Foundation

Our Mission

Fueling programs that change lives

The mission of the DPAO Foundation is to raise and steward resources that support the Disabled Persons Action Organization (DPAO) in providing services and empowering individuals with developmental disabilites, as well as their families, to live full, meaningful and independent lives throughout Jefferson and Lewis counties.

How You Can Support

Fueling programs that change lives

Volunteering
Contact Tricia Swartz at (315) 782-0044 ext. 249 for volunteering information.

Attend Events
One of the best ways to support the DPAO Foundation is to attend one of our community fundraising events. These events are a great way to make a difference while having fun!

Digital Donations
Donations can be sent online with the button above or by searching for @FoundationDPAO on Venmo.

Mail-in Donations
Cash or Check donations can be mailed in or dropped off at:

DPAO Foundation
617 Davidson Street
Watertown, NY 13601

Company Matching Gift
Your contribution could be doubled if your company matched philantrhopic gifts. If they do, please obtain your company’s matching gift form and return it to us.

Memorial Gift
A gift to the DPAO Foundation may be made in memory or in honor of a loved one.

Endowment Fund
One of the most meaningful ways to support the DPAO Foundation is through our Endowment Fund, held at the Northern New York Community Foundation. Gifts to the endowment are invested, with earnings provided permanent, long-term support for our mission.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Foundation Executive Director
Tricia Swartz

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

President
William Caprara

Vice President
Bruce Morgia

Treasurer
Pamela Halloran

Sarah Compo Pierce, Jeffrey West, Billie Warner, Jennifer Loonan, Victoria Hasseler Collins, Esq, Derek Lane, Jake Johnson, Joe Rich, Shannon Exford Donato