Interfaith Leadership Award Dinner |
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Join us on Thursday, Sept. 7, for the InterFaith Leadership Award Dinner, Faith in Our Future. There is a sense of optimism in our community as well as a revitalization of Onondaga County that coincides with InterFaith Works’ programmatic growth and expanding community outreach. Our community is on the cusp of revitalization and rebirth. Federal and state funds as well as private individuals and corporations are making investments that will have an immediate and long-term impact in ensuring a strong, vibrant future for Syracuse.
At the 2023 InterFaith Leadership Award Dinner, we will honor those who are investing in our community to help ensure its vitality, prosperity, and promise—now and for future generations.
This year's honorees are:
Michael Balanoff, Esq.
President/CEO, Jewish Federation of Central New York
Sharon Brangman, MD
Distinguished Service Professor of Geriatric Medicine and Department Chief, Geriatrics, Upstate Medical University
Dom Cambareri, Esq.
Executive Director, Syracuse Challenger Baseball, and
Founder, Carrier Park Field of Dreams
Anthony Davis
Superintendent, Syracuse City School District
Sharon Owens
Deputy Mayor, City of Syracuse
Tim Saka
Board President, CNY RISE Center
Kent Syverud, Esq., and Dr. Ruth Chen
Chancellor, Syracuse University; Professor of Practice at Syracuse University’s College of Engineering and Computer Science, respectively
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Digital Literacy Graduation |
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InterFaith Works' Digital Navigator Monsour Alshayea photographed graduates of InterFaith Works Digital Literacy Class at Providence House Clas on May 2. Alshayea teaches older adults in our community how to effectively use their computers, including sending email, avoiding scams, banking digitally, and using Zoom.
If you or an older adult you know could benefit from our services, please contact Monsour Alshayea for more information at [email protected] or 315-449-3552, ext. 203
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Suny Oswego is launching a SUNY Oswego Dialogue Project. To get a better understanding of dialogues, InterFaith Works Director of the El-Hindi Center for Dialogue & Action, Bishop Colette Matthews-Carter was invited to be the keynote speaker at their dialogue symposium. Nearly 100 faculty and staff attended to learn about how they can implement dialogue circles in their classrooms and college units. |
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The “Duck Race” Fun Run is new to InterFaith Works' United We End Racism, which will be held on Saturday, June 3, at Syracuse's Inner Harbor. Instead of racing ducks down the creek, which is unavailable due to construction, we invite youths aged 5 to 14 to participate in the first-ever Duck Race Fun Run, a half-mile course along the Onondaga Creekwalk.
All participants will receive a small prize and a raffle ticket to bid on larger community prizes, such as gift cards and local goods.
Pre-registration is requested! Teachers or youth group leaders are welcome to register your class or group, or caregivers can register their children.
Sponsor a Kid for the Fun Run!
For every $5 you give to Sponsor a Kid, you will receive tickets at the event to bid on local prizes.
United We End Racism Facebook, Event Page
Keep up to date with the latest on the event, and help us spread the word by following the United We End Racism Facebook event page.
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Alternatives to Violence, presented by AVP-CNY |
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Interfaith Pride Service, presented by Plymouth Congregational Church |
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InterFaith Works Baseball Night |
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UnitedHealthcare $215,000 Grant Supports One to One Program |
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Thank you to UnitedHealthcare for a generous $215,000 Empowering Health grant to support InterFaith Works One to One Program, which sparks joy and social connection for seniors in long-term care. The program provides volunteer visits, social events, music and memory programming, as well as intergenerational programs and events. We’re honored to be among the community-based organizations receiving $11 million in total grants across 11 states to help people live healthier lives. |
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We are recruiting One to One volunteers! |
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The One to One Program matches nursing home residents who do not have regular visitors with volunteers to spark joy and social connection. |
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For more information, contact:
Ruby Lopez
315-449-3552, ext. 297
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Recruiting Senior Companions Around CNY |
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Senior Companions: We are recruiting Senior Companions to serve in Oswego, Onondaga, Cayuga and Madison counties. Training and stipends are provided. Volunteers must be at least 55 years of age.
The program focuses on providing assistance and friendship to older adults who have difficulty with daily living tasks, such as shopping or paying bills. Through this program, volunteers help seniors live independently longer and provide respite to family caregivers.
To learn more, contact:
Kayla Kuntz
315-449-3552, ext. 110
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Employment at InterFaith Works |
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Click the boxes to learn more about each position and apply today! |
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El-Hindi Center for Dialogue & Action Seeks Dialogue Facilitators |
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Contact Bishop Colette Matthews-Carter at 315-449-3552, ext. 111,
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If you would like us to promote your community event, please email us at [email protected] with the word "Bulletin" in the subject line. Please include:
- Event name/title
- Time
- Date
- Location
- Any related costs
- Contact information
We will make every effort to include your announcement in our bimonthly updates. Due to limited space, submissions will be reviewed for inclusion and may be abridged if necessary.
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About InterFaith Works of CNY |
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InterFaith Works affirms the dignity of each person and every faith tradition, builds racial and religious equity, and creates bridges of understanding among us. The agency has served the Central New York community for 47 years with programs that include the Center for New Americans, El-Hindi Center for Dialogue & Action, and Senior Services.
InterFaith Works of CNY
1010 James St.
Syracuse, NY 13203
Phone: 315-449-3552 Fax: 315-449-3103
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