Youngstown CityScape honored Youngstown State University alumni at a grassroots gala event Thursday evening.

The gala celebrates people, groups and business owners who have made a significant commitment to revitalizing the city. That's why each spring you'll see volunteers pulling weeds and planting flowers to make Youngstown more inviting.

Youngstown CityScape Executive Director, Sharon Letson tells 21 News that YSU alumni have been "at the backbone" of this event each year.

"Really at the backbone of this event every year has been this contingent of alumni from Youngstown State who have been a strong and steady part of our group and our planting," Letson said.

You can join the volunteers at the 2022 Youngstown CityScape on June 4. Volunteers will be planting flowers, pulling weeds and beautifying the city's gateways and downtown.