The Purpose of CCPA is to foster communication, cooperation, education and services among the small businesses of Center City Philadelphia, and to maintain, promote and improve the commercial vitality of Center City Philadelphia. CCPA has 450 members, a database of over 3,000 business and city agency contacts and each year produces over 50 events, including 5 large-scale events. CCPA maintains a staff of 3 and a 13 member Board of Directors.