Rey Esparra
September 14, 2025
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Born and raised in the Mahoning County, he has dedicated most of his life sharing his time and talents to better serve his community. When asked why he serves, first
Born and raised in the Mahoning County, he has dedicated most of his life sharing his time and talents to better serve his community. When asked why he serves, first
**The Hope Foundation is saddened to learn of the passing of Coach Ed DiGregorio at the age of 93. Coach DiGregorio was the recipient of the 2019 H.O.P.E Honoree for
Born and raised in Warren, his family includes his wife, daughter, two stepsons and a Little through the “Big Brother, Big Sister” program. A 23-year veteran of the Warren Police
Simon Arias was the recipient of the 2018 H.O.P.E Honoree for Lifetime Achievement from the Foundation. A Mahoning Valley native, he was born in Youngstown and played football at Ursuline
The Hope Foundation of the Mahoning Valley is proud to recognize its 2018 H.O.P.E. Award for Lifetime Achievement recipient Kathy Duke. As president and Northern region leader for the Trumbull
Ms. Duke was the recipient of the 2018 H.O.P.E Honoree for Lifetime Achievement from the Foundation. The executive director of “Teen Straight Talk” since the ministry’s founding (along with her
Dr. Hrina-Medvec was the recipient of the 2018 H.O.P.E Honoree for Lifetime Achievement from the Foundation. Born and raised in Struthers, she is a graduate of Struthers High School and
H.O.P.E Recipient 2014 **The Hope Foundation is was sadden to see the passing of Henry Nemenz at the age of 76 in 2015. We ask that you keep Henry Nemenz
H.O.P.E Recipient 2015 Chief Gocala received the H.O.P.E Award for Lifetime Achievement in 2015 from the Hope Foundation of the Mahoning Valley. It is presented to an individual who is:
H.O.P.E Recipient 2016 The Foundation presenting 2016 George Gabriel with the H.O.P.E.Award (Honorable. Outstanding. Philanthropic. Excellent.) for his lifetime achievement and contributions to the community. This prestigious award is given