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Stories of Impact
You make our mission possible. The money we raise is invested with more than 30 collaborators who work with the Cape & United Way to...
Jan 28, 2024


Volunteer Spotlight: Ashley Clark
The Cape & Islands United Way’s newest volunteer is Miss Cape Cod, Ashley Clark! 22-year-old Ashley, who is a product developer for The...
Jan 27, 2024


Save the dates!
Cape & Islands United Way 2024 calendar of events Community Baby Shower – Sunday, May 19, 2024 If you want to see impact, join us at our...
Dec 31, 2023


Cape & Islands United Way Honors Bert Talerman
Talerman to receive 2024 Visionary Award Business executive, community volunteer, and a leader in Cape Cod philanthropy, Robert “Bert”...
Dec 12, 2023


Donor Spotlight: Larry & Marie Bigelow
Marie and Larry Bigelow are among the Cape & Islands United Way’s most active volunteers. This year, they were the co-chairs and largest...
Nov 6, 2023


Board Spotlight: Norma Schmidt
Lifelong Cape Codder Norma Schmidt has been an exemplary board member and volunteer for the Cape and Islands United Way since 2008. She...
Oct 29, 2023


Board Spotlight: Steve Cundall
Our current Board Chair, Steve Cundall, has been involved with the United Way since 1980, inspired by the mission and giving through...
May 30, 2023


Donor Spotlight: Dick and Michelle Fairbanks
Dick and Michelle Fairbanks have been longtime supporters of the Cape & Islands United Way, in several capacities. From Dick’s...
May 30, 2023


Ride United this September
Second Summer Cycle A NEW CAPE-WIDE CHARITY CYCLING EVENT You're invited to ride to celebrate the Cape’s idyllic second summer on...
May 28, 2023


Stories of Impact
The power of your generosity The Cape and Islands United Way is built on the belief that, together, we can accomplish more than any...
Mar 9, 2023


CEO Corner: Making a difference
Because of YOU – our generous supporters and volunteers -- the Cape and Islands United Way has been making a meaningful impact at a time...
Aug 11, 2021


By the Way
A note from our CEO Hello, summer! After a very challenging and isolating year, it feels so good to see the hope and promise of a new...
Jun 1, 2021


New micro grants awarded to help fund toy library, fresh food deliveries
Our Mobilizing Volunteers Micro Grant Program offers one-time funding opportunities of up to $2,500 to support and encourage local...
May 10, 2021


DeLude to Receive Visionary Award
The Cape and Islands United Way will present the second annual Visionary Award to Shawn DeLude, owner of Nauset Disposal and well-known...
Mar 22, 2021


Women United gives boost to A Baby Center
One of the many challenges brought on by the pandemic has been affordable access to diapers and baby formula. Just ask Robin Hayward,...
Feb 19, 2021


Making a meaningful impact
Thanks to YOUR generous contributions, the Cape and Islands United Way is releasing its latest round of Community Response Funding to...
Feb 19, 2021


A note from our CEO
It continues to inspire us – to see the best of our community rise up and lift up neighbors in need during the worst of times. I am truly...
Feb 19, 2021


Welcome new board members and staff
New board members During our January meeting, David B. Smith and Beth Opishinski were elected to the Cape and Islands United Way's board...
Feb 18, 2021


Cape and Islands United Way announces new volunteerism site
We are excited to announce a change in how the Cape and Islands United Way supports volunteerism in our community. As you may know, we...
Oct 26, 2020


Ridge Club fundraiser helps Reach Out and Read
The Ridge Club Women’s Golf Association raised more than $3,000 to help promote the importance of readingaloud to our children. The...
Oct 23, 2020
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