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Nov 6

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...

Oct 30

A Day of Community and Caring

More than 91 volunteers came together last week to help our region's nonprofits. From distributing food to bundling diapers, it was truly...

Oct 29

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 21

Diapers for almost 2,500 in need

Longtime nonprofit partner A Baby Center received 187,000 diapers from the National Diaper Bank on October 16th. The diapers were a gift...

Oct 18

Community Day of Action

We are so happy to announce our annual “Community Day of Action,” taking place on Thursday, Oct. 26, 2023. Over 75 volunteers are...

Oct 18

Annual Golf Tournament: 2023 Photo Gallery

Thank you to all who came out and golfed or otherwise supported our annual golf tournament at the Hyannisport Club in September. The rain...

Sep 8

Cape and Islands United Way Awards $20,000 in Microgrants to Local Organizations

CAPE AND ISLANDS, MA – The Cape and Islands United Way is happy to announce that in their most recent round of micro grant funding,...

Aug 1

Donor Spotlight: Joe Laham

Joe Laham is the President of Premier Companies, which he founded in 2000. He began working in the automotive industry in the 1970’s at...

Jul 23

Improving Lives: 5-Year Snapshot of Community Impact

TOGETHER, we can build a stronger community where everyone thrives. These are just some of the many accomplishments made possible by the...

Jun 29

Villa to receive Woman of Impact award

Women United and United Way to honor her community contributions Businesswoman, artist, community advocate and entrepreneur Jen Villa has...

May 30

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

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 28

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 18

CIUW grants nearly half a million to local organizations making a difference in the community

On Wednesday, May 17th, the Cape and Islands United Way hosted a grant reception at the West End restaurant in Hyannis, recognizing the...

May 9

80 New and Expectant Parents Celebrated at 5th Annual Community Baby Shower

It was a beautiful day for so many reasons. A gorgeous Sunday afternoon filled with helping hands, smiles, and best of all, expecting...

Apr 26

25 people to be honored at 25th Best Night gala

The Cape and Islands United Way will celebrate its 25th anniversary Best Night Gala this year by honoring 25 people who played a key role...

Mar 9

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...

Feb 1

Cape and Islands United Way Announces 2nd Round of Fuel Assistance

HYANNIS – The Cape and Islands United Way received a $250,000 grant from National Grid to help offset winter heating costs. The utilities...

Dec 16, 2022

United Way Proudly Announces Another $15,000 in Micro Grant Distributions

Awards distributed to support and encourage local volunteerism. HYANNIS, MA - The Cape and Islands United Way (CIUW) has distributed...

Nov 28, 2022

2022 Day of Action

October 20, 2022 Local business helping local nonprofits through volunteering Our annual Day of Action brings together community members...