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Thrive Mahoning Valley Collaborates to Build a Welcoming Valley
From the moment seven years ago that Thrive Mahoning Valley started supporting people from Puerto Rico who had been displaced by Hurricanes Maria and Irma, the work Thrive has done has had a primary guiding principle. Even as the organization expanded its mission, moved into its own office, added staff and built new programs and…
Read MoreHistoric Homeowner Grant Opportunity for Poland Village Residents
A new grant opportunity for owners of historic homes in Poland Village is now open. Grants of up to $5,000 are available to support exterior projects that preserve or enhance the historic character of historic homes in the Village. To qualify, homes must be at least 125 years old and applications must be submitted by…
Read MoreCommunity Foundation Awards $634K in Grants to Wrap Up 2024
MAHONING VALLEY, Ohio – In its final grant cycle of 2024, the Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley and its supporting organizations awarded $634,000 to 34 local nonprofits. Through its General Grant, the Foundation awarded $223,500 to 27 organizations. The Trumbull Memorial Health Foundation, which focuses on programs to improve health in Trumbull County, awarded…
Read MoreHealth Foundations Leverage Collaboration to Build Change in the Valley
When two long-established health foundations joined forces with the Community Foundation, it marked the beginning of a new era of collaboration, expanding our ability to improve health outcomes and meet the evolving needs of local residents. The two health foundations – Western Reserve Health Foundation serving Mahoning County and Trumbull Memorial Health Foundation doing the…
Read More‘Giving Tuesday And Beyond’ Matches Donations to CFMV Agency Funds
MAHONING VALLEY, Ohio –As part of its annual Giving Tuesday And Beyond campaign, the Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley is once again committing $50,000 to match donations to its agency funds. On Giving Tuesday, celebrated this year on Dec. 3, the Community Foundation will boost each donation of at least $10, providing an extra…
Read MoreLocal leadership development gets a boost from young philanthropists
YOUNGSTOWN/WARREN, Ohio – Last month, representatives from the Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley (CFMV) and Leadership Mahoning Valley (LMV) gathered for a meaningful check presentation, marking a significant partnership aimed at enhancing leadership skills among local professionals. The $6,041 grant, awarded through the Young Philanthropist Fund at CFMV, will support LMV’s general operations and…
Read More5 ‘Gems of the Valley’ Honored by Fund for Women & Girls
CANFIELD, Ohio – The Fund for Women & Girls, a community-led fund at the Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley, put the spotlight on the work of five incredible women at its Gems of the Valley event on Oct. 17. The honor recognizes women doing important work to make the Valley a better place for…
Read MoreAn Update on Our Advocacy Journey
This year has been one of transformation for all of us at the Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley. Through leadership changes and the implementation of our new strategic plan, 2024 has been a busy year. We’ve been looking closely at how we carry out our mission to improve the quality of life for all…
Read MoreCommunity Foundation Awards $679K in Grants
MAHONING VALLEY, Ohio – The Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley and its supporting foundations have awarded $679,331 in grant awards to 58 nonprofit organizations through its third-quarter grant cycle. Through the CFMV General Grant opportunity, $258,985 was awarded, and its two affiliated health foundations – the Trumbull Memorial Health Foundation and Western Reserve Health…
Read MoreCommunity Foundation Awards $130K in Scholarships
MAHONING VALLEY, Ohio – The Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley has awarded 73 students $130,747 in scholarships to help them along as they continue their education at colleges across the country. “We are incredibly proud of the students who applied for the scholarship opportunities that our generous fund holders create. The journey to postsecondary…
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