Please Help Youth, Women and Men in the
Justice System Thrive in the Community
Justice System Thrive in the Community
Opening New Doors for Tomorrow’s Youth
As we celebrate 150 years of Community Partners in Action, we’re focused on the future—launching a campaign to raise $150,000 to bring a vocational training center to REGIONS-Hartford, modeled after the successful program already in place at REGIONS-Hamden.
We are excited to announce Opening New Doors for Tomorrow’s Youth and how our new vocational center in Hamden-REGIONS will help provide the much needed skills and resources for young people to succeed in the community, and avoid the adult criminal justice system.
Prison Arts Annual Art Show 2025-2026
Join us for the Prison Arts Program Annual Show.
📍The Art Gallery at Eastern Connecticut State University
306 High Street, Willimantic, CT 06226
📅 December 8, 2025 – February 28, 2026
Monday/Wednesday/Friday, 12-4pm
Tuesday/Thursday, 12-7pm
Saturday 11am-4pm
Receptions:
-Thursday, February 5, 2026, 4-7pm
-Saturday, February 21, 2026, 2-4pm.
💰 Free to attend
Living Inside – Work from the
Community Partners in Action Permanent Collection
The Windsor Art Center
📍40 Mechanic Street, Windsor, CT 06095
📅January 17 to February 28, 2026,
Thursdays 6-8pm; Saturdays 10am-4pm & Sundays 11am-4pm
Panel discussion at Windsor Art Center this Saturday, 2-4pm!
Featuring Prison Arts Alumni James Pinder (recently released from prison after over two decades) and Program Manager Jeffrey Greene.
Visit The Windsor Art Center website to learn more
💰 Free to attend.
Programs + Services
On the front lines, CPA supports the transition from life in the system to life in the community. Our model for impact blends person centered programs, community action and restorative justice reform. We offer essential services customized to each individual’s unique needs. These include case management, transitional housing, reentry support, workforce development and coaching, as well as partnerships with behavioral, mental health and addiction services.
Reentry
For people newly released from prison, reentry can be overwhelming. They face an uphill battle in reconnecting with community and family. We help them address their basic needs and connect to essential services.
Alternatives
Prison is not always the answer.
Working closely with the courts, we provide services that are alternatives to prison so that people can stay in the community.
Residential
CPA provides a variety of residential programs and services ranging from transitional housing to residential treatment programs. Our programs support youth and adults.
enrichment
Through the creative process, learning and growth is achieved. Our engaging programs provide positive enrichment services, including art and music, yoga, dance, pet therapy, and life skills.
communities in action
We are community leaders in Greater Hartford, Greater Waterbury and other cities and towns in Connecticut. We help bring together other nonprofits, city departments, state agencies and other partners to ensure all the needs of people in our care are met. Together, we are helping people discover new pathways in life.
Our Justice initiatives
We partner with some of the leading advocates in the fight for restorative justice in Connecticut. Over the past decade, we’ve supported these advocates to make important gains toward ending mass incarceration in Connecticut. There is still much to do to right the wrongs of the past and create new futures for so many denied their fair opportunities to flourish.
Prison Arts Program
Prison Arts works inside Connecticut prisons to positively and constructively change the lives of the incarcerated and the prison environment by encouraging unique, personal, and evolving artistic endeavors. These endeavors generate hope, purpose, and personal and community connection.
pillars for success
Working Together to Have a Greater Impact on our Community
On the reentry front lines, CPA supports the transition from life in prison to life in the community. Our model for impact blends direct services, community action and restorative justice advocacy.
Collaborations
We’re proud to work with partners all across the State of Connecticut