The Cape and Islands United Way aims to support and encourage local volunteerism through funding opportunities. They seek to engage residents in volunteer projects that improve community landscapes and highlight the value of volunteer work.
The Micro Grants program provides one-time funding opportunities, typically around $2,500, to local volunteer projects on Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard, or Nantucket. Eligible organizations include nonprofits, schools, councils of aging, parent/youth organizations, or other community groups engaging in volunteerism. The program focuses on projects that address local concerns, promote beautification, clean up and improvements, encourage neighborhood collaboration, are youth-centered or multi-generational, and have environmental impacts.