About Us
The mission of the OEC is to empower youth to be active participants in creating positive change for themselves, their communities and the environment.
We envision a future where youth are equipped with the skills, opportunities, and support to thrive as leaders, changemakers, and advocates for environmental sustainability. OEC seeks to build a world of inclusivity, respect, and equal opportunity where every individual has the tools to succeed and make a meaningful impact on their community.
Our Story
2003
Eli MacDonald Green team was founded on the Southside
2005
Partnered with Cornell Cooperative Extension and re-branded as Onondaga Earth Corps
2015
Received official 501(c)3 status
2022
Became accredited by The Corps Network
Meet our team
Staff:
Greg Michel
Executive Director
Walter Walker
Personal Development Team Lead
Tay Stenson
Youth Program Coordinator
Logan Reidsma
Foreman
Katherine Hallinan
Program Assistant
Julia Smith
Project Assistant/Crew Leader
Ishmel Berkley
YA Program Coordinator
Chelsea Chapman
Foreman
Connor Conde
Office Manager
Terrance Castro-Valdes
Crew Leader
Amanda Ives
Crew Leader
Nathaniel Baker
Crew Leader
Gorgy Williams
Crew Leader
Amanda Cruty
Crew Leader
Board:
Babette Baker
President
Patrona Jones-Rowser
Vice President
Jeffrey Smith
Treasurer
Cynthia Dowdell
Secretary
Meqdad Abdu Ali
Director
James Burt
Director
Alicia Ernest
Director
Allison Speicher
Director
Andrew Maxwell
Director
Jonell Robinson
Director