Michael J. Dias Foundation Appoints Patrick Carpenter Executive Director
SPRINGFIELD — The Michael J. Dias Foundation Inc., a leader in providing safe and supportive sober housing environments for people in recovery and family support groups, announced the appointment of Patrick Carpenter as its new executive director. He brings more than 14 years of experience in institutional advancement, development, fundraising, and nonprofit leadership, as well as advocacy in the substance use disorder and addiction recovery field.
In this position, Carpenter will spearhead the organization’s strategic vision, and his focus will be expanding housing capacity by completing a capital campaign to open a new women’s sober house, enhancing recovery support services, forging stronger community partnerships, and growing a donor base to combat the ongoing addiction crisis in Western Mass.
“We are at a critical juncture in our mission to provide essential sober living resources in Western Mass.,” said Grace Dias, president of the Michael J. Dias Foundation. “Patrick’s proven track record leading development and advancement opportunities, fundraising, and his passion for helping individuals rebuild their lives make him the ideal leader for our next chapter. We are confident his expertise will significantly strengthen our ability to serve the community.”
Prior to joining the Michael J. Dias Foundation, Carpenter served as vice president and chief Advancement officer at WMHT Educational Telecommunications, where he successfully strengthened philanthropic support, expanded community partnerships, and led strategic initiatives that advanced the organization’s mission across public media and education. He holds a master’s degree in higher education administration with a concentration in leadership from Bay Path University, as well as a bachelor’s degree in English from Elms College.
“I am honored to step into the role of executive director and join a team so deeply committed to supporting individuals on their path to lasting recovery,” Carpenter said. “Stable, compassionate, and sober housing changes lives — it’s the foundation from which long-term sobriety and personal transformation can grow. I look forward to partnering with board leadership, the dedicated staff, volunteers, and community to ensure every resident has the support, dignity, and opportunity they deserve to thrive.”