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Good News York: Embracing Community with AmeriCU’s Vanessa Schwa In this exciting episode of Good News York, host Matt Masur welcomes Vanessa Schwa, Executive Director of the AmeriCU Charitable Foundation. They discuss the upcoming Syracuse Winter Fair, AmeriCU’s initiatives, and the foundation's mission to give back to the community. Schwa shares insights into their broad charitable focus, including education, veterans support, and social programs. She also highlights their flagship event, Salute to the Troops, a major concert at Fort Drum. The episode dives into Schwa's background as a meteorologist and her dedication to Central New York. Listeners also get a peek into AmeriCU’s exciting growth and community involvement, from sponsoring Winter Fair to merging with other credit unions. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 01:30 Meet Vanessa Schwa from ...