Inspired by Youngstown's grit, these California guys borrow its name

YOUNGSTOWN — At Lien Forward Ohio, work gloves are a symbol, representing both Youngstown’s blue-collar past and present efforts to rebuild and revitalize the community.

Lien Forward Ohio Community Foundation has begun a fund raiser by selling work gloves. These aren’t just any gloves; the foundation is now a vendor of Youngstown Glove Co. products, a California-based company that took the city’s name out of respect for its manufacturing history and work ethic.

"We were inspired by Youngstown, Ohio," said sales director Max Hackett. "We wanted a name that to us represents hard work, toughness, America and Midwestern values."

"None of us have ties to Youngstown...we did a lot of research on your town and we were very impressed," Hackett said.

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