Join FOCUS Greater Syracuse for a hybrid public forum connecting residents with local programs, resources, and actionable steps to drive community economic change in Onondaga County. This session is the third in a three-part fall series on economic instability; attendance at prior sessions is not required.

Event Details

• Date & Time: Friday, Dec. 18, 2026, from noon to 1 p.m.
• Format: Hybrid (In-person and via Zoom)
• Registration: Advance registration is required at FOCUS Greater Syracuse.

Featured Speakers

• Bill Brower, director of public policy and community impact, MACNY – The Manufacturers Association
• Kenda Carfagno, financial wellness officer, Visions Federal Credit Union
• Representative, Syracuse Financial Empowerment Center (City of Syracuse)

Program Highlights

• Practical Resources & Pathways: Panelists share tools, programs, and strategies focused on financial empowerment, workforce development, and building local economic capability.
• Moderated Q&A: Attendees can ask questions, discuss emerging local priorities, and discover tangible ways to get involved in community solutions.
• Community Engagement: A welcoming, respectful space designed to build shared knowledge and foster civic participation across Central New York.