Impact Blog
A Message from Our Executive Director, Beth Hines
Celebrating 150 Years—And Building the Future, Together As we celebrate Community Partners in Action’s 150th anniversary, I want to thank each of you—our staff, supporters, partners, and friends—for making this milestone meaningful. Together, we are continuing a...
Celebrate 150 Years of Second Chances at CPA’s Inspiring Hope Gala
An evening of purpose, entertainment, and impact awaits on September 18. Community Partners in Action (CPA) invites you to join us for a powerful celebration as we mark our 150th Anniversary at the Inspiring Hope Gala on Thursday, September 18 at the elegant Society...
Savannah Freitas: From Reentry Case Manager to Harvard Law Student
When Savannah Freitas joined Community Partners in Action (CPA) in February 2025, she knew her time with us would be brief—just nine months before starting law school. But in those nine months, she made a lasting impact that will be felt long after she’s gone. A...
What’s in Your Bag? Featuring Sonja Booze
Spoiler: It involves a lot of hand sanitizer. If you’ve ever emailed or called CPA’s Human Resources team with a Paycom question, benefits concern, or onboarding need, chances are you’ve encountered the calm, helpful voice of Sonja Booze—our go-to HR Generalist and...
From Detention Officer to Program Builder
Keisha Henry’s Legacy of Leadership and CareWhen Keisha Henry stepped into the world of juvenile justice over two decades ago, she wasn’t looking for a lifelong career—she was simply looking for an internship. What she found instead was a calling. “I didn’t choose...
A Night of Art, Impact, and Inspiration at the Capitol
Danny Killion, an artist and gallery owner in Troy, NY,
reacts to a letter from the Letters from Prison Exhibition.
The Washington Street Complex Dedicated to Hon. Maureen Price-Boreland
Under sunny skies and in front of a crowd of nearly 70 guests and CPA staff members, Community Partners in Action (CPA) proudly dedicated its Washington Street campus in honor of the Honorable Maureen Price-Boreland on Friday, May 30. The special ceremony celebrated...
Celebrate! Prison Arts 2025: An Evening of Art, Reflection, and Second Chances
Join us on Monday, June 16, at the historic Connecticut State Capitol for an unforgettable evening of art, storytelling, and community at Celebrate! Prison Arts 2025. Part of Community Partners in Action’s 150th Anniversary, this special event shines a light on the...
Join Us for an Evening of Inspiration: CPA’s 150th Anniversary Gala
As we mark 150 years of service, advocacy, and second chances, Community Partners in Action invites you—our valued staff, donors, and friends—to celebrate this historic milestone at our Inspiring Hope Gala on Wednesday, September 18, at the elegant Society Room of...
A Legacy of Giving: Ralph Monti’s Commitment to Second Chances
As Community Partners in Action celebrates its 150th anniversary, we proudly recognize the generous supporters who make our life-changing work possible. Among them is Ralph Monti, a loyal friend to CPA and a Founder Sponsor for our milestone year. With a remarkable...