An update from the Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley | Winter 2019

VALLEY SOUP BRINGS COMMUNITY TOGETHER Residents involved in funding local projects

More than 100 community members gathered at Christ Episcopal Church in Warren on Giving Tuesday (Nov. 27, 2018). Guests listened to four nonprofit project pitches, enjoyed soup and voted for a winner. Keep up-to-date as we plan this event for 2019 by visiting the Valley Soup page of our website.

Allison Smith of Shepherd of All God's Children (far left) was the winner of the inaugural Valley Soup. Through a powerful performance, she told the story of a young girl who received a comfort blanket after being taken from her parents and sent to children's services. Allison received $620 at the event and an additional $1,000 from CFMV to make comfort blankets for foster children. Each runner up received $250 for their project.

COME WORK WITH US! CFMV is looking for a Donor Services Associate

Position Title: Donor Services Associate Work Schedule: Full-time with occasional evening or weekend work required. Reports to the Director of Donor Services and Supporting Organizations Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent work experience Strong computer skills including MS Office The Donor Services Associate is responsible for providing excellent and efficient service for all donors and affiliates of the Community Foundation in support of the mission of the organization. This includes data management and reporting relating to grantmaking, gifts and fund tracking. See the full posting below for additional information and instructions on applying. Job Posting: Donor Services Associate

Grant and scholarship info Deadlines and grant awards announced

< Looking for grant funding? Grant deadlines for 2019 are below with more details about each on the Apply for a Grant page of our website. CFMV general grant and First Place Community Fund: Feb. 1, June 1, Oct. 1 Young Philanthropist Fund: Feb. 1 International Institute Funds: June 1 Hospice Trust of Trumbull County: Oct. 1

< Need money for college?  Details on the 2019 scholarships administered by the Community Foundation, including submission deadlines and application forms are now available. Each scholarship has unique requirements, and applicants should review all opportunities closely before submission. Check out the Scholarship Listing for more information.

< Want to know what was funded? More than 120 projects received funding during the second half of 2018 through the Community Foundation and its three affiliated foundations. CFMV, the William Swanston Charitable Fund, Trumbull Memorial Health Foundation and Western Reserve Health Foundation together granted $1.6 million. A detailed list can be found on our website: Grant Awards

WELCOME TO THE FAMILY! Annoucing newly opened funds at the Community Foundation

The Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley is proud to announce the addition of several new funds since the last Community Matters e-newsletter. Each fund is established with a unique purpose, but all of them contribute to the betterment of the community where we live, learn work and play. Welcome to the CFMV family! THE LOVE LIFE FOUNDATION FUND Established July 9, 2018 Supports qualified charitable programs that encourage artistic expression in the community and promote the advancement of aspiring young artists. Donate to this fund here! THE LOVE LIFE FOUNDATION EVENT FUND Established July 9, 2018 Provides support for Love Life events and the Love Life Foundation Fund. Donate to this fund here!

THE ARNETT FAMILY FUND Established September 7, 2018 Supports qualified charitable programs and services generally within the arts and education, or benefitting the poor and underprivileged. Donate to this fund here! DENNIS AND LUANN ROSSI FAMILY FUND Established November 1, 2018 Provides funds or grants to support qualified charitable programs and services as advised by the fund's founders. Donate to this fund here! MAHONING COUNTY VETERANS HONOR COURT Established November 7, 2018 Supports the programs and activities of the Mahoning County Veterans Honor Court. Donate to this fund here!

 Want information on setting up a fund? Call or email us today!

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