The Cape and Islands United Way leads social impact in the region. Partnering with donors, volunteers, and nonprofit organizations, our mission is to improve lives by mobilizing the caring power of our communities to advance the common good on Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket.
Your generosity makes relevant, sustainable community impact possible. Each year, we distribute more than $700,000 to local nonprofits to support our community in the areas of health, education, economic stability, basic needs, and housing.
The Power of Your Support
Provides Cape and Island residents with basic needs and essentials, such as groceries, prescriptions, and hygiene supplies in a moment of immediate need.
$200
Supplies diapers and baby necessities for a local family with an infant for a full month, easing financial stress while supporting healthy development.
Helps a household on Cape Cod or the Islands avoid a housing crisis by covering a utility bill or preventing a shutoff during a financial hardship.
Supports students across Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard, and Nantucket with school supplies, books, and access to educational support programs.
$500
Expands access to physical and mental health services for residents of the Cape and Islands, including counseling, wellness programs, and preventative care.
Provides groceries for an entire month for a local family of 4 that is facing hardship.
Supports long-term stability for a local family through coordinated services -- combining housing support, education, financial coaching, and physical and mental health resources -- right here in our community.
$1500
Provides emergency rental assistance to help our families remain safely housed during a short-term financial crisis.
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Empowering our people, securing our future.
Business United is a network of small local businesses with a shared commitment to Cape Cod and the wider community. Together, Business United members unite to make a significant and lasting impact on Cape Cod by investing in programs that improve the lives of our local workforce.
