News Release

SYRACUSE — The Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce Foundation, a separate 501c3 organization within the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce, provides unique options for community donations.

In addition, the SWCC Foundation funds grants that support local businesses and community efforts in arts and education as well as both community and economic development.

Renea Salyer, executive director of both the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber and SWCC Foundation, Inc., recently announced the newly appointed SWCC Foundation Board of Directors. These individuals represent great diversity in their organizations and provide a great deal of guidance and support.

The board members each serve a two-year term and appointments include Dennis Pressler, Stoney Point LLC, serving as president; Lindsey Parker, Tippy Creek Winery, serving as vice president; Jeanetta Slabaugh, Horizon Bank, serving as treasurer; Dr. Steve Troyer, superintendent of Wawasee Community Schools; Virginia Cazier, Syracuse Clerk-Treasurer; Amy Rensberger, KeyBank; Ben Plikerd, Brook Pointe Resort; Ryan Austin, Bankers Life; Mary Moretto, Chautauqua-Wawasee; and two community members, Mindy Beyeler and Kip Schumm.

The board will be continuing efforts on special projects that include a multi-phased place-making plan to enhance the Syracuse downtown and village areas, supporting the parks and trails and educational opportunities for business owners. Also, they will oversee the Red Canoe Fund that serves as a unique community enhancement with the intent of making Syracuse special with dedicated canoes that are filled with various plants and flowers to welcome those entering Syracuse.

For additional information regarding the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce or the SWCC Foundation, call (574) 457-5637, visit online at SWChamber.com or email: [email protected].