Bishop David J. Bonnar to appoint Joanie Lewis as Director of Mission and Advancement

Bishop David J. Bonnar has appointed Joanie Lewis as the first Director of Mission and Advancement for the Diocese of Youngstown, effective April 2027.

Lewis previously served 28 years as an appeals and campaigns account executive for Our Sunday Visitor. Her work there involved consulting on the Diocesan Annual Appeal, church fundraising, and offertory programs.

In her new role, Lewis will manage capital campaigns, planned giving, and increased offertory programs. She will also oversee the Catholic Diocese of Youngstown Foundation and work with diocesan schools and parishes to cultivate a culture of giving.

Lewis is a member of Holy Family Parish in Poland. She studied business management at Youngstown State University and graduated from Cardinal Mooney High School.