Wean Foundation Awards $2.4M to Four Groups

Grants support community revitalization, economic opportunity, and public and civic sector leadership in the Mahoning Valley.

Mar. 22, 2026 at 4:00am

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The Raymond John Wean Foundation board of directors approved $2.4 million in grants to four organizations to support initiatives in the Mahoning Valley region. The grants will fund community development, small business support, workforce training, and affordable housing programs.

Why it matters

The Wean Foundation's investments aim to address long-standing capacity gaps and advance equitable growth in the Mahoning Valley, which has faced economic challenges in recent decades. By supporting organizations working on the ground, the foundation is helping to strengthen community-based efforts and drive sustainable revitalization.

The details

The four grant recipients are: Bridgeway Capital, a Pittsburgh-based community development financial institution (CDFI) expanding its operations in the Mahoning Valley; Economic Action Group, which provides small business and talent development programs; Trumbull Neighborhood Partnership, focused on improving quality of life in Warren neighborhoods; and Youngstown Neighborhood Development Corp., dedicated to affordable housing and neighborhood revitalization in Youngstown.

  • The Wean Foundation board approved the $2.4 million in grants at its March 2026 meeting.
  • Bridgeway Capital opened a Mahoning Valley office two years ago.
  • Last year marked the first year Trumbull Neighborhood Partnership ventured into new home construction.

The players

Raymond John Wean Foundation

A philanthropic organization that supports community revitalization, economic opportunity, and public and civic sector leadership in the Mahoning Valley region.

Bridgeway Capital

A Pittsburgh-based community development financial institution (CDFI) that seeks to combat injustices and advance opportunities by building small-business and nonprofit capacity, investing capital in low-income areas, and supporting underserved entrepreneurs.

Economic Action Group (EAG)

A nonprofit organization founded in 2013 that bridges grassroots efforts and anchor institutions to address long-standing capacity gaps in regional revitalization.

Trumbull Neighborhood Partnership (TNP)

A nonprofit organization whose mission is to empower residents through programming and projects that improve the quality of life in Warren neighborhoods.

Youngstown Neighborhood Development Corp. (YNDC)

A community development organization dedicated to stabilizing neighborhoods, expanding access to quality affordable housing, and advancing resident-centered revitalization in the city of Youngstown.

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The takeaway

The Wean Foundation's strategic investments in community-based organizations are aimed at driving sustainable revitalization and addressing long-standing inequities in the Mahoning Valley region. By supporting initiatives focused on small business development, affordable housing, and resident empowerment, the foundation is helping to build a more inclusive and resilient local economy.