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Mary Nelson Honored as FOCUS’ Greater Syacuse Wisdom Keeper
Humanitarian Mary Nelson embodies the spirit of giving to others, many calling her “a true
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November 10, 2023
Humanitarian Mary Nelson embodies the spirit of giving to others, many calling her “a true
Mary Nelson is a devoted community leader and nonprofit founder based in Syracuse, NY. She leads the Mary Nelson Youth Center, which offers education, health, mentorship, and essential services to young people and families. Through her longtime “Back-to-School BBQ” event and her work in violence prevention and community empowerment, Mary is committed to creating safe, hopeful spaces where every person has the chance to thrive
