CAAP Celebrates 2024 CAAPtivating Excellence Award Winners

The Community Action Association of Pennsylvania (CAAP) proudly honored outstanding leaders and organizations during the 2024 CAAPtivating Excellence Awards Ceremony. This annual event celebrates the dedication, innovation, and impact of individuals and agencies within Pennsylvania’s Community Action network, highlighting the difference they make in advancing economic opportunity, equity, and community resilience.

The 2024 award recipients have shown extraordinary commitment to their communities and set a high standard for all in the field of Community Action. These winners embody CAAP’s values and the theme of this year’s conference, “It Starts With Us,” leading the way toward stronger, more inclusive communities across the state.

We would also like to extend our thanks to Heather Holloway, our MC for the ceremony, as well as the staff at the Lancaster Marriott for helping us create an unforgettable evening.

2024 CAAPtivating Excellence Award Winners:

Larry Berringer - CAAP Local Leader Impact Award

Jessica Sands - CAAP Empowerment Navigator

Joe Cuozzo - CAAPacity Builder Award 

Gary Ryan - Dependable Difference Maker Award

Erica Castine - CAAP Empowerment Navigator

Stacie Snyder - CAAP Emerging Excellence Award

Tina Grant - Dependable Difference Maker Award

Rose Mirello - Dependable Difference Maker Award

Natalie Dragan - CAAP Impactful Educator Award

Lisa Grigalonis - CAAP Impactful Educator Award

Dave Young - Community Action Excellence Award

Theresa Yorkonis - Dependable Difference Maker Award

Julie McCall - Dependable Difference Maker Award

Jeremy Oester - CAAP Empowerment Navigator

Marissa Saylor - CAAP Emerging Excellence Award

Jennifer Wintermyer - Anti-Poverty Advocate of the Year

Autumn Karper - CAAP Emerging Excellence Award

Carolyn Gulley - CAAP Empowerment Navigator

Shannon Haines - CAAP Impactful Educator Award

Ann Fleisher - Dependable Difference Maker Award

Each award winner has made meaningful contributions, from pioneering new programs and initiatives to inspiring partnerships and advocating for policy changes that create lasting impact. Congratulations to this year’s awardees for their remarkable achievements and dedication to the communities they serve.

Stay tuned as we continue to share stories about our award winners and their inspiring work throughout the year.

Click here to view photos from the 2024 CAAPtivating Excellence Awards Ceremony