The Raymond John Wean Foundation to Launch New Nonprofit Leadership Program
Will build on and expand Wean Foundation capacity-building programs, promote racial equity and support equitable compensation practices
Read MoreThe Raymond John Wean Foundation Will Welcome Dr. Ruha Benjamin as Keynote Speaker at 75th Anniversary Summit
The author of Viral Justice will set the stage for an engaging, action-orientedSummit on September 10. WARREN, OHIO—JULY 31, 2024—The Raymond John Wean Foundation is pleased to announceDr. Ruha Benjamin as the keynote speaker for its 75th Anniversary Summit on September 10that The Grand Resort in Warren. Dr. Benjamin is the Alexander Stewart 1886 Professor …
Read MorePhilanthropy Review Summer 2024 Excerpt
Conversations with Colleagues Racial Equity Learning Exchange supports members in advancing racial equity From November 2023 through May 2024, Philanthropy Ohio hosted a Racial Equity Learning Exchange cohort with support of the United Philanthropy Forum and facilitated by Marga, Inc. The Philanthropy Ohio cohort consisted of 11 member organizations that explored work to advance racial …
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The Raymond John Wean Foundation Celebrates 75 Years in Philanthropy
Reinforces focus on building community, advancing equity
Read MoreWean Foundation Announces New Community Investment Grants
WARREN, Ohio – The Raymond John Wean Foundation Board of Directors recently approved a total of $215,000 for three nonprofits supporting the Mahoning Valley. The Freedom Righteous Organizing Collaborative and the African American Male Wellness Agency are new community investment grantees for the Wean Foundation. The Organización Cívica y Cultural Hispana Americana Inc. received a …
Read MoreCompany Has New Website
Litco, a Vienna-based company that specializes in transit protection product and load securement solutions, has launched a new website. The move consolidates two of its prior websites into a single, comprehensive platform that provides users with a seamless and enriched digital experience, according to the company. Key features include a centralized information hub, enhanced user …
Read MoreThe Raymond John Wean Foundation Announces New Community Investment Grants
The grants support the Wean Foundation’s goal of funding organizations whose leadership reflects the communities they serve WARREN, OHIO—SEPTEMBER 19, 2024—The board of directors of The Raymond John Wean Foundation recently approved a total of $215,000 to three nonprofits supporting the Mahoning Valley. The Freedom Righteous Organizing Collaborative (Freedom ROC) and the African American Male …
Read MoreHere’s how Mahoning Valley Cultural Alliance plans on celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
By Staff Report Mahoning Matters | September 18, 2024 The Stories of Mahoning Valley Immigrants event is a chance to recognize community members who immigrated from Hispanic countries while enjoying dinner together. It’s one of several events all part of the Mahoning Valley Historical Society’s 150-year anniversary beginning this month. The Mahoning Valley Historical Society just announced …
Read MoreThrive Mahoning Valley Opens Office in Former Church Rectory
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – An old church rectory is the new home of Thrive Mahoning Valley. The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber was on hand Tuesday afternoon for the ceremonial ribbon-cutting at 854 Wilson Ave., the former rectory for Saint Stephen of Hungary Catholic Church. Before having a building, Thrive Mahoning Valley relied on phone and email to …
Read MoreYoungstown block party targets healthy pregnancies
Sean Barron – Correspondent YOUNGSTOWN — Shari Nesbitt is among the social workers and health care practitioners dedicated to adding layers of cement to fill gaps in what those who have a variety of challenges need. “If you’re between birth and age 21 in Mahoning or Trumbull County with special needs, diagnosed with a behavioral …
Read MoreYoungstown Rayen Early College Celebrating 20 Years
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – The Youngstown City School District is marking its 20th anniversary of providing educational opportunities at Youngstown Rayen Early College High School. YREC will have an anniversary celebration in conjunction with its open house Friday, with an anniversary convocation from 10 to 11 a.m. outside the school at 20 W. Wood St. YREC, …
Read MoreWean Foundation Marks 75 Years with Summit
WARREN, Ohio – The Raymond John Wean Foundation started in 1949 as a family foundation and evolved into a progressive, private foundation, its president said. The foundation is rooted in community and all about advancing change in the Mahoning Valley, President Jennifer Roller said Tuesday during its 75th anniversary summit at the Grand Resort. “I’m …
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