The Persayus Way Project

05/22/2026

A huge thank you to the amazing Board of Directors and leadership team of The Persayus Way Project. None of our success would be possible without the dedication, teamwork, and passion each of you brings to this organization every single day.

Chief Executive Officer — Million Perry Phifer
Leading the vision, growth, and mission of the organization.

Community Outreach Director — Rosa Baker Shaw
Connecting families and communities with resources and support.

Assistant Director — Queen Lewis
Helping oversee operations and organizational development.

Chief of Staff — Christina May-Davis
Keeping communication, planning, and leadership organized.

Beautification & Youth Program Director — Austin Olinik
Leading youth programs and community beautification efforts.

Restorative Justice Director — Sonya Lenoir
Promoting healing, accountability, and violence prevention.

Finance Director — Cleveland Gruber
Managing financial accountability and organizational stability.

Event Coordinator & Specialist — Lisette Encarnacion
Organizing events and creating meaningful community engagement.

We operate as one team, one family, and one mission. Thank you all for helping make a difference in our community every day.

05/22/2026

05/21/2026

Today, we would like to give a heartfelt thank you to the Mahoning County Commissioners and the dedicated Board Members of The Persayus Way Project. Receiving this recognition today meant more than words can explain. It was more than an award it was a reminder that the hard work, sacrifices, and love we pour into our community are being seen and appreciated. This moment gave us even more motivation to keep pushing forward. The sky is the limit, and we will continue creating programs, opportunities, and resources that truly help our community and positively impact lives for generations to come. We are only getting started. Stay tuned for more events, programs, outreach, and positive change coming this summer and for many years ahead.

Chief executive officer :Million Perry Phifer

Community Outreach Director:Rosa Baker Shaw

Assistant Director: Queen Lewis

Chief Of Staff : Christina May-Davis

Beautification & youth program Director : Austin Olinik

Restorative justice director: Sonya Lenoir

Finance Director: Cleveland Gruber 

Event coordinator & specialist: Lisette Encarnacion

The Persayus Way Project “Turning Pain Into Purpose, One Community at a Time.”

05/21/2026

Good morning Youngstown 💙

Just a reminder that today at 9:45 AM, The Persayus Way Project will be receiving a Proclamation Award from the Mahoning County Commissioner’s Office.

We would love for community members, family, and friends to come support and celebrate this special moment with us.

📍120 Market St.
Basement of Mahoning County Court of Common Pleas

Thank you, Youngstown, for continuing to support our mission and believe in the work we do for the community

Mahoning County Commissioners, Ohio

05/19/2026

05/19/2026

PUBLIC NOTICE
The Persayus Way Project Board of Directors hereby announces the following scheduled board meetings for 2026:

• May 22, 2026 – Meeting begins promptly at 5:00 PM
• June 2, 2026 – Main Library – 5:30 PM
• June 30, 2026 – 5:30 PM
• July 7, 2026 – 6:00 PM
• July 28, 2026 – 6:00 PM

These meetings are held to discuss organizational business, community programs, youth initiatives, operations, and upcoming projects of The Persayus Way Project. Board members are expected to attend all scheduled meetings unless proper notice is provided in advance.

Thank you for supporting The Persayus Way Project and our continued mission to serve the community.

05/11/2026

Community Support ‼️☺️

05/09/2026

May the memory of Donnamalay "Doll" Davis remain eternal.