VOICE OF IMPACT
Danny Purcell, Employee
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anny Purcell has been with CAP for 34 years. He now leads the Facility/ Vehicle Management Program which manages 51 buildings and 115 vehicles including five semi trucks and five mini school buses. “We don’t have daily interaction with participants, but we work hard to keep these assets in good shape because that means more money can be budgeted for program participants instead of repairs,” Purcell said. Whether directly or indirectly, CAP staff are committed to fulfilling CAP’s mission while serving one another and the community. “In my time at CAP, I have seen the impact of our work. I have witnessed young kids in our Child and Family Development Program gain confidence in themselves and their ability to learn,” Purcell said. “But I have also seen participants in our adult education programs earn their GED when
they didn’t think they could. I have seen families receive respite from being a caregiver to the disabled or elderly.” Because of his longevity, Purcell has witnessed a number of programs grow and change as CAP has continued to serve people in need in Appalachia. “Operation Sharing has grown and touched so many lives by providing other nonprofits the ability to help people. And CAP has grown our partnerships and support of other food pantries in the region which has been a blessing to many families.” He concluded, “I am always amazed when you meet someone and they find out you work for CAP. They eagerly give you a testimonial about how CAP affected their life or a family member’s life. That is what stays with you. That is what you never forget.”
I am always amazed when you meet someone and they find out you work for CAP. They eagerly give you a testimonial about how CAP affected their life or a family member’s life. 17
