Celebrate the season of giving—support your local nonprofits!
In the spirit of giving as highlighted in our November/Decemeber issue of Cape Cod LIFE, we decided in addition to our Annual Holiday Gift Guide, it was time to create our Giving Guide—highlighting local nonprofit organizations who are bettering our community.
Give the gift of giving this season by donating to any number of these nonprofits listed below—and don't forget to check out our Annual Holiday Gift Guide for great ideas of where to shop.
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Barnstable
Below the Belt
Below the Belt is committed to supporting those diagnosed with gynecological cancers, helping them feel less isolated in their journey. Our mission includes providing vital services and educational programs that raise awareness, promote early detection and empower individuals with the knowledge and resources they need to navigate their experience. For more information call 508-827-1212, email wecare@belowthebelt.org or visit www.belowthebelt.org
Housing Assistance
460 W Main St #1, Hyannis 02601
In a community where housing presents so many challenges, Housing Assistance strives to provide a solution. Their mission is to help bridge the wide gap between homelessness and homeownership. Your support helps reflect their vision of vibrant year-round Cape & Islands communities where everyone has a stable place to call home.
Independence House
Independence House offers critical response programs and services assisting children, teens and adults of all races, identities, and abilities impacted by domestic or sexual violence. Offices located in Hyannis, Falmouth, Orleans and Provincetown, and all District and Probate courts on Cape. 24-hour hotline, emergency shelter, counseling, advocacy and legal assistance.
Brewster
The Alzheimer’s Family Support Center
2095 Main Street, Brewster 02631
The Alzheimer’s Family Support Center provides cost-free personalized services to individuals and families living with Alzheimer’s and other dementia-related diseases. They help families navigate the complexities and challenges they face across the span of these diseases. For information, call 508-896-5170,email info@capecodalz.org, or visit alzfamilysupport.org.
Dennis
Elder Services of Cape Cod and the Islands
Elder Services of Cape Cod and the Islands creates solutions to help us all thrive as we age. It operates the familiar Meals-on-Wheels program and provides Home Care Management that can help maintain independence, as well as community-based programs that prevent and investigate allegations of elder abuse, neglect, and financial exploitation. For more information, call 508-394-4630, email info@escci.org, or visit escci.org.
Falmouth
Falmouth Housing Trust
Since 1986 Falmouth Housing Trust has been building dreams for home ownership to attract and retain our workforce families with affordable and attainable housing. The loyal support of donors makes this all possible! Welcoming gifts of all types and sizes…please help our mission and donate today. Please contact Karen Bissonnette: 508-540-2370 or kb@falmouthhousingtrust.org.
Falmouth Museums on the Green
Discover the rich history of Cape Cod at the Falmouth Museums on the Green! Explore historic homes, engaging exhibits, and beautiful gardens that showcase Falmouth’s past. Perfect for history lovers of all ages, our museums offer a captivating experience just steps from Main Street on Palmer Ave. Open seasonally and off season by appointment.
The Falmouth Service Center
611 Gifford St, Falmouth 02540
The Falmouth Service Center is a regional food pantry and social service organization, that works hand in hand with the community to educate, support, and improve the quality of life for families in need. For more information, call 508-548-2794, or visit falmouthservicecenter.org.
Mashpee
Cape Cod Children’s Museum
577 Great Neck Rd S, Mashpee 02649
Please take 35 seconds to learn about our capital campaign – “For the Next 35”. Membership is always the best option and makes a terrific gift! Purchase on-line and see all the benefits at capecodchildrensmuseum.org/membership/ or capecodchildrensmuseum.org
Not just for littles or rainy days anymore – visit your Cape Cod Children’s Museum!
Makai Hawaiian Shave Ice
Makai Hawaiian Shave Ice serves delicious hand-poured fluffy snow-like treats that everyone can enjoy. Each shave ice is handmade to order with pure filtered water to form ice blocks, syrups made with pure cane sugar, or with monk fruit for a sugar-free alternative & served with eco-friendly cups, straws, spoons and napkins. makaishaveicecc.com
Seaside Le Mans
Held annually, at Mashpee Commons .
Seaside Le Mans is an annual community event held at Mashpee Commons that raises money for Cape & Islands nonprofit organizations. Hosted and underwritten by the Davenport Companies, teams of six drivers race Formula 1-style karts along straightaways, around turns and under a bridge on a 1/4-mile outdoor track. For more information, call 508-760-9265, or visit seasidelemans.org.
Orleans
Lower Cape Outreach Council
19 Brewster Cross Rd, Orleans 02653
Lower Cape Outreach Council’s mission is to provide comprehensive assistance to those in need of immediate support and to encourage long term self-sufficiency. They operate nine food pantries, a financial assistance program and Katy’s Korner, their free clothing and household resource, in addition to a Thanksgiving meal program and holiday toy distribution.
Yarmouth
Habitat for Humanity Cape Cod
411 MA-6A #6, Yarmouth Port 02675
Habitat for Humanity Cape Cod is committed to building affordable, sustainable, and energy-efficient homes to impact future generations. Help them to build more affordable homes to help local families stay on Cape Cod by volunteering, donating and creating a legacy. For more information, call 508-362-3559, email office@habitatcapecod.org, or visit habitatcapecod.org.
Off-Cape
Frankie Galasso “Icons of Cape Cod”
75 State St Suite 100, Boston 02109
You can own the beautiful Frankie Galasso “Icons of Cape Cod” reproduction lithograph for just $20. This art fundraiser benefiting Tommy’s Place, magical vacation homes on Cape Cod for kids fighting cancer,is sponsored by Mid-Cape Home Centers, Premier Companies, Starbucks, and The Lobster Pot. Visit them in person or online at www.thefrankiegalasso.com
