Youngstown Fdn General
YOUNGSTOWN FDN GENERAL is a public charity based in Youngstown, Ohio, formed in 1918. The Youngstown Foundation provides grants to charitable, scientific, and educational institutions serving Youngstown and nearby communities.
Key facts about Youngstown Fdn General
In short: Youngstown Fdn General gave $4.8M across 1 grant in 2024 (avg $4.8M), mostly in Pennsylvania. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990 filing.
- EIN
- 34-6515788
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990 filing, 2024
- Annual giving (2024)
- $4,827,951
- Grants made (2024)
- 1
- Average grant
- $4,827,951
- Median grant
- $4,827,951
- Total assets
- $152,450,648
- Primary geography
- Pennsylvania (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- Yes
- How to apply
- The Foundation welcomes applications and inquiries from eligible local nonprofits and accepts unsolicited requests. Full details ↓
- Deadline
- Applications are due January 15, April 15, July 15, and October 15.
Data from IRS Form 990 filing, 2024; updated September 2026. Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990 filing · 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
How Youngstown Fdn General gives
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (−1%). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990 filings. Methodology.
Mission & Focus Areas
The Foundation’s mission is to provide financial assistance to charitable, scientific, and educational institutions that promote the mental, moral, and physical well-being of people in Youngstown and vicinity. Its stated program areas include animal welfare; arts and culture; community and economic development; education and youth development; environment and universal design; health and healthcare; scholarships; seniors; social and family services; and women.
The Foundation’s 2024 filing describes a program related to the Youngstown State University Office of Financial Aid and Scholarship. The filing also says that the governing body reviews information from grant recipients about how funds were used and may request additional documentation.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2024, the Foundation reported one grant totaling $4,827,951. The filing lists the recipient as “SEE ATTACHED STATEMENT” in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; this was the sole reported grant, so the smallest, largest, and median grant were each $4,827,951. The filing shows 100% of grant dollars going to recipients in Pennsylvania. It does not identify the recipient by name in the provided information.
Review Cycle
Applications are due January 15, April 15, July 15, and October 15. Decisions are made in March, June, September, and December. Emergency grant applications are typically processed within 48 hours of receipt.
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
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The Foundation serves Youngstown and vicinity, particularly Mahoning and Trumbull counties. Program grant funds must serve residents of one or both counties, and capital projects must be located in one or both counties. Its eligibility guidance prioritizes local organizations or local offices serving people in the area.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of all 1 itemized 2024 grant dollars.
Cities
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $4.0M (2023) to $5.6M (2020). In 2024 it made 1 grant totaling $4.8M.
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 1 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was See Attached Statement ($4.8M).
Grant Size Distribution
196 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 132 grants of 196 (67%).
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| See Attached Statement Pittsburgh, PA | — | $4,827,951 |
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $152,450,648 | $4,612,532 | $6,250,216 | $4,827,951 |
| 2023 | $139,827,388 | $3,395,411 | $5,541,978 | $3,998,652 |
| 2022 | $124,452,274 | -$1,557,459 | $6,508,495 | $5,114,052 |
| 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 | — | — | — |
Data update history
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Lynnette H. Forde as president and Martha L. Bushey as chairman. It lists Theodore M. Schmidt, Rona Curtis, Samuel Amendolara, Rebecca Davis, and Garry Mrozek as members of the distribution committee.
Youngstown Fdn General is led by Lynnette H. Forde, President on every filing since 2020; 1 of 7 officers listed in 2024 is compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Lynnette H. Forde
President
On filings since 2020
30 hrs/week
$9K (2020) → $128K (2024)
Martha L. Bushey
Chairman
Distribution Committee → Chairman, 2022
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Theodore M. Schmidt
Distribution Committee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Garry Mrozek
Distribution Committee
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Rebecca Davis
Distribution Committee
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Rona Curtis
Distribution Committee
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Samuel Amendolara
Distribution Committee
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (5)
- Former: David M. Toepfer (2020–2022) — Vice Chair
- Former: Eugenia C. Atkinson (2020–2021) — Chair
- Former: James P. Tressel (2020–2021) — Distribution Committee
- Former: Jeanne Mosure (2020–2021) — Distribution Committee
- Former: Janice E. Strasfeld (2020) — Executive Director & Secretary
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $128K, to Lynnette H Forde (President).
Contact
Mailing address: 100 Federal Plaza East Suite 101, Youngstown, OH 44503
Phone: (412) 995-1769
Website: https://youngstownfoundation.org
Frequently asked questions about Youngstown Fdn General
How much does Youngstown Fdn General give each year?
Youngstown Fdn General gave $4.8M across 1 grant in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990 filing. In 2023 it gave $4.0M across 1 grant.
How large is Youngstown Fdn General?
Youngstown Fdn General reported $152.5M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990 filing. Its revenue that year was $4.6M.
What does Youngstown Fdn General fund?
The Foundation’s mission is to provide financial assistance to charitable, scientific, and educational institutions that promote the mental, moral, and physical well-being of people in Youngstown and vicinity. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Youngstown Fdn General?
The Foundation welcomes applications and inquiries from eligible local nonprofits and accepts unsolicited requests. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
Where does Youngstown Fdn General make grants?
The Foundation serves Youngstown and vicinity, particularly Mahoning and Trumbull counties. Program grant funds must serve residents of one or both counties, and capital projects must be located in one or both counties. Its eligibility guidance prioritizes local organizations or local offices serving people in the area.
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.
Does Youngstown Fdn General accept unsolicited proposals?
Yes, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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