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508.430.8111
783 Route 28, Harwich Port
127 Airport Road, Hyannis
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Greetings!
Our heartfelt gratitude goes out to our attendees, sponsors, generous donors, and all who donated auction items for our 7th Annual Midsummer Soirée, our signature summer fundraiser! Your energy and generosity made the night unforgettable. Catch the spirit of the evening by watching the video below!
This month is special because as we celebrate National Nonprofit Day on August 17, and throughout the month of August, we honor National Black Business Month recognizing the vital contributions of Black entrepreneurs and nonprofit leaders in our community. We encourage you to explore and support Black-owned businesses through the Amplify POC Cape Cod Business Directory and the Love Live Local Directory. We’re also gearing up for the Second Summer Cycle on Sunday, September 14, and we’re thrilled to have over 65 riders signed up for Team WE CAN!
Need support or want to learn more? Call 508-430-8111 or visit wecancenter.org.
We're grateful for this season and this community. It means the world to have you here.
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Thank you for making our 7th annual
Midsummer Soirée a success!
What a night at Wequassett Resort and Golf Club! A stunning summer evening with spectacular views, delicious food, an awesome DJ, and our wonderful attendees who donated generously to a live auction and Fund-A-Need to support WE CAN's programs and services.
| Enjoy this is a short video of the magical evening captured by AC Creatives! | | | |
WE CAN's Community Breakfast
Save the Date | Friday, October 3, 2025
Join us for our annual Community Breakfast on Friday, October 3rd, from 7:30-9:30 am at the fabulous Sea View in Dennis Port. Come celebrate our participants, volunteers, supporters, and community partners with us. Enjoy a continental breakfast and a celebratory morning you won't want to miss.
Tickets on sale soon; contact Kait Brine at kaitlyn@wecancenter.org for information on sponsoring this event.
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Second Summer Cycle 2025
Sunday, September 14th
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Donate to Team WE CAN!
Help our dedicated riders reach their goal! Our riders are taking on 15 to 101 miles to raise funds for WE CAN and you can help power their journey! Every dollar raised supports WE CAN’s free, life-changing services for women on Cape Cod.
You can donate to Team WE CAN by clicking here.
Email Kait Brine kaitlyn@wecancenter.org for more information.
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Volunteer with us!
WE CAN is seeking Second Summer Cycle Day Of Volunteers! Support this charity bike ride that benefits 20 local nonprofits including WE CAN on Sunday, September 14th.
Sign up HERE and please note WE CAN as your organization.
Email Sunny Fellman sunny@wecancenter.org for details or questions.
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Additional Volunteer Opportunities
Join us and make a difference!
WE CAN is looking for volunteers:
Share your talents to support WE CAN’s mission. Whether you’re an attorney, a professional in your field, a student, or simply passionate about community, we’d love to hear from you!
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Community Builder Spotlight
Empower your business. Empower our community.
| | Chatham Cookware has been serving up quality coffee, sandwiches, and baked goods to locals and visitors since 2000, offering a warm, welcoming spot in the heart of the Cape Cod community. As Change Catalyst Community Builders, their support helps WE CAN provide essential programs and services to women across Cape Cod. We’re grateful to Chatham Cookware for nourishing both our community and our mission, one cup (and one sandwich) at a time. | | PathMaker Information Sessions 2025 | | The PathMakers Program is a facilitator-led peer mentoring program that empowers women through self-advocacy and personal growth. Using a strengths-based approach, participants gain confidence, support, and connection in a safe space. Each PathMaker selects a Mentoring partner to work toward a personal goal, meeting individually and in monthly group sessions in Hyannis, hosted by WE CAN. Discussions cover topics like self-compassion, personal srengths, and vision-setting. | | |
Ready to learn more? Register for an info session today!
All August info session open to interested PathMakers only
- Thursday, August 7
- 4:30 - 5:30pm | Hyannis
- Tuesday, August 12
- 12:00 - 1:00pm | via ZOOM
- Monday, August 18
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5:00 - 6:00pm | Harwich
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Wills and Estate Planning Workshop
Thursday, September 4th
5:30 - 7:00pm | Location: Hyannis
Facilitator: Thomas Rockwell
In this legal workshop, Attorney Tom Rockwell, will discuss the basics of planning for your future through wills and estate planning.
To register, please email Kimberly Hamblin at kimberly@wecancenter.org or call 508-430-8111
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Resiliency = Happier Life
Saturday, September 13th
9:00am - 12:00pm | Location: Hyannis
Facilitator: Lisa Brown
Life sends us challenges and changes… building resiliency supports our capacity to face those situations with greater success. In this interactive workshop we will dig deeper into what a resilient life looks like and how you, yourself, can strengthen your own resiliency. Attendees will have an online strength assessment to discover strengths you didn’t realize you had and how to tap into them. We’ll increase awareness of how you’ve built your resiliency, and not even realized it. We’ll look at current or anticipated challenges and look to boost your resiliency on the front end, so you can navigate them with greater ease. Resiliency is like a muscle… with intention we can strengthen it… Let’s learn how!
To register, please email Kimberly Hamblin at kimberly@wecancenter.org or call 508-430-8111
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Family Law Overview
Thursday, September 18th
5:00 - 6:30pm | Location: Hyannis
Facilitator: Nicole B. Norkevicius
“Everything Women Want to Know about Family Law but Are Afraid to Ask.” This free workshop will cover custody, support, and divorce, as well as providing an overview of key legal terms. Time will be set aside for Q & A.
To register, please email Kimberly Hamblin at kimberly@wecancenter.org or call 508-430-8111
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Homeownership: From Planning to Purchase
Thursday, September 25th
4:30 - 6:00pm | Location: Falmouth
Facilitators: Johanna Zarra & Emily Swartz
This workshop will help buyers navigate the home buying process with confidence. Gain expert insights, practical tips, and resources to make informed decisions on your journey to homeownership.
Time will be set aside for Q & A.
To register, please email Kimberly Hamblin at kimberly@wecancenter.org or call 508-430-8111
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Power Within Her Group
8 Tuesdays starting September 23rd - November 11th
9:00 - 11:00am | Location: Hyannis
Facilitator: Patricia Anglin
Power Within Her is an 8 week program of self-discovery. It is a structured, group-driven experience that offers guidance, support, encouragement, and accountability. Power Within Her is designed to create a safe, supportive and interactive platform where each participant feels a sense of belonging and can be heard and seen without judgement. In this workshop you will move from the question of, “Who am I” to the clear and powerful statement of, this is “Who I am”. It is a plan for discovery and growth and it is all about you.
We will be offering two info session to learn more about the program:
- Tuesday, August 26th 9:30-10:30 AM on ZOOM
- Tuesday, September 2nd 10-11 AM in person in Hyannis
To register or for more information, please email Kimberly Hamblin at kimberly@wecancenter.org or call 508-430-8111
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Circle of Support
6 Thursdays starting October 9th - November 20th
6:00 - 7:30pm | Location: Harwich
Facilitator: Ruth Anderson-Zabre
Circle of Support is a 6 week group facilitated by a trained mental health professional. Groups meet for 1.5 hours each week. Group is designed for women who are in the process of divorcing.
To register, please email Kimberly Hamblin at kimberly@wecancenter.org
or call 508-430-8111
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Financial Wellness Workshop Series
3 Wednesdays starting October 15 - October 29
All sessions 5:00 - 6:30pm | Location: Hyannis
Facilitator: Jim Curran
- October 15 - Debt Reduction & Credit Management
- October 22 - Saving & Investing
- October 29 - Building a Budget—Putting it All Together
We will be hosting a three-part Financial Wellness workshop series, introducing simple and approachable steps one can take to start building healthy budgeting and personal finance habits. You will be guided on your financial roadmap by Jim Curran, Director of Financial Know-How at Cape Cod 5. Jim will be sharing tools, tips and resources, both, mechanical and behavioral, to navigate your way toward a heathier relationship with your money.
To register, please email Kimberly Hamblin at kimberly@wecancenter.org or call 508-430-8111
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Divorce & Mortgage
Tuesday, October 28th
5:00 - 6:30pm | Location: Hyannis
Facilitators: Johanna Zarra & Chantal Hayes Rice
Facilitated by WE CAN volunteers Chantal Hayes Rice & Johanna Zarra, this workshop will guide you through the complexities of divorce and mortgages. Gain valuable insights on how divorce impacts home ownership, mortgage options, and financial strategies for securing your future. Whether you're considering keeping or selling your home, this session will provide you with the essential knowledge to make informed decisions. Plus, enjoy dedicated Q&A time just for you!
To register, please email Kimberly Hamblin at kimberly@wecancenter.org or call 508-430-8111
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Get the guidance you need to help reach your goals.
Free and confidential.
Call to schedule your personalized appointment:
508-430-8111
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LEGAL CONSULTATIONS
Volunteer attorneys can advise you on your legal rights in a free, 30 minute consultation. Issues can include, family law, custody, elder law, landlord-tenant, bankruptcy, immigration and more.
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CAREER SUPPORT
Expert career support volunteers can help with job searches, resume building, interview skills, or education & training.
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FINANCIAL EMPOWERMENT
Financial counseling and empowerment can assist with budgeting, debt management, mortgage & foreclosure issues, and more.
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BUSINESS SUPPORT
Business support volunteers guide women business owners on such topics as marketing, business recovery plans, financial planning, and sustainability.
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