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$115,000 grant from National Grid helps offset winter heating costs for residents
The Cape and Islands United Way received a $115,000 grant from National Grid’s charitable foundation to help offset winter heating costs....
Feb 9, 2024


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 29, 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

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


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 30, 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


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 21, 2023


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, 2023


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...
Oct 18, 2023

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,...
Sep 8, 2023


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...
Aug 1, 2023

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...
Jul 23, 2023


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...
Jun 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


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 18, 2023


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...
May 9, 2023


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...
Apr 26, 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
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