DPAO Foundation
Fueling programs that change lives
For the past 50 years, with over 300 concerts, the Disabled Persons Action Organization (DPAO) Concert Series has brought some of the most notable artists in the world to Watertown and Northern New York.
The DPAO Concerts series is the principal fundraising activity for the DPAO Agency. It is the mission of the Agency to provide quality and effective individualized services to developmentally disabled children and adults in Jefferson and Lewis County. The services are primarily geared toward helping families cope with the stress of caring for their disabled loved ones. Currently, DPAO provides services to over 500 families. We encourage you to learn more about the programs and services of our organization.
Donate to DPAO
Donate now to make a direct, local impact
Your gift funds respite care, programs, and emergency support that keep disabled people safe, healthy, and connected to their communities.
Leadership & Staff
Guiding and serving our community
Our Board of Directors provides oversight, strategic direction, and advocacy while our professional staff deliver day-to-day services, respite, and community programs across Jefferson and Lewis Counties.
William Caprara
President
Bruce Morgia
Vice President
Robin Stephenson
Secretary
Pamela J. Halloran
Treasurer
Joe Rich
Jake Johnson
Sarah V. Compo
Jeffrey J. West
Rebecca Barney
Dereck Lane
Jennifer Looman
Billie Warner
Tricia Swartz
Executive Director
315.782.0044
tricia@dpaoconcerts.com