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