Back in 2009, the Mahoning Valley's Network of 1,180 nonpofits was worth nearly $4 billion. These nonprofit organizations award funds to various charitable causes that range from hospitals and public libraries to scholarships.
A review of these nonprofits showed that according to those who operate several generous foundations of the Valley, charities lack transparency; foundations often are negletcted by out-of-town backs; and that, foundations are oftentimes created as a result of heartbreaking events.
A customized collection of grant news from foundations and the federal government from around the Web.
Three social enterprises were recognized at the 2013 President’s Challenge Social Enterprise Award for their major contributions to society. SATA CommHealth and Bliss Restaurant landed Social Enterprise of the Year titles, while Bettr Barista Coffee Academy bagged the award for Social Enterprise Start-up of the Year.