Wisdom Keeper – FOCUS Greater Syracuse, Inc.

Wisdom Keeper celebrates community members who demonstrate exceptional leadership, continuous care, and a clear vision for the future of Central New York!

What is a Wisdom Keeper?

Chuckie Holstein shares the history of FOCUS’ Wisdom Keeper Celebration

Wisdom Keeper 2025

FOCUS Greater Syracuse, Inc. proudly recognized our 2025 Wisdom Keeper Honorees

Stephanie Crockett, President & CEO, Mower

Nancy Kern Eaton, President, United Way of Central New York

Wisdom Keeper 2025: Leading with Purpose and Values

Wisdom Keeper is a special celebration filled with optimism, enthusiasm, & sincere appreciation.

*Matt Read, Emcee of the 2025 Wisdom Keeper*

Wisdom Keeper is our signature fundraiser and celebration of community leadership!

In 2025 Wisdom Keeper was held at the Rosamond Gifford Zoo, a fresh and exciting setting for this beloved celebration! Wisdom Keeper is a lively, welcoming celebration where leaders, professionals, and community members from all walks of life come together to connect, converse, and be inspired!

Guests enjoyed a relaxed atmosphere with hors d’oeuvres, a cash bar, and plenty of opportunities to meet new people and reconnect with familiar faces. The highlight of the evening was honoring our 2025 Wisdom Keeper Honorees, extraordinary individuals whose leadership, care, and vision continue to shape Central New York’s future.

Matt Read of Spatchcock Funk, served as Emcee and brought his signature energy to the room, as we honored our Wisdom Keeper Honorees and celebrated leadership that exemplifies purpose and values!