12-04-2025
Fundraiser helps local families cover medical bills
CANFIELD, Ohio (WKBN) — The 13th annual Wine for Hope fundraiser brought a packed crowd to Waypoint 4180 in Canfield.
The event, hosted by the Hope Foundation of the Mahoning Valley, raises money to help local kids and their families cover medical expenses. First News morning anchor Josh Frketic served as the master of ceremonies.
'We've been very fortunate of these individuals that just give back. People just keep giving back that don't really want the recognition but they do it because of the kindness of their hearts, for families and children and just in general the community itself,' said founder Anthony Spano.
Each year, the foundation honors someone making a difference in the community with the Lifetime Achievement Award. This year's winner was Bernadette Bilick.
The Hope Foundation is already planning for the future. The group will celebrate 20 years in 2027.
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