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Wisdom Keeper

Wisdom Keeper

August 21, 2025

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

Wisdom Keeper 2025

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

Stephanie Crockett, President & CEO, Mower

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

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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

Reserve your tickets today to join FOCUS for Wisdom Keeper 2025

our signature fundraiser and celebration of community leadership!

This year, for the first time, Wisdom Keeper will be 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 will enjoy 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 is honoring our 2025 Wisdom Keeper Honorees, extraordinary individuals whose leadership, care, and vision continue to shape Central New York’s future.

Guiding the celebration will be Matt Read of Spatchcock Funk, serving as Emcee and bringing his signature energy to the stage, as we honor our 2025 Wisdom Keeper Honorees and celebrate leadership that exemplifies purpose and values!


Support Wisdom Keeper and Celebrate Central New York Leaders!

Join us in celebrating by becoming a sponsor!

By supporting Wisdom Keeper, you advance the quality of life and economic future for all Central New Yorkers. Your gift encourages citizen participation and engagement that make our community a better place to work and live.

FOCUS Greater Syracuse, Inc. is an independent 501(c)(3) organization.

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Wisdom KeepeR Sponsors 2025

Learn More About Our Wisdom Champion Sponsor!

Bond, Schoeneck & King PLLC | Wegmans | Syracuse University | National Grid


Learn More About Our Wisdom Celebrator Sponsors!

Equitable | Community Bank | Reisman Foundation | Partnership Properties, inc.


Learn More About Our Wisdom Communicator Sponsors!

FM Realty Group | The Hayner Hoyt Cooporation | Landmark Theatre | Home HeadQuarters Inc. | Hueber Breuer Construction Co.,Inc. | Stickley | Mower | Central New York Community Foundation | C&S Companies | Grossman St. Amour | Excellus | Bryant & Stratton College


What is a Wisdom Keeper?

Chuckie Holstein shares the history of FOCUS’ Wisdom Keeper Celebration

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  • Previous Energy for Growth in Central New York4 weeks ago
  • Next Food Systems & Insecurity in Central New York4 weeks ago
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