About Us

Our Story

Mission

The United Way of Youngstown and the Mahoning Valley will create positive change by collaborating with partners to educate and empower children and families in the Mahoning Valley.

Vision

United Way will be recognized for measurable impact, systemic change, changing lives, and be the top nonprofit of choice among donors.

History

The United Way of Youngstown and the Mahoning Valley was founded in 1919, and remains a vital resource in the community that has helped to improve the quality of life for thousands of individuals in the community. Read More

TEAM

  • President

    BOB HANNON

    "Our United Way is dedicated to making an impact in our Valley. I am proud of our team and their passion to make positive change for those who need us most. I'm honored to be the President of this prestigious organization with deep roots in our community. " - Bob Hannon
    Email Bob at [email protected]

  • Director of Resource Development

    TINA CHANCE

    "It is such a rewarding feeling to be part of an organization that is working to better our children and families. United Way makes you feel like you are part of something much bigger than yourself and that you are truly doing something good." - Tina Chance
    Email Tina at [email protected]

  • Vice President

    ROXANN SEBEST

    "Working for United Way allows me to tell the stories of all the families and students we serve. We are so lucky to interact with such amazing people on a daily basis. We have an amazing staff that is truly dedicated to making an impact in our Valley." - Roxann Sebest
    Email Roxann at [email protected]

  • AFL-CIO Community Liaison

    BILLY KEEL

    "Our United Way has a great team that I am proud to be a part of." - Billy Keel
    Email Billy at [email protected]

  • Community Impact Manager

    GRIMILDA OCASIO-SANTIAGO

    Email Grimilda at [email protected]

  • Director of Early Learning

    KIELLY RAPP

    Email Kielly at [email protected]

  • Community Impact Manager

    JESSICA ANTHONY

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  • Community Impact Manager

    TAYLOR TURNER

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  • Marketing Coordinator

    MAKAYLA PAPPAS

    Email Makayla at [email protected]

  • Database Coordinator

    LAURA TERRY