What they reported doing
- #1 primary $422KYOUTH DEVELOPMENT: THE ORGANIZATION PROVIDES MULTIPLE EDUCATIONAL AND RECREATIONAL AFTER SCHOOL AND SUMMER PROGRAMMING TO YOUTH FROM KINDERGARTEN THROUGH HIGH SCHOOL. SERVICES ALSO INCLUDE PROGRAMMING TO PROMOTE SELF-ESTEEM AMONG YOUTH THROUGH THE PRIDE, JOURNEY TO MANHOOD AND INTELLIGENT YOUNG MINDS/IYM PROGRAMS.
- #2 $1.38MCOMMUNITY SERVICES: THE ORGANIZATION PROVIDES A VARIETY OF SERVICES TO SUPPORT THE OVERALL NEEDS OF FAMILIES AND THEIR COMMUNITY. SERVICES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO FAMILY SUPPORT SERVICES INCLUDING CRISIS INTERVENTION; ADVOCACY AND CASE MANAGEMENT; NEIGHBORHOOD REVITALIZATION PROGRAMS AND PROJECTS; JOB-READINESS AND GED TRAINING; AND VIOLENCE INTERVENTION AND PREVENTION SERVICES. AS THE MANAGING ENTITY OF THE SOUTHWEST COMMUNITY CENTER, THE ORGANIZATION MAKES THE SOUTHWEST COMMUNITY CENTER AVAILABLE FOR MULTIPLE COMMUNITY-FACILITATED PROGRAMS AND EVENTS THROUGHOUT THE YEAR.
What they call their work
What they do
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Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
- Community engagement and literacy promotionOrganizes the Literacy Parade and Children's Book Festival to promote childhood literacy; offers Vibe Flow, a movement experience program designed to promote physical activity and community engagement.
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Community Resource Navigation and Support Services 1 activity
- Family and community support servicesProvides crisis intervention, advocacy, case management, neighborhood revitalization, job-readiness and GED training, and violence prevention services; runs the F.A.C.E.S., Family First, and Mainstream programs to support families and promote community integration; manages the Southwest Community Center and makes it available for community-facilitated programs and events.
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Home-Delivered Meals for Seniors and Homebound 1 activity
- Food and basic needs distributionProvides weekly and monthly food pantry services, fresh food giveaways, and access to infant care items; offers hot, nutritious lunches featuring grilled entrees, fresh fruits, and vegetables to adults aged 60 and older on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
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HIV/AIDS Prevention and Support Services 1 activity
- HIV prevention and support servicesProvides HIV awareness, prevention education, and testing with a focus on communities of color; delivers Linkage & Navigation services to connect individuals at risk of or living with HIV to medical, prevention, and support services.
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Respite Care for Developmental Disabilities 1 activity
- Respite program for youth with developmental challengesOperates a respite program for youth and young adults with developmental challenges, focusing on social, recreational, and personal development.
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Senior Independence Support Services 1 activity
- Senior services and supportDelivers comprehensive services for seniors aged 60 and above, including transportation assistance, referrals for nutritional, medical, legal, and social services, fitness and social activities (line dancing, book clubs, BINGO, gardening, field trips, aquatics), and facilitation of special social occasions through the Neighborhood Advisor Program.
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Trauma-Informed Community Resilience Initiatives 1 activity
- Street outreach and trauma supportOperates the SNUG Street Outreach Program with integrated Social Work/Case Management (SNUG) Initiative to provide trauma-informed support and improved access to victim services for marginalized individuals and participants involved in street-level violence.
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Community Health Fairs and Screenings 1 activity
- Women's reproductive and maternal health servicesProvides human services focused on women's reproductive health and maternal well-being, including hosting community health events in partnership with Molina Health to support women’s health.
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Workforce Readiness Training 1 activity
- Workforce development and job trainingOffers the Certified Manufacturing Associate Program and job-readiness training to support workforce development and employment opportunities, particularly for low-income and African American residents in Onondaga County.
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After-School Academic and Enrichment Programs 1 activity
- Youth development and afterschool programmingOperates afterschool and summer camp programs for youth from kindergarten through high school, including self-esteem promotion through PRIDE, Journey to Manhood, and Intelligent Young Minds/IYM programs; provides evidence-based interventions to promote positive youth development and strengthen families.
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Who runs it
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| DAVID MARNELL | CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER | 38 | $47K |
| VALERIE HILL | CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER | 38 | $40K |
| LAWRENCE WILLIAMS | CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER | 38 | $26K |
- AMELIA ELLINGWORTH — TREASURER
- ANNERRAY HOPKINS — DIRECTOR
- CHRISTIAN DANAHER — DIRECTOR
- DANIEL L AKINS — CHAIRMAN
- HON ANN MAGNARELLI — DIRECTOR
- JENNIFER TIFFT — DIRECTOR
- LATEEF JOHNSON-KINSEY — DIRECTOR
- MONICA WILLIAMS — VICE CHAIRWOMAN
- OSSIE EDWARDS — SECRETARY
- PATRICIA ALLEN — SECRETARY
- REGINA MCARTHUR — DIRECTOR
- SHARON D WASHINGTON — DIRECTOR
- STACI DENNIS TAYLOR ESQ — DIRECTOR
- WALTER C EILAND — DIRECTOR
- YOLANDA SEEGERS — DIRECTOR
Who they work with
- Administration on Aging Government — Funds the Senior Nutrition Program.
- City of Syracuse Government — Owns the Syracuse Community Connections facility at 401 South Avenue, which is managed by SMNF.
- Family Planning Partner — Partner organization supported through community donations coordinated by Syracuse Community Connections.
- Molina Health Partner — Collaborates with Molina Health to host a women's health event focused on maternal and community wellness.
- NYS Department of Criminal Justice Services Government — Collaborative partner in the SNUG Social Work/Case Management Initiative
- New York State Department of Health AIDS Institute Government — Funded by the New York State Department of Health AIDS Institute
- New York State Office for Aging Government — Funds the Senior Nutrition Program.
- New York State Office of Child and Family Services Government — Primary funder of the Family 1st program
- New York State Office of People with Developmental Disabilities Government — Primary funder of the Mainstream respite program.
- Office of Victim Services Government — Collaborative partner in the SNUG Social Work/Case Management Initiative
- Onondaga County Office for Aging Government — Funds the Senior Nutrition Program.
- Onondaga County Office of Aging and Long-term Care Government — Funds the Neighborhood Advisor Program.
- Peace, inc. Partner — Provides the Senior Nutrition Program in partnership with SMNF.
- SCC’s accounting firm Partner — Collaborates with SCC’s accounting firm to assist in managing and reporting finances.
- SNUG Partner — Partner organization supported through community donations coordinated by Syracuse Community Connections.
- Southwest Community Center Network — Manages the Southwest Community Center and provides space for community-facilitated programs and events.
How they approach the work
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- Community Integration for Youth with Developmental Challengesmethodology: community_integrationBy promoting community integration, the organization supports the social and personal development of youth and young adults with developmental challenges because inclusive participation builds identity, skills, and belonging.
- Family-Centered Approach to Strengthen Family Unitsmethodology: family-centeredBy delivering services through a family-centered model, the organization improves child and family well-being because involving the whole family fosters stability, communication, and mutual support.
- Integrated Referral Model for Holistic Senior Supportmethodology: integrated_referral_modelBy connecting seniors to health, nutrition, legal, and social services through a coordinated referral system, the organization supports independence and community engagement because addressing multiple interconnected needs increases service utilization and reduces isolation.
- Settlement House Model for Community Empowermentmethodology: settlement_house_modelBy embedding services within the community and co-developing programs with residents, the organization strengthens individuals, families, and communities because shared ownership and localized trust improve engagement and long-term outcomes.
- Trauma-Informed Outreach with Case Managementmethodology: trauma-informed case managementBy integrating licensed social workers and case managers into street outreach, the organization connects traumatized individuals to victim services because clinical support embedded in frontline work builds trust and addresses root causes of vulnerability.