Resource page
ENVIRONMENT
Association to Preserve Cape Cod (https://apcc.org/our-work/advocacy/environmental-sustainability/ ) PCC believes sustainability means ensuring the Cape’s greatest assets, its swimming beaches, freshwater ponds, shellfish and fisheries, unique habitats, and iconic landscapes, will endure for generations to come.
Center for Coastal Studies (https://coastalstudies.org/about-2/mission-statement/ ) is a non-profit organization dedicated to understanding, preserving, and protecting marine ecosystems and the coastal environment through applied research, education, and public policy initiatives.
Friends of the Cape Cod National Seashore (https://www.fccns.org/ ) is the not-for-profit fundraising partner of the Cape Cod National Seashore; a partnership established in 1987 to help preserve, protect, and enhance the fragile environment, visitor experience, and unique cultural heritage of the park.
Brewster Pond Coalition (https://www.brewsterponds.org/ ) Protecting and improving the health of Brewster’s ponds through science, education, and advocacy.
Orleans Pond Coalition (https://www.orleanspondcoalition.org/about/missionvision/) The Orleans Pond Coalition is dedicated to the protection and health of our shared watersheds, estuaries, ponds, and lakes.
Friends of Chatham Waterways (https://chathamwaterways.org/wp/ ) is a non-profit organization committed to the protection, wise use, and enjoyment of Chatham’s fresh and salt waterways and adjoining lands.
FOOD INSECURITY
Family Food Pantry ( https://www.thefamilypantry.com/ ) The Family Pantry of Cape Cod’s mission is to provide food and clothing to ALL in need.
Lower Cape Outreach Council Pantries (https://lcoutreach.org/food-pantries/) Aiming to provide comprehensive assistance to those in need of immediate support in 8 towns.
Hands of Hope Food Pantry & Outreach Center (https://www.capecodcouncilofchurches.org/hands-of-hope-food-pantry-and-outreach-center) Aiming toprovide emergency assistance to low-income households across the mid-Cape area.
Harwich Community Centers “The People’s Fridge” (https://www.harwich-ma.gov/the-peoples-fridge) The People’s Fridge is a community fridge and pantry project that makes fresh food more accessible to everyone in Harwich
First United Methodist Church Family Pantry (https://www.chathammethodist.org/ ) provides comprehensive food assistance to those in need of support and to encourage long-term support if needed.
The Brewster Ladies’ Library Community Fridge and Little Free Pantry (https://www.brewsterladieslibrary.org/community-fridge-pantry). The Brewster Ladies’ Library Community Refrigerator offers free, fresh produce, packaged food, and healthy prepared meals to all members of the community.
Dennis Center for Active Living (DCAL) & Food Pantry ( https://dcalcapecod.org/food-resources/ ). Through DCAL, the Family Table Collaborative provides prepared meals twice a month, on the first and third Thursdays.
Cape and Islands Hunger Network Community Fridges (https://capecodhungernetwork.org/pantry-listing/community-fridge/ ) The community fridge programs on Cape Cod create free, publicly accessible spaces where anyone can pick up fresh food—no questions asked.
HOUSING INSECURITY
Community Development Partnership ( https://capecdp.org/ ) – The CDP’s Mission is to create a thriving year-round community on the Lower and Outer Cape through accessible and stable housing and economic opportunity through bold systemic change.
Homeless Prevention Council (https://www.hpccapecod.org/). HPC has provided over 56,000 people with life-changing assistance, enabling our neighbors to live active and productive lives.
Housing Assistance Corporation of Cape Cod (https://haconcapecod.org/about/mission-impact/) creates and preserves pathways to stable, attainable year-round housing that empowers individuals and families to stay rooted and thrive in our community.
Homeless Not Hopeless (https://homelessnothopeless.org/about/) HnH provides housing & life skills for homeless individuals in a supportive community setting that promotes self-worth in a sober & safe environment.
Champ Homes (https://www.champhomes.org/our-program): Champ Homes provides supportive, sober, transitional housing to individuals aged 18 and older on Cape Cod who are homeless or are at risk of homelessness.
Harwich Ecumenical Council for the Homeless (https://www.hech.org/): Developing compassionate solutions to homelessness problems for families – especially those with children – living in Harwich and the surrounding communities of Cape Cod.
Chatham Housing Authority (http://www.chathamha.org/About ): Chatham Housing Authority’s mission is to build, maintain, and administer affordable community housing to residents, with particular attention to the elderly, disabled, and families
Harwich Housing Authority (http://www.harwichha.org/About ): Harwich Housing Authority’s mission is to build, maintain, and administer affordable community housing to residents, with particular attention to families.
IMMIGRANT & REFUGEE SUPPORT
Brazilian Resource Center (https://brazilianresourcecenter.org/ ) is fully focused on assisting the low-income, homeless, and immigrant community on Cape Cod and the Islands.
Latinx in Action (https://latinxinaction.org/) provides hope and services to immigrant families and individuals, including the newly arrived. Fornece esperança e serviços para indivíduos e famílias de imigrantes, incluindo os recém-chegados.
Building A Bigger Table Task Force (https://fpbuu.org/social-justice-ministry/building-a-bigger-table-task-force/ ) Providing support for all classifications of immigrants with a connection to Cape Cod, regardless of their status.
Immigration Resource Center (CACI) (https://www.cacci.cc/programs/immigration-resource-center/) provides free/low cost legal counsel and assistance for qualified immigrants and their families. Services are accredited and fully confidential based on your needs.
Mid-Cape Immigrant Rights Coalition (https://midcapeirc.org/ ) is a grassroots organization that recognizes that protecting the rights of immigrants is a frontline issue for the entire community. When constitutional rights erode for one group, they will erode for all.
LGBTQ Support
PFLAG ( https://www.pflagcapecod.org/ ) To create a caring, just, and affirming world for LGBTQ+ people and those who love them.
We Thrive (https://www.wethrive.us/about) We aim to provide the environment and opportunities to people so that they can excel in their lives happily and confidently.
Cape Cod LGBTQ+ Senior Friends (https://www.capecodlgbtqseniorfriends.org/) Our social gatherings are the heart of our community — open, friendly, and full of good conversation!
Cape Cod Pride (https://capecodpride.net/) Cape Cod Pride is dedicated to celebrating and supporting the LGBTQ+ community across Cape Cod.
Senior Resources
Alzheimer’s Family Support Center (https://www.alzcaregiving.org/mission/)A place for you to find empowerment, comfort, and resources to support you as the caregiver of a loved one facing Alzheimer’s/Dementia.
Rock Harbor Respite (https://www.benchmarkseniorliving.com/benchmark-purpose-values/) We understand our residents’ needs and we work with them to help them engage with other individuals, activities, and passions that matter most to them
Dennis Center for Active Living https://dcalcapecod.org/) DCAL provides life enrichment programs focused on socialization, nutrition, physical activity, and engagement for Dennis residents 60 and over, as well as assistance for their families and caregivers.
ComForCare (https://www.comforcare.com/massachusetts/capecod/about-us/our-approach/) At ComForCare, we provide exceptional home care services to individuals in the communities we serve.
Cape Senior Home Healthcare (https://capeseniorhomehealthcare.com/) is dedicated to providing dignified, independent lifestyles for seniors at home with our personalized approach. Get the best care for your loved ones.
Elder Services for Cape Cod and the Islands (https://escci.org/about/#mission-history) is a nonprofit, community-based organization dedicated to promoting welfare, enhancing the quality of life, and maintaining the dignity of elders in Barnstable, Dukes (except Gosnold), and Nantucket Counties.
Golden Moves (https://goldenmovesusa.com/) supportive, professional fitness studio for adults 55+ who want expert coaching, safer progressions, better strength, improved balance, and more confidence in daily life.
Cape Cod Senior Resource Group (https://ccsrg.org/seniors-families/) unites caring professionals to build a strong, supportive community for seniors in the Cape Cod region, offering comprehensive resources, collaborative expertise, and essential funding through charitable initiatives.
MENTAL HEALTH
Cove Clubhouse (https://www.vinfenclubhouses.org/cove/ ) Cove Clubhouse is a community of support for individuals with mental health conditions.
Cape Cod “CredibleMind” (https://lowercape.crediblemind.com/ ) Self-service resources and clear pathways to care, all in one place.
NAMI Cape Cod and the Islands (https://namicapecod.org/) serves individuals and their families who are affected by the broad spectrum of mental illness and neurological disorders through support, education, and advocacy, and promotes mental wellness for all.
Duffy Health Center (https://www.duffyhealthcenter.org/) provides primary care, Mental Health Care, and Substance Use Disorder Treatment on Cape Cod
Cape and Islands Cognitive Behavioural Institute (https://www.capecbi.com/ ): The Cape & Islands Cognitive Behavioral Institute offers specialized treatment for individuals struggling with OCD and related disorders, including panic disorder, social anxiety, phobias, etc.
Bay Cove Cape Cod ( https://baycovehumanservices.org/ ): At Bay Cove, we believe that when people need help, they should get it, and we have always been committed to meeting people where they are in order to provide that help.