Youngstown Fdn General
The Youngstown Foundation General is a community foundation based in Youngstown, Ohio, established in 1918. Operating as a 501(c)(3) organization, it provides financial assistance through grants to charitable, scientific, and educational institutions that promote mental, moral, and physical well-being for residents of Youngstown and the surrounding area.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$152.5M
+9.0% YoY
Annual Giving
$4.8M
+20.7% YoY
Grant Count
1
+0.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$4.8M
+20.7% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation supports charitable, scientific, and educational institutions focused on promoting mental, moral, and physical well-being in Youngstown and vicinity. Program areas include potential development initiatives and support for Youngstown State University.
Grantmaking
The foundation is an active grantmaker with recent grant activity demonstrating substantial annual giving. Recent grant approvals include $1.8 million, $500,000+, $450,000+, and $1.2 million in grants across various funding cycles. The foundation receives grants from other foundations and philanthropic sources to support its grantmaking activities.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation primarily serves Youngstown, Ohio and the surrounding vicinity.
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2024:
- Total Assets: $152,450,600
- Total Revenue: $4,612,532
- Total Expenses: $6,250,216
- Net Income: -$1,637,684
As of 2023:
- Total Assets: $139,827,388
- Total Revenue: $3,395,411
- Total Expenses: $5,541,978
The foundation maintains a staff of 6 employees.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $152,450,648 | $139,827,388 | $124,452,274 |
| Revenue | $4,612,532 | $3,395,411 | $-1,557,459 |
| Expenses | $6,250,216 | $5,541,978 | $6,508,495 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $2,545,987 | $2,199,756 | $-1,887,361 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 1 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
103 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
6 open opportunities from Youngstown Fdn General
Crisis Assistance Program Grants
YOUNGSTOWN FDN GENERAL
Amount
Up to US $5,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
The Youngstown Foundation Grant
YOUNGSTOWN FDN GENERAL
Amount
Up to US $4,999
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Youngstown Foundation: Capital Investment Grants
YOUNGSTOWN FDN GENERAL
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include See Attached Statement ($4,827,951).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| SEE ATTACHED STATEMENT PITTSBURGH, PA | — | $4,827,951 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| LYNNETTE H FORDE | PRESIDENT | 30 | $128,104 |
| MARTHA L BUSHEY | CHAIRMAN | 1 | — |
| THEODORE M SCHMIDT | DISTRIBUTION COMMITTEE | 1 | — |
| RONA CURTIS | DISTRIBUTION COMMITTEE | 1 | — |
| SAMUEL AMENDOLARA | DISTRIBUTION COMMITTEE | 1 | — |
| REBECCA DAVIS | DISTRIBUTION COMMITTEE | 1 | — |
| GARRY MROZEK | DISTRIBUTION COMMITTEE | 1 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The Youngstown Foundation General has announced multiple rounds of grant approvals in recent periods, including $1.8 million in grants, $500,000+ in new grants, and $450,000+ in grants across different funding cycles. The foundation continues to actively distribute funds to support its mission in the community.
The Youngstown Foundation - Youngstown Foundation Approves $1.8 Million inSubject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Youngstown Fdn General fund?
The foundation supports charitable, scientific, and educational institutions focused on promoting mental, moral, and physical well-being in Youngstown and vicinity. Program areas include potential development initiatives and support for Youngstown State University.
How do I apply for a grant from Youngstown Fdn General?
The foundation is an active grantmaker with recent grant activity demonstrating substantial annual giving. Recent grant approvals include $1.8 million, $500,000+, $450,000+, and $1.2 million in grants across various funding cycles. The foundation receives grants from other foundations and philanthropic sources to support its grantmaking activities.
Where does Youngstown Fdn General make grants?
The foundation primarily serves Youngstown, Ohio and the surrounding vicinity.
What size grants does Youngstown Fdn General award?
In 2024, Youngstown Fdn General awarded 1 grants totaling $4.8M — an average of about $4.8M per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Youngstown Fdn General's EIN?
Youngstown Fdn General's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 34-6515788. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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