcoming 10th anniversary of the Wine for Hope scheduled for Friday, April 29th
Hope Foundation Announces Five Board Members and Names New Board Leadership
New members will enhance board’s focus on the foundations mission and help the Hope Foundation to strengthen innovation into the future. YOUNGSTOWN, OH – The Hope Foundation of the Mahoning Valley
Baal Appointed to the Hope Foundation Board this Past Fall
Youngstown, Ohio-The Hope Foundation of the Mahoning Valley has appointed Justin Yost to the Board of Trustees and elected him to serve as Treasurer for a 2-year term thru 2023.
Hope Foundation Announces its 2020 & 2022 Honorees; Leaders from all Over the Community
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Yost Appointed to the Foundation Board of Trustees
Youngstown, Ohio-The Hope Foundation of the Mahoning Valley has appointed Justin Yost to the Board of Trustees and elected him to serve as Treasurer for a 3-year term thru 2024.