Some people can be so negative that when left standing in a darkroom they develop!
That said, the DeBartolo Family Foundation does not merit the criticism leveled at them in their sincere attempts to be a blessing to students seeking higher education.
The Foundation has been very generous in awarding scholarships to students with a desire to further their education despite their extenuating circumstances.
These awards are from the proceeds raised from the annual fundraiser event. Students from every school district in this area are strongly encouraged to apply.
If you look at the awards since its inception, you will find the recipients from throughout the region have been extremely diverse in age, race, etc.
There is an independent committee comprised of community members with a longstanding history of uncompromised integrity which reviews all applications and makes the decision.
If you examine the scholarship awards from other organizations, the average amount is $1500. Larger awards are usually restricted to an institution that presented it from own internal funds.
That said, $7000 which can be used at any post-secondary school is tremendously generous. If you notice, many will attend YSU, Kent or a neighboring school. The impact of the award will certainly make an appreciable difference!
While you are challenging these humanitarians’ intent and commitment, there are several very grateful families expressing relief in knowing their child will be able to pursue their chosen career path.
The scholarships are made possible through the support of the annual Edward J. DeBartolo Memorial Scholarship Foundation Celebrity Dinner Auction.
The DeBartolo Family could have abandoned this area, yet choose to have a sustained presence in our valley. Their affinity for this valley is evident by the major support (often anonymously given) provided to underwrite projects that promote a better quality of life for all area residents.
I am honored and proud to consider them valley treasures. While many seldom put their money where their mouth is, the DeBartolo Family continues to put their money where their HEART is!
The community continues to feed on its self and wonders why it is malnourished!
Instead of being critical, consider supporting their efforts and attend the annual Celebrity Auction (it is an AWESOME EVENT) or establish your own scholarship to help meet the needs.
Bless you Stan! My life has been greatly enriched by adoption!
I have been in a loving relationship with my wife nearing 30 years. I am gratefful to my mother & father in law who opened thier home and hearts for her.
Since that time we have done the same several times. All of my, both natural and supernatural children have indeed been a blessing.
Furthermore they have enjoyed the benifit of being raised and nutured by the same mother and father.
Our supernatural son is now an adult living independently and is contributing to society. Our supernatural daughter is in high school and is gifted in so many areas.
BTW- did I mention my wife is an honors studnet at YSU working on yet another degree?
What do I attribute these success stories to? Your observation- young souls need and even desire the guidance of stable families.
Thanks Stan for your forward and postive contribution to this discussion!
I agree with censoredship's observation that we can find priority for other causes, we need to acknowledge and address the issues affecting our neighborhoods.
@ UnionForever please do not rush to assume that the savages that did this crime will conform to your imagery.Many assumed the serial criminals of the real estate agents were black Youngstown residents of which they were neither.
I also believe we must be hard on criminals and those that support them- like drug users/buyers as opposed to slap on wrists or treatment for the 5th time.
God bless the entire DeBartlo- York Family and the Corporation for their ongoing commitment and living out their values in such a demonstrative way. Our valley is a better place because of folks like them. May God bless the scholars and may they pay it forward in the near future!
The Coroner made some missteps in this tragic incident. Hopefully, he will reconsider his policy and use the hindsight of this incident to avoid "absolute thinking"
BTW, once the bodies are taken to the morgue, they are held until he authorizes the release, meaning even the funeral home of choice is not able to assume responsibility for preparation.
Yet, the real tragedy was displayed during the TV interview revealing the Coroner's insensitivity when it was suggested he consider an apology to the families.
The lack of compassion is contrary to the expected bedside manner of a medical professional.
While he may have performed his job within legal mandates & requirements, I would hope in the future he would weigh the letter of the law against the spirit of the law.
"Marsico said that if the union takes concessions, he’ll take a comparable concession, but he wants to make sure any salary giveback he provides goes to the engineer’s department, not some other county fund. Marsico, 75, also said he sees nothing wrong with triple-dipping. “I’ve worked 60 years, and those are all benefits that were earned prior to becoming county engineer” in 1997, he said."
It makes a difficult argument to support the sales tax when the arrogance of elected officials such as this in the face of a declining economy feels ENTITLED.
Let's look at that more closely, if he's 75 that means he has been working since age 15. Clearly a teen, 60 years ago, did not contribute to this system. Otherwise we would have more senior citizens enjoying a greater quality of life.
His argument that he does not want it to go into some other county fund is saying what about the county and accountability?
Shame on Marisco for not seeing anything wrong with triple dipping, especially when the senimtent that double dipping is a questioning practice for those who are affluent and with means.
however he was not paying into the system at that time and some of his benefits must be a result of his current work history.
DeBartolo Foundation awards $56,000 to 8 Valley students
Some people can be so negative that when left standing in a darkroom they develop!
That said, the DeBartolo Family Foundation does not merit the criticism leveled at them in their sincere attempts to be a blessing to students seeking higher education.
The Foundation has been very generous in awarding scholarships to students with a desire to further their education despite their extenuating circumstances.
These awards are from the proceeds raised from the annual fundraiser event. Students from every school district in this area are strongly encouraged to apply.
If you look at the awards since its inception, you will find the recipients from throughout the region have been extremely diverse in age, race, etc.
There is an independent committee comprised of community members with a longstanding history of uncompromised integrity which reviews all applications and makes the decision.
If you examine the scholarship awards from other organizations, the average amount is $1500. Larger awards are usually restricted to an institution that presented it from own internal funds.
That said, $7000 which can be used at any post-secondary school is tremendously generous. If you notice, many will attend YSU, Kent or a neighboring school. The impact of the award will certainly make an appreciable difference!
While you are challenging these humanitarians’ intent and commitment, there are several very grateful families expressing relief in knowing their child will be able to pursue their chosen career path.
The scholarships are made possible through the support of the annual Edward J. DeBartolo Memorial Scholarship Foundation Celebrity Dinner Auction.
The DeBartolo Family could have abandoned this area, yet choose to have a sustained presence in our valley. Their affinity for this valley is evident by the major support (often anonymously given) provided to underwrite projects that promote a better quality of life for all area residents.
I am honored and proud to consider them valley treasures. While many seldom put their money where their mouth is, the DeBartolo Family continues to put their money where their HEART is!
The community continues to feed on its self and wonders why it is malnourished!
Instead of being critical, consider supporting their efforts and attend the annual Celebrity Auction (it is an AWESOME EVENT) or establish your own scholarship to help meet the needs.
May 18, 2013 at 10:10 p.m. permalink suggest removal
Conference aims to encourage adoption of black children
Bless you Stan! My life has been greatly enriched by adoption!
I have been in a loving relationship with my wife nearing 30 years. I am gratefful to my mother & father in law who opened thier home and hearts for her.
Since that time we have done the same several times. All of my, both natural and supernatural children have indeed been a blessing.
Furthermore they have enjoyed the benifit of being raised and nutured by the same mother and father.
Our supernatural son is now an adult living independently and is contributing to society. Our supernatural daughter is in high school and is gifted in so many areas.
BTW- did I mention my wife is an honors studnet at YSU working on yet another degree?
What do I attribute these success stories to? Your observation- young souls need and even desire the guidance of stable families.
Thanks Stan for your forward and postive contribution to this discussion!
October 6, 2011 at 4:13 p.m. permalink suggest removal
Youngstown fights back
I agree with censoredship's observation that we can find priority for other causes, we need to acknowledge and address the issues affecting our neighborhoods.
@ UnionForever please do not rush to assume that the savages that did this crime will conform to your imagery.Many assumed the serial criminals of the real estate agents were black Youngstown residents of which they were neither.
I also believe we must be hard on criminals and those that support them- like drug users/buyers as opposed to slap on wrists or treatment for the 5th time.
September 27, 2010 at 6:59 a.m. permalink suggest removal
DeBartolo scholarships presented to 8 seniors
God bless the entire DeBartlo- York Family and the Corporation for their ongoing commitment and living out their values in such a demonstrative way. Our valley is a better place because of folks like them. May God bless the scholars and may they pay it forward in the near future!
May 21, 2010 at 9:23 a.m. permalink suggest removal
Mahoning coroner opted not to go to scene of triple fatal auto accident
The Coroner made some missteps in this tragic incident. Hopefully, he will reconsider his policy and use the hindsight of this incident to avoid "absolute thinking"
BTW, once the bodies are taken to the morgue, they are held until he authorizes the release, meaning even the funeral home of choice is not able to assume responsibility for preparation.
Yet, the real tragedy was displayed during the TV interview revealing the Coroner's insensitivity when it was suggested he consider an apology to the families.
The lack of compassion is contrary to the expected bedside manner of a medical professional.
While he may have performed his job within legal mandates & requirements, I would hope in the future he would weigh the letter of the law against the spirit of the law.
April 27, 2010 at 4:20 a.m. permalink suggest removal
Engineer’s office, union at odds over 11 layoffs
"Marsico said that if the union takes concessions, he’ll take a comparable concession, but he wants to make sure any salary giveback he provides goes to the engineer’s department, not some other county fund. Marsico, 75, also said he sees nothing wrong with triple-dipping. “I’ve worked 60 years, and those are all benefits that were earned prior to becoming county engineer” in 1997, he said."
It makes a difficult argument to support the sales tax when the arrogance of elected officials such as this in the face of a declining economy feels ENTITLED.
Let's look at that more closely, if he's 75 that means he has been working since age 15. Clearly a teen, 60 years ago, did not contribute to this system. Otherwise we would have more senior citizens enjoying a greater quality of life.
His argument that he does not want it to go into some other county fund is saying what about the county and accountability?
Shame on Marisco for not seeing anything wrong with triple dipping, especially when the senimtent that double dipping is a questioning practice for those who are affluent and with means.
however he was not paying into the system at that time and some of his benefits must be a result of his current work history.
March 24, 2010 at 9:54 a.m. permalink suggest removal