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Leaders from five local groups completed The Leadership Classroom (TLC), a monthly training series that builds skills and connections; each received a grant to bring to life a community project—from newborn support and Karen cultural preservation to girls’ leadership trips, digital literacy, and grief-wellness pop-ups.

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A new Canine Mobile Unit means healthier dogs, safer travel and more veterans connected with the service dogs they rely on. With the help of a Community Grant, Clear Path for Veterans is making this possible by providing safe, reliable transportation for its canine program.

SYRACUSE, NY: Michelle at Sarah’s Guest House. CREDIT: Ben Cleeton

Giving Voice Spring 2025: Grantee Story

Giving Voice Spring 2025: Cover Story

Huntington Family Centers, the recipient of a grant from our COVID-19 Community Support Fund | Photo By: Ben Cleeton

Giving Voice Spring 2025: Giving Matters

The Central New York Community Foundation is welcoming three new Black Equity & Excellence Fund advisory council members: Karla Hall, Indaria Jones and Reverend DeCarto D. Draper. Jr.

Orlando Mcinnsey launched a youth boxing and mental health program, All Mighty Boxing. It’s there that he trains local youth ages 6-18 in self-defense to help them cultivate resilience, emotional intelligence and community.

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Hear from Andy Zepp, executive director, Finger Lakes Land Trust, about the importance of the organization’s new Shotwell Brook Conservation Project to protect and preserve the water quality of Skaneateles Lake.

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Peter Wong, a former airline worker, found renewed purpose through North Area Meals on Wheels after health challenges left him isolated. With nutritious meals, friendly visits and vital support, he says, “It gives me a reason to get up and live a life.”

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Sixteen-year-old Azory Infinite dreams of redefining music while breaking cycles of poverty. Through the Good Life Youth Foundation's HipHop-preneurship program, youth like Infinite are learning about hip-hop, entrepreneurship and resilience, empowering them to rise above their circumstances.