FOCUS Greater Syracuse, Inc.

FOCUS Greater Syracuse, Inc., in partnership with The Gifford Foundation, is excited to host a free, HYBRID forum on Friday, September 22.

The forum will provide information on Youth Violence in the City of Syracuse and the impact it has on everyone. It will focus on solutions, what is currently being done, and what needs to be done. Panelists will challenge participants on what more we can do as a community to help address violence among our youth and young adults.

Wisdom Keeper

August 30, 2023

Reserve Your Tickets Today for a special occasion filled with optimism, enthusiasm, & sincere appreciation.

Wisdom Keeper is FOCUS’ annual fundraiser! Each year, FOCUS celebrates the efforts of a growing list of Wisdom Keepers.

These individuals demonstrate exceptional leadership, continual caring, and understanding of the importance of vision for the future of Central New York!

FOCUS Greater Syracuse, Inc.

Celebrating 25 Years of FOCUS Greater Syracuse, Inc.

July 12, 2023

FOCUS Greater Syracuse, Inc. is proud to celebrate 25 Years of service to the CNY community!

Wisdom Keeper

Stan Linhorst

July 12, 2023

Stan Linhorst retired from Syracuse.com/The Post-Standard in September 2017. He continued to do the column “Conversations on Leadership” until May of this year. Starting in February 2014, his column told the stories and shared the wisdom of more than 450 leaders in Central New York, including Mary Nelson and several other Wisdom Keepers. Linhorst became […]

Wisdom Keeper

Mary Nelson

July 12, 2023

Humanitarian Mary Nelson embodies the spirit of giving to others, many calling her “a true vessel of God.” She is committed to empowering and inspiring others to give back as well. In her hometown (Syracuse, NY), she is the founder of the Annual Youth Day BBQ, and President/CEO of The Mary Nelson Youth Center, a […]

FOCUS Forums

A Conversation With Mayor Walsh

July 11, 2023

Video Now Available FOCUS Greater Syracuse, Inc. is excited to host Mayor Ben Walsh for a free, virtual forum, on July 28, 2023 at 12:05 p.m. to cover the Syracuse city budget, which went into effect with the new fiscal year on July 1, 2023 VIDEO NOW AVAILABLE

Citizens Academy

June 21, 2023

The Citizens Academy is an interactive educational program that informs citizens about how local governments are organized, and how services are funded/delivered. It is a place to learn about citizen involvement through an integrated approach to economic vitality, social equity, and a healthy environment.

FOCUS Forums

Exploring Tomorrow’s Transit

June 9, 2023

In June, FOCUS Greater Syracuse, Inc. hosted a free, virtual forum to explore the future of tomorrow’s transportation. VIDEO NOW AVAILABLE

FOCUS Forums

Learn About Your Right to Fair Housing

May 9, 2023

In May, FOCUS Greater Syracuse, Inc. hosted a free, virtual forum to educate the community about their fair housing rights. VIDEO NOW AVAILABLE

FOCUS Forums

Syracuse STEAM School: A Collaborative Approach to Education

March 7, 2023

In March, FOCUS Greater Syracuse, Inc. hosted a free, virtual forum to educate the community about the Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics school. VIDEO NOW AVAILABLE