News Release: 8/4/2026
IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Wendy Cullinan, President and CEOAugust 4, 2026 508-362-3559 x111Habitat for Humanity of Cape Cod Announces Retirement of President & CEO Wendy Cullinan; Tara Cronin Named SuccessorYARMOUTH PORT, MA – After 14 years of dedicated service to Habitat for Humanity of Cape Cod, President & CEO Wendy Cullinan has announced her retirement, effective at the end of this year. Cullinan has served as President & CEO for the
Wall Raising Ceremonies for Habitat Cape Cod’s Builds in Brewster and Falmouth – Public Welcome
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Media Contact:Wendy Cullinan, President & CEOAugust 3, 2026 wendy@habitatcapecod.org, 508-362-3559 x111 Wall Raising Ceremonies for Habitat Cape Cod’s Builds in Brewster and Falmouth – Public Welcome BREWSTER AND FALMOUTH, MA – Habitat for Humanity of Cape Cod will host two Wall Raising Ceremonies for its upcoming builds in Brewster and Falmouth. The public is invited to watch as the walls are raised and the journey to homeownership begins for
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Cape Cod Healthcare Announces August Blood Drives
For Immediate Release Contact: Lisa Connors e. llconnors@capecodhealth.org Cape Cod Healthcare Announces August Blood Drives (Hyannis, July 31) Cape Cod Hospital and Falmouth Hospital are in urgent need of blood
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Cape & Islands United Way Awards More Than $580,000 to 44 Local Nonprofits Across Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket
Contact: Mark Skala, Cape and Islands United Way Phone: 508-775-4746 Email: mskala@uwcapecod.org Website: www.capeandislandsuw.org FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Cape & Islands United Way Awards More Than $580,000 to 44 Local Nonprofits Across Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket HYANNIS, Mass. — The Cape & Islands United Way (CIUW) has awarded more than $580,000 in Community Impact Grant funding to 44 nonprofit organizations serving residents across Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard, and Nantucket. The
Cape & Islands United Way to Honor Lee Ann Hesse as 2026 Woman of Impact
Contact: Mark Skala, Cape and Islands United Way Phone: 508-775-4746 Email: mskala@uwcapecod.org Website: www.capeandislandsuw.org FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Cape & Islands United Way to Honor Lee Ann Hesse as 2026 Woman of Impact Community leader recognized at annual Power of the Purse event for decades of service and philanthropy HYANNIS, Mass. — Few people have spent more than three decades quietly building stronger communities on Cape Cod than Lee Ann Hesse. From helping launch a
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Cape Cod Hospital and Falmouth Hospital Nationally Recognized for Commitment to Providing High-Quality Stroke Care
For Immediate Release Contact: Julie Badot jjbadot@capecodhealth.org Cape Cod Hospital and Falmouth Hospital Nationally Recognized for Commitment to Providing High-Quality Stroke Care (Hyannis, MA, July 15, 2026) –
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Cape Cod Healthcare Seeks Community Benefits Grant Applicants
For Immediate Release Contact: Lisa Connors llconnors@capecodhealth.org Cape Cod Healthcare Seeks Community Benefits Grant Applicants (Hyannis, MA – July 15, 2026) – Cape Cod Healthcare (CCHC) is pleased to release
Christmas Tree Shops Sign Auction Goes Live!
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Media Contact:Wendy Cullinan, President & CEOJuly 13, 2026 wendy@habitatcapecod.org, 508-362-3559 x111 Christmas Tree Shops Sign Auction Goes Live!YARMOUTH PORT, MA —Bidding is now open for a unique online auction featuring two original, 27-foot exterior building signs from the beloved Christmas Tree Shops. Proceeds from the auction will directly benefit Habitat for Humanity of Cape Cod’s mission to build affordable, permanent
Cape Cod Hospital Redesignated as Baby-Friendly Facility
For Immediate Release Contact: Julie Badot e. jjbadot@capecodhealth.org Cape Cod Hospital Redesignated as Baby-Friendly Facility (Hyannis, July 10, 2026) The Family Birthplace at Cape Cod Hospital is proud to announce that it has achieved the highly prestigious international Baby-Friendly redesignation after a rigorous review process conducted by Baby-Friendly
Urgent Need for O Negative Blood at Cape Cod Hospital
For Immediate Release Contact: Lisa Connors e. llconnors@capecodhealth.org Urgent Need for O Negative Blood at Cape Cod Hospital (Hyannis, July 8, 2026) The Cape Cod Hospital Blood Bank is in urgent need of
Christmas Tree Shops Sign Summer Auction Benefits Habitat for Humanity of Cape Cod
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Media Contact:Wendy Cullinan, President & CEOJune 22, 2026 wendy@habitatcapecod.org, 508-362-3559 x111 Christmas Tree Shops Sign Summer Auction Benefits Habitat for Humanity of Cape Cod YARMOUTH PORT, MA — Habitat for Humanity of Cape Cod is hosting an online auction featuring two original, 27-foot exterior building signs from the iconic Christmas Tree Shops. Bidding opens on Monday, July 13th and closes on Sunday, August 2nd,
Marieluise Hutchinson’s “Coming Home” Collection to Benefit Habitat for Humanity of Cape Cod
IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Wendy Cullinan, President and CEOJune 4, 2026 508-362-3559 x111 Marieluise Hutchinson’s “Coming Home” Collection to Benefit Habitat for Humanity of Cape CodYARMOUTH PORT, MA – Support local families and bring a piece of New England home with the "Coming Home" collection by renowned artist Marieluise Hutchinson, available this June through December. This exclusive partnership benefits Habitat for
Habitat for Humanity of Cape Cod Appoints Ashley Horta to the Board
IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Wendy Cullinan, President and CEOMay 31, 2026 508-362-3559 x111 Habitat for Humanity of Cape Cod Appoints Ashley Horta to the BoardYARMOUTH PORT, MA – Habitat for Humanity of Cape Cod is pleased to announce the appointment of Ashley Horta to its Board of Directors. Ashley is the Director of Talent for The Barnstable Group, bringing over a decade of experience in human
Habitat Cape Cod Secures Record $2M Grant for North Falmouth Project
Habitat Cape Cod Secures Record $2M Grant for North Falmouth Project NORTH FALMOUTH, MA – Habitat for Humanity of Cape Cod is proud to announce that its North Falmouth affordable homeownership development is now 89% funded, thanks in part to a newly awarded $2 million grant through MassHousing’s Neighborhood Stabilization Program, the largest grant ever received for a single project by Habitat for Humanity of Cape Cod. This milestone builds on the transformative early support of the Catania family,
Habitat Cape Cod to Host 9th Annual Ride for Homes - Sponsored by KAM Appliances on Sunday, September 13th
Habitat Cape Cod to Host 9th Annual Ride for HomesSponsored by KAM Appliances on Sunday, September 13th YARMOUTH PORT, MA – Habitat for Humanity of Cape Cod will host its 9th Annual Ride for Homes, sponsored by KAM Appliances, on Sunday, September 13, 2026. The event will begin and end at the US Coast Guard Station at the Cape Cod Canal in Sandwich. Participants can choose from three cycling routes or two walk/run options. The 50-mile ride begins at 7:00 a.m. and departs for the Shining Sea Bike Path
Cape Builders Rally to Tackle Housing Crisis with One-Week Habitat Home Build
Cape Builders Rally to Tackle Housing Crisis with One-Week Habitat Home Build Groundbreaking Ceremony Set for April 28 at Gifford Street Extension, Falmouth Build Site FALMOUTH, MA — This fall, hundreds of Cape Cod builders, subcontractors, suppliers, and small businesses will set aside their busy workloads and donate labor and materials to build a three-bedroom home in just one week for Habitat for Humanity of Cape Cod. A groundbreaking ceremony will take place on April 28, marking the start of
Press Release: Habitat for Humanity of Cape Cod Promotes Daniel Allen to Director of Construction
Habitat for Humanity of Cape Cod Promotes Daniel Allen to Director of Construction YARMOUTH PORT, MA — Habitat for Humanity of Cape Cod is pleased to announce the promotion of Yarmouth resident and Cape Cod native Daniel Allen as its new Director of Construction, effective January 2026. He will succeed Bob Ryley, who has held the position since 2011 and will retire at the end of 2025. Dan joined Habitat Cape Cod in July 2024 as Construction Project Manager and brought a wealth of experience from his career
Habitat Cape Cod Hosts Home Dedication Ceremony Welcoming Four Families to Wellfleet
IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Wendy Cullinan, President and CEONovember 26, 2025 508-362-3559 x111 Habitat Cape Cod Hosts Home Dedication CeremonyWelcoming Four Families to Wellfleet WELLFLEET, MA – Habitat for Humanity of Cape Cod announces the upcoming Home Dedication Ceremony for four newly completed, energy-efficient homes on Old Kings Highway in Wellfleet. Over the past year, the four families have contributed sweat equity alongside
Habitat for Humanity of Cape Cod Receives Original Christmas Tree Shops Signs — Future Auction to Benefit Affordable Homeownership Program
IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Wendy Cullinan, President and CEONovember 18, 2025 508-362-3559 x111 Habitat for Humanity of Cape Cod Receives Original Christmas Tree Shops Signs — Future Auction to Benefit Affordable Homeownership Program YARMOUTH PORT, MA - A beloved piece of Cape Cod history has found a new home with Habitat for Humanity of Cape Cod. Two original
Five Distinguished Awards Honor Exceptional Habitat Cape Cod Partners and Volunteers
IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Wendy Cullinan, President and CEONovember 6, 2025 508-362-3559 x111Five Distinguished Awards Honor Exceptional Habitat Cape Cod Partners and Volunteers Yarmouth Port, MA – Habitat for Humanity of Cape Cod hosted its 2025 Annual Meeting and Volunteer and Donor Appreciation Celebration on October 9, 2025, at the West Dennis Yacht Club, generously sponsored by Shepley
Habitat for Humanity of Cape Cod Appoints Five New Directors to the Board
IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Wendy Cullinan, President and CEOOctober 23, 2025 508-362-3559 x111Habitat for Humanity of Cape Cod Appoints Five New Directors to the BoardYarmouth Port, MA – Habitat for Humanity of Cape Cod is pleased to announce the appointment of five new members to its Board of Directors: Peter Brooks, retired finance executive; Charlotte Green of Cape & Coast Bank; Steve Jenney of Oceanside
Catania Family Makes Transformative Donation to Habitat for Humanity of Cape Cod
IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Wendy Cullinan, President and CEOOctober 15, 2025 508-362-3559 x111 Catania Family Makes Transformative Donation to Habitat for Humanity of Cape Cod FALMOUTH, MA – Habitat for Humanity of Cape Cod is excited to announce a transformative donation from the Catania Family, supporting the development of a new 14-home neighborhood at the Benjamin Nyes Lane property in North
Habitat for Humanity of Cape Cod Welcomes Paul Manganella as Finance Director
IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Wendy Cullinan, President and CEO September 30, 2025 508-362-3559 x111 Habitat for Humanity of Cape Cod Welcomes Paul Manganella as Finance DirectorYARMOUTH PORT, MA — Habitat for Humanity of Cape Cod is pleased to announce Sandwich resident Paul Manganella as its new Finance Director. He succeeds longtime Chief Financial Officer Peter Brooks, who retired in July. Paul joined Habitat
