Youngstown Fdn General
Youngstown Fdn General is a public charity based in Youngstown, Ohio. Established in 1918, it provides grants to charitable, scientific, and educational institutions serving Youngstown and its vicinity, including Mahoning and Trumbull counties.
Youngstown Fdn General at a glance
In short: Youngstown Fdn General gave $4.8M across 1 grant in 2024 (avg $4.8M), mostly in Pennsylvania. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $4,827,951
- +20.7% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 1
- +0.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $4,827,951
- +20.7% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $4,827,951
- Total assets
- $152,450,648
- +9.0% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Pennsylvania (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Youngstown Fdn General
- How to Apply
The foundation’s website describes a process that begins with reviewing eligibility and funding priorities, followed by an optional informational meeting, an organizational profile in the online portal, a full…
The foundation’s website describes a process that begins with reviewing eligibility and funding priorities, followed by an optional informational meeting, an organizational profile in the online portal, a full application, and a site visit. Required attachments include a budget form, organizational chart, most recent audited financial statements, and current board list. Approved applicants receive an electronic grant agreement and submit reports through the portal. The website welcomes applications and inquiries from eligible organizations.
- Review Cycle
- The distribution committee considers proposals submitted by January 15, April 15, July 15, and October 15, with decisions in March, June, September, and December.
- Deadline
- The distribution committee considers proposals submitted by January 15, April 15, July 15, and October 15, with…
- Contact
Mailing address: 100 Federal Plaza East Suite 101, Youngstown, OH 44503
Phone: (412) 995-1769
Website: https://youngstownfoundation.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Open Grants
6 open opportunities from Youngstown Fdn General
Crisis Assistance Program Grants
Youngstown Fdn General
Amount
Up to US $5,000
Deadline
Deadline not published
The Youngstown Foundation Grant
Youngstown Fdn General
Amount
Up to US $4,999
Deadline
Deadline not published
Youngstown Foundation: Capital Investment Grants
Youngstown Fdn General
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Deadline not published
Who Youngstown Fdn General funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Grant Size Distribution
196 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 132 grants of 196 (67%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation serves Youngstown and vicinity, particularly Mahoning and Trumbull counties. Program grants must serve residents of Mahoning and/or Trumbull counties, and capital projects involving physical spaces must be located in one or both counties.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of the 2024 grant dollars on its one itemized grant.
Cities
How Youngstown Fdn General gives
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (−1%). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990 filings. Methodology.
Giving History
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.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| See Attached Statement Pittsburgh, PA | — | $4,827,951 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $152,450,648 | $4,612,532 | $6,250,216 | $4,827,951 | 1 | $2,545,987 |
| 2023 | $139,827,388 | $3,395,411 | $5,541,978 | $3,998,652 | 1 | $2,199,756 |
| 2022 | $124,452,274 | $-1,557,459 | $6,508,495 | $5,114,052 | 1 | $-1,887,361 |
| 2021 | $152,598,789 | $13,572,418 | $6,055,423 | $4,872,582 | 90 | $10,992,544 |
| 2020 | $136,435,839 | $3,421,643 | $6,831,490 | $5,580,910 | 103 | $1,244,564 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s stated 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 its vicinity. Its website lists ten grantmaking areas: 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 welcomes applications from local tax-exempt 501(c)(3) public charities serving Youngstown and vicinity. Its 2024 filing describes a program as “Youngstown State University Office of Fin Aid and Scholarship.”
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, and reports that all grant dollars went to Pennsylvania. The filing’s program description identifies the Youngstown State University Office of Financial Aid and Scholarship, but does not identify the recipient in the itemized grant entry.
The website describes program grants for defined projects, operational grants for an organization’s overall activities, and capital investment grants for physical-space projects in Mahoning or Trumbull counties. Its Emergency Grant Program provides up to $5,000 for qualified agencies’ essential direct services; the website says completed applications are typically processed within 48 hours and approved requests funded within four business days. The Williamson Fund’s Support Fund Grants offer small to midsize local charities a matching grant for individual contributions, with support valued at $5,000.
Deadline: The distribution committee considers proposals submitted by January 15, April 15, July 15, and October 15, with decisions in March, June, September, and December.
The website says it generally does not fund film, video, radio, or television projects; endowments, debt reduction, or budget deficits; political projects; religious organizations for religious purposes; grants or loans to individuals; short-term events; travel; or sabbatical leaves and scholarly research. It reviews one grant application per agency per calendar year.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Lynnette H. Forde as president; Martha L. Bushey as chairman; Theodore M. Schmidt, Rona Curtis, Samuel Amendolara, Rebecca Davis, and Garry Mrozek as members of the distribution committee; and PNC Bank NA as trustee.
Youngstown Fdn General is led by Lynnette H. Forde, President on every filing since 2020; 2 of 8 officers listed in 2024 are 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
PNC Bank NA
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$621K (2020) → $753K (2024)
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 $753K, to PNC Bank NA (Trustee). 2 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
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. 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. Its revenue that year was $4.6M.
What does Youngstown Fdn General fund?
The foundation’s stated 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 its vicinity. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Youngstown Fdn General?
The foundation’s website describes a process that begins with reviewing eligibility and funding priorities, followed by an optional informational meeting, an organizational profile in the online portal, a full… 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 grants must serve residents of Mahoning and/or Trumbull counties, and capital projects involving physical spaces must be located in one or both counties.
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.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
Data update history
(3)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS November 15, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 15, 2022)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
Live grants for the work Youngstown Fdn General funds
Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Open opportunities, soonest deadline first.
- Nixa Affiliate Grantmaking Program Up to US $10,000 · Due October 19, 2026
- Community and School Grants $28,000 total pool; 10-15 grants expected · Due October 19, 2026
- Mary Pinola/Crescenta Valley Chamber Education Fund $500 - $5,000 for ongoing programs; up to $15,000 for Strategic Initiative Grants · Due October 19, 2026
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