Fundraising

On an annual basis, YHSC provides over $650,000.00 of un-reimbursed service to children and adults needing treatment for communication disorders. To meet this need, YHSC conducts various fund raising activities, supported by our community. These activities are extremely important and allow YHSC to provide service to those without the ability to pay, as well as supporting working families needing assistance.

Great Communicators Event

The Youngstown Hearing & Speech Center is noted for its Great Communicators Dinner. The Great Communicators Award recognizes individuals who have demonstrated leadership and a philanthropic commitment to the community. The May Vetterle Award recognizes individuals who have overcome a hearing or speech disorder or have benefited from services at YHSC.

Past Great Communicators Recipients Include:

1. Warren P. Williamson, Jr. – 1993
2. Clarence R. Smith, Jr. – 1994
3. The Honorable Peter C. Economus – 1995
4. F. W. & Connie Knecht – 1996
5. Dr. Les & Dr. Lin Cochran – 1997
6. Donald B. McKay – 1998
7. The Paula & Anthony Rich Center – 1999
8. Robert & Marilyn Wagmiller – 2000
9. The Beecher & Flad Families -  2001
10. Herman Maas – 2002
11. The Four Square Club – 2003
12. Dr. David & Patricia Sweet – 2004
13. The Gasser Family – 2005
14. The Honorable Jay Williams - 2006
15. Helen Stambaugh - 2007
16. Denise & John York - 2008

Past May Vetterle Recipients are:

                        Susan Thomas – 2002

                        Irene Tunanidas – 2003

                        Effie (Krinos) Hordiewich – 2004

                        Jack & Betty Holt – 2005

                        Cutrone Family - 2006                                                                   

                       Kenneth Bledsoe - 2007

                       Donna Zuga & Gary Cohen - 2008

If you know someone you feel is deserving of either these awards, please send their name to the attention of cjenkins@yohsc.com

Annual Appeal

In December, YHSC conducts an Annual Appeal to prospective donors, including staff, and our Board of Directors. The donations received from the Annual Appeal are used for supporting the current programs at YHSC.

If you would like additional information on our Annual Appeal, please contact Crissi Jenkins at: cjenkins@yohsc.com

Fundraising Events

Throughout the year, YHSC is the recipient of proceeds from various community events. The Center also conducts fundraising events. You can check our calendar of events for our current and future fundraising events.