Deadline for Nominations of the Presidents Volunteer Service Award
2023-08-01 - 2024-07-31
The Spano Foundation is proud to announce that it is accepting nominations for the Presidential Volunteer Service Award (PVSA) in the Mahoning Valley. The Foundation is the certified organization to hand out this great award.
The Spano Foundation will be the presenting organization for the future of this award by teaming up with Brenda Rider, who will continue to lead the charge. Since 2010, Ms. Rider has been presenting the Presidential Volunteer Service Award to Mahoning Valley volunteers and organizations.
The purpose for the Presidential Volunteer Service Award is to honor the hundreds of thousands of people across America that have volunteered hundreds, if not thousands of volunteer hours over their lifetime. The program was established to honor the volunteer works of individuals, families and organizations throughout the United States. Deadline is August 1.
Click here to nominate someone now.

Purse Bingo w/Clothed in Strength
2024-11-08 17:00 - 21:00 UTC
In partnership with the Spano Foundation, the Clothed in Strength Purse Bingo is this Fall.
Save the date for our 2nd annual purse bingo! Heavy appetizers, 50/50, amazing purses, and fun! Grab your girlfriends and get ready for a night of food, fun and purses!!!
Founded in 2022, Clothed In Strength was created with a mission of bridging the gap between government assistance and financial freedom for low to moderate income single mothers. This is exactly where founder, Heather Fronk, found herself as a young mother at the age of 19. Working full time as well as working to complete her Bachelors at YSU, she found herself in the middle of making too much income to qualify for financial and housing assistance, however not making enough to fully make ends meet without working a second job. It is now her mission to help bridge this gap for single mothers who find themselves in this situation through 3 mission pillars of Clothed In Strength: 1. Hosting a free pop up boutique once a month with necessities such as clothes, shoes, work apparel and coats for the mothers and their children via donations from the community, 2. Providing financial grants to single mothers for emergency situations and hardships and 3. To be a community resource center connecting single mothers to agencies in the community for additional assistance.

Celebrating a Legend: Raising Money for a Community Initiative
2025-08-23 15:00 - 18:00
Join us for a two-fold celebration as we honor Rose Carter for an extraordinary 50 years of service and 82 wonderful years of life!
Date: August 23, 2025
Time: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Venue: The Maronite Center (Antioch Room) 1555 S Meridian Youngstown, OH 44511

Rose Carter has dedicated her life to empowering communities, advocating for justice, and making a lasting impact. Now, it’s time to come together and celebrate her legacy of faith, service, and leadership as she steps into retirement. Part of the proceeds from this event will go to the Rose Carter Community Fund. More info about the fund can be found at https://spanofoundation.com/crw_causes/rose-carter-community-fund/.

Join us for an afternoon of joy, reflection, and appreciation!
Music | Special Tributes | Light Refreshments
We would love for you to be part of this special occasion!
RSVP or inquiries: Taunya Scott, Taunlynne1962@gmail.com by August 10, 2025

Let’s make this a memorable celebration for an unforgettable leader!

Boo Squad Fund Thanksgiving Food Drive Collection 2025
2025-10-01 - 2025-11-09
More information about the Fund at https://spanofoundation.com/crw_causes/boo-squad-fund/.

Food Collection is from October 1-November 9

Donate towards the cause: https://givebutter.com/boosquadfund.

Soiree & Spirits 2026
2026-02-07 18:00 - 22:00
Join us for a night of live jazz, incredible food, dessert table by Gorants and crafted cocktails all while supporting single mothers in the Valley. This event is put on by Clothed in Strength.
Come celebrate Valentine’s day in style with us! Get ready for an evening of incredible live jazz music, a gourmet dinner with carving station, premium open bar, silent/live auctions, dancing and more!
Hayden Grove, as seen on The Voice, will be joining us to kick off the night with jazz music during cocktail hour and we finish the night with live music with our favorite tunes and more.

Join us as we raise funds to help bridge the gap for single mothers in the Valley and their children all while having fun! You ticket includes: Cocktail hour appetizers, live jazz, a gourmet dinner, a delectable dessert table by Gorant’s Chocolatiers, Premium open bar.

This is a formal event (not black tie). We can’t wait to spend the evening with you!!

Night of Hope Gala 2026
2026-02-14 18:00 - 22:00
Be a part of the Inaugural Night of Hope Gala for the Society of St. Vincent de Paul Northeast Ohio for the 95th Anniversary.
Inspired by Gospel values, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, a Catholic lay organization, leads women and men to join together to grow spiritually by offering person-to-person service to those who are needy and suffering in the tradition of its founder, Blessed Frederic Ozanam, and patron, St. Vincent de Paul.
More information can be found at svdpneo.org.
Location at The Grand Resort, Warren, Ohio.

Rescue Mission Annual Dinner Benefit 2026
2026-02-20 18:00 - 22:00
2026 Annual Benefit Banquets for Rescue Mission of Mahoning Valley
Friday, February 20, 2026
This year choose between breakfast or dinner.
Waypoint 4180 in Canfield, Ohio
A lovely program featuring a buffet meal, dessert, inspiring testimonies and a Rescue Mission update!
To secure your DINNER Reservations and /or Sponsorships:

Call 330-744-5485 X 506 weekdays between 9am and 4pm
Download our order form, print and return it to the Mission
Online Dinner Reservations and Sponsorships click here

Cookie Table and Cocktails
2026-02-21 18:00 - 22:00
Join us for cookies and cocktails at our very popular Cookie Table and Cocktails event! This event features cookies from local bakers, local music and an auction featuring local items. It’s the event of the season!

Saturday, February 21, 2026

6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
The Maronite Center
1555 S. Meridian Rd.

NAMI Mahoning Valley 5th Annual Chili Cook-Off
2026-02-27 18:00 - 20:00
Announcing NAMI Mahoning Valley’s Fifth Annual Chili Cook-Off to help in our mission to support residents of the Valley dealing with mental illness! This year is BIGGER & BETTER! Be the reason someone in the Valley dealing with mental illness feels supported and heard.
When: Friday, February 27th 2026 from 6pm – 8pm
Where: Penguin City Brewing Company – Downtown Youngstown! 460 E Federal St, Youngstown, OH 44503

Wine for Hope 2026
2026-04-17 18:00 - 22:00
Every year, The Hope Foundation proudly hosts Wine for Hope, a special evening dedicated to raising funds for children with terminal and chronic illnesses and their families. This year, we invite you to indulge in a night of elegance, entertainment, and generosity – all in support of a meaningful cause.
✨ Wine Tasting – Savor a selection of exceptional wines
🍽️ Gourmet Cuisine – Delight in a curated menu of exquisite dishes
💎 Exquisite Jewelry – Explore stunning pieces on display
🎶 Live Music – Enjoy the sounds of talented musicians
🍷 Commemorative Wine Glass – Take home a keepsake from the night
🍸 Cash Bar – Additional drink options available
🎟️ Raffles & Silent Auctions – Bid on exciting items and experiences
