The Mark Vincent Pelini Foundation Story
- Awarded ten scholarships to graduating seniors in the Mahoning Valley with plans to award six annually in the future.
- Provided recurring support to the Youngstown Boys & Girls Club Chapter.
- Awarded a cadet scholarship to the Youngstown Police Academy, and will continue to do so annually.
- Provided financial support to St. Dominic’s, Mark’s home parish.
- Sponsored a robotics project that allows high schools in Northeast Ohio to partner with industry mentors in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics.
- Donated to the Team Jack Foundation, which raises money to fund impactful childhood brain cancer research and works to create national awareness for the disease.
- Provided monetary assistance to St. Joseph the Provider School to assist in the Catholic education of Youngstown youth.
- Provided financial support to Cardinal Mooney athletics.
2024 Event
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2024 Event
- Mission
The Mark Vincent Pelini Foundation is made up of a committed group of family, friends, and volunteers dedicated to raising funds to support educational scholarships and programs, athletic programs, and community-driven initiatives as a way to honor the memory of Mark Pelini.
- Vision
The Mark Vincent Pelini Foundation as a pillar of strength in our community and beyond, with the resources to enrich the lives of others through scholarship, education, service, and resources.
- Value Add
The Mark Vincent Pelini Foundation will unite partners, leaders, and individuals of our community in a combined effort to empower lives.
- Goals
In its inaugural year, the MVP Foundation will award scholarships to graduates from Mark’s alma mater, Cardinal Mooney High School. In the future, the Mark Vincent Pelini Foundation plans to extend it’s reach by supporting various community initiatives.
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2024 MVP Foundation Celebration
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November
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Waypoint 4180
Westford Place, Canfield, Ohio - 6:00pm-11:00pm
- Featuring Cleveland Keys Dueling Pianos
- Snappy Casual
- Snappy Casual
Last day to purchase tickets is October 18th!