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AIDS Support Group of Cape Cod (ASGCC)
Established in 1983 ASGCC is one of the first AIDS organizations created in the United States.
ASGCC provides care and services to people living with HIV/AIDS across Cape Cod and the Islands. We also provide comprehensive screening and testing services for HIV, Hepatitis C and other sexually transmitted infections.
Confidential testing services are offered in Provincetown at “Unit 10”, 336 Commercial Street on the 2nd floor or by calling 508-487-8311.
Case management and client services are offered at 96-98 Bradford Street and can be arranged by calling 508-487-9445 and asking to speak with a Case Manager.
P.O. Box 1522, 96-98 Bradford Street, Provincetown, MA, 02657
800 905-1170, 508 487-9445
Alzheimer’s Family Support Center of Cape Cod
The Alzheimer’s Family Support Center provides an array of free services to Cape Cod’s 10,000 families and individuals living with Alzheimer’s and other dementia-related diseases. Services include counseling, care consultation, phone support, support groups, education, connection to other available community services, and cultural events. All services are confidential and free of charge, regardless of ability to pay. If you, or someone you know, needs help, please call (508) 896-5170, email [email protected], or visit our website: www.alzheimerscapecod.org.
2095 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631
508 896-5170
Cape Light Compact
Cape Light Compact is an award winning energy services organization operated by the 21 towns and two counties on Cape Cod and Marthas Vineyard. The Compact’s mission is to serve its 200,000 customers through the delivery of proven energy efficiency programs, effective consumer advocacy, competitive electricity supply and green power options. For more information, visit www.capelightcompact.org
3195 Main Street, P.O. Box 427, Barnstable, MA 02630
508 375-6644
Cape School of Art
The Cape School of Art has a unique purpose: to educate the artist in the perception and use of color and light in representational painting. Through workshops, classes, and lectures we work to inform a new generation of artists, patrons, Provincetown residents and visitors about the teaching and enduring influence of American Impressionist Henry Hensche and his mentor Charles W. Hawthorne, founder of Provincetown’s historic art colony and the original Cape Cod School. Check our website for exciting class offerings for Summer 2014. All instructors are trained in the traditional Impressionist way of teaching as taught by Henry Hensche.
207 Route 6, P.O. Box 1365, Provincetown, MA, 02657
617 717-9568
CARE for the Cape and Islands
CARE for the Cape & Islands™ (CARE) was founded in 2012 to encourage, support, and create opportunities for visitors to donate their “time, talent, and treasure” to help preserve and protect the very things they travel here to see and enjoy: exquisite natural beauty, plant and wildlife habitats, Cape & Islands culture and history. Ultimately, CARE, which stands for Creating A Responsible Environment, seeks to tap travelers’ growing interest in and support of eco-tourism and green-travel, and their philanthropic inclinations to help ensure the long-term sustainability of the Cape & Islands as a unique travel destination and national treasure. Working with travel industry businesses, CARE helps to educate the public about the region’s fragile environment, create opportunities for travelers to contribute to local efforts that assist with the long-term environmental conservation and cultural heritage preservation, deepen their connection to the destination, and enhance the visitor experience.
Information about specific projects and how to get involved may be found the CARE website and Facebook page.
Information about specific projects and how to get involved may be found the CARE website and Facebook page.
P.O. Box 638, Yarmouthport, MA 02675
508 760-8187
CASAS (Carrie A. Seaman Animal Shelter)
The Carrie A. Seaman Animal Shelter is a no-kill animal shelter designed to support the wonderful animals of lower Cape Cod. We are staffed entirely by volunteers and all funding for our shelter is derived from donations and fund-raising events.
P.O. Box 1374, Provincetown, MA, 02657
508 487-4243
Center for Coastal Studies
Conducts scientific research with emphasis on marine mammals of the western North Atlantic and on the coastal and marine habitats and resources of the Gulf of Maine; promotes stewardship of coastal and marine ecosystems; and conducts educational activities and resources that encourage the responsible use and conservation of coastal and marine ecosystems. A nonprofit environment organization for research and education in the coastal and marine ecosystems, internationally known for its extensive research on the great whales found in this area. Open year round offering fields walks, lectures and educational programs to the public. Please call the Center with sightings of injured or dead marine mammals or sea turtles.
5 Holway Avenue, Provincetown, MA, 02657
508 487-3622
Community Development Partnership
The Community Development Partnership supports an array of programs that strengthen our Lower Cape community, providing greater opportunities for all who live here to thrive.
Our work starts with creating affordable homes—so essential to a healthy economy, but a real challenge in communities like ours where seasonal and vacation dynamics drive the market beyond the reach of many who live and work locally all year round.
We also work to launch entrepreneurs and strengthen local businesses. We believe a vibrant future depends on sustaining traditional industries and inspiring new ones—especially when they’re based on renewable natural resources such as fishing, farming, art and hospitality.
In all that we do, we aim to protect the natural environment around us—preserving the character and sustaining the future of this special place we call home.
3 Main Street Merchantile, Eastham, MA, 02642
508-240-7873
Fine Arts Work Center (FAWC)
The Fine Arts Work Center in Provincetown is an internationally renowned, nonprofit arts organization dedicated to providing a supportive environment and work and study space to emerging artists and writers. It offers 7 month residency fellowships; an open-enrollment summer workshop program in visual arts and creative writing; an MFA degree program in visual arts in collaboration with Massachusetts College of Art & Design; online writing classes; a free year-round series of readings, art talks and gallery exhibits open to the public; and other community programs in the arts and art education.
24 Pearl Street, Provincetown, MA, 02657
508 487-9960
Friends of Cape Wildlife
Friends of Cape Wildlife advocates for compassionate medical and rehabilitation treatment for ill, injured and orphaned wildlife on Cape Cod, and returning wildlife back to native habitats including freshwater and marine environments, woodlands, fields and skies. Year Round. We are a 501(c)3 tax exempt charity organization.
102 Bradford Street, Provincetown, MA 02657
508 375-3700
Helping Our Women (HOW)
A resource center for women with chronic, life threatening and/or disabling illness. Serving Provincetown, Truro, Wellfleet & Eastham on Cape Cod.
34 Conwell Street, Provincetown, MA, 02657
508 487-4357
Highland House Museum
The museum is located right next to the Highland Light. The building was once a summer resort hotel which was built in 1907. We have exhibits that highlight Truro and the Lower Cape’s history including Shipwrecks and Native Americans. We offer many free events throughout the summer which includes our Wednesday evening talks and concerts. Open June 1 to September 30, 2016, Monday to Saturday: 10:00AM to 4:30PM. You can learn more from our website www.trurohistoricalsociety.org.
6 Highland Light Road North Truro, MA 02652
508 487-3397
Inspiration Gatherings
Inspiration Gatherings is a 501c3 non profit organization which produces “Provincetown Inspiration Weekend” every first weekend of October. This event is a personal development inner well being experience designed to inspire you to your best life. The music is the curriculum and the lyrics and poetry of award winning independent musicians are the teaching tools!
P.O. Box 955, Truro, MA, 02666
650 743-0953
King Hiram’s Lodge A.F. & A.M.
A Paul Revere chartered Masonic Lodge, Chartered 1795. Meeting on first Monday of the month except September.
P.O. Box 854, Provincetown, MA, 02657
508 487-7175
Outer Cape Health Services (OCHS) – Harwich, Provincetown, Wellfleet
Visit the Outer Cape’s most modern health centers for high-quality primary and specialty care. Our experienced staff treats everyone with sensitivity and individual attention. For all locations, please call for an appointment. Same day appointments may be available. Provincetown Health Center, 49 Harry Kemp Way, Provincetown, MA 02657, 508 487-9395, TTY 508 487-9414, offering primary care, vision care, radiology, dermatology, mental health and other specialty services. Provincetown Pharmacy, 774-538-3333. Wellfleet Health Center, 3130 Route 6, Wellfleet, MA 02667, 508 349-3131, TTY 508 349-9103. Wellfleet Pharmacy, 2700 Route 6, Unit 3, Wellfleet, MA 02667, 508 214-0187. Harwich Health Center, 269 Chatham Road, Harwich, MA 02645, 508 432-1400. We accept most private and public insurance plans, including Medicare, MassHealth and Commonwealth Care. A sliding fee scale may also be available for those who qualify.
49 Harry Kemp Way, Provincetown, MA 02657
508 487-9395, TTY 508 487-9414
Payomet Performing Arts Center
One of Cape Cod’s leading presenters of music, circus, and theatre with a diverse mix of exciting entertainment with strong educational and social values. The summer music tent is located at Highlands Center, North Truro, and in the shoulder seasons Payomet presents at various venues throughout the Cape.
29 Old Dewline Road, North Truro MA, 02652
508 349-2424
Pilgrim Monument & Provincetown Museum (PMPM)
Pilgrim Monument and Provincetown Museum commemorates the first landfall of the Mayflower Pilgrims in Provincetown in 1620 where wrote and signed the Mayflower Compact. Visitors can climb the 252-foot monument for the most spectacular view on Cape Cod. The Museum provides visitors with a compelling presentation of Provincetown’s rich cultural heritage and special exhibitions and programs.
1 High Pole Hill Road, Provincetown, MA, 02657-1406
508 487-1310
Plymouth 400, Inc.
Plymouth 400, Inc. is the organization planning the events and programs commemorating 400th anniversary of the Mayflower voyage and the founding of Plymouth Colony in 2020. Plymouth 400 will highlight the cultural contributions and American traditions that began with the interaction of the Wampanoag and English peoples, a story that significantly shaped the building of America.
134 Court Street, Plymouth, MA, 02360
508 812-2020
Provincetown Art Association & Museum (PAAM)
The objects and purposes of this association shall be to promote and cultivate the practice and appreciation of all branches of the fine arts, to assemble and maintain in the town of Provincetown and environs a collection of works of art of merit, to hold exhibitions, and by forums, concerts and similar activities to promote education of the public in the arts and social intercourse between artists and laymen. To these ends it shall operate strictly within its charter as a nonprofit, educational, artistic and cultural organization.
460 Commercial Street, Provincetown, MA, 02657
508 487-1750
Provincetown Arts Magazine
Provincetown Arts, published every summer since 1985 Provincetown Arts focuses broadly on the artists, performers, and writers who inhabit or visit the tip of Cape Cod, and seeks to stimulate creative activity and enhance public awareness of the cultural life of the nation’s oldest continuous art colony.
650 Commercial Street, Provincetown, MA, 02657
508 487-3167
Provincetown Bears
Ptown Bears organizes Bear Week Provincetown, an international gathering of gay men, friends and admirers held annually in mid-July. Bears celebrate hirsute style and embrace a diversity of sizes and age. Founded in 2001, Bear Week Provincetown today attracts 8,000 to 10,000 tourists over a 9 day and 9 night schedule hosted by Ptown Bears in collaboration with local hotels and nightclubs. The event is capped off by a pair of community fundraiser balls. During Bear Week, Ptown Bears highlights Provincetown’s culinary, entertainment, cultural, and recreation resources. Please contact Provincetown Bears with questions or for information.
P.O. Box 1724, Provincetown, MA, 02657
781 982-1812
Provincetown Business Guild (PBG)
The PBG helps maintain the #1 Gay Community in America by promoting Provincetown
to the LGBTQ market worldwide, producing such events as the much loved Carnival, and Holly Folly.
to the LGBTQ market worldwide, producing such events as the much loved Carnival, and Holly Folly.
3 Freeman Street, Unit #2, Provincetown, MA, 02657
508 487-2313
Provincetown Cares, Inc.
Provincetown Cares is a non-profit organization dedicated to raising awareness and funds for women’s health and breast cancer through live entertainment. Launched in 2008, it stages an original live benefit performance each October in Provincetown, MA during Women’s Week and National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Since its founding in 2008, Provincetown Cares has become a recognized community leader in the fight for women’s health. Our proceeds directly benefit Helping Our Women (H.O.W.), Outer Cape Health, Fenway Health and Dr. Susan Love’s Army of Women Foundation. Provincetown Cares continues awarding 100 percent of gross funds raised through ticket sales and donations, thereby helping more women in need in our community. 51% of the proceeds stay in Provincetown and the outer Cape communities.
Please visit provincetowncares.com Get Involved. Make A Difference.
Please visit provincetowncares.com Get Involved. Make A Difference.
P.O. Box 603, Provincetown, MA, 02657
323 819-9447
Provincetown Community Compact, Inc.
The Provincetown Community Compact, Inc. (The Compact) was established in 1993 by Jay Critchley as a community-building and philanthropic organization to support living artists and the vitality of the arts community.
The mission of The Compact is to advance the health and cultural well being of the yearround Provincetown community and the Lower Cape – its people, the natural environment and the economy. It manages two dune shack residencies in the Cape Cod National Seashore and runs the Provincetown Swim for Life & Paddler Flotilla, which has raised $4M since 1988 for AIDS, women’s health and the community. The 29th Swim is set for September 10.
The Compact also acts as a grass-roots incubator (think-ubator) for social, environmental and artistic projects.
P.O. Box 819, Provincetown, MA, 02657
508 487-1930
Provincetown Community Television (PTV)
Provincetown Community Television (PTV) is a community media center and 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to providing a public forum for all Provincetown residents, nonprofit organizations, as well as governmental and educational institutions. We provide affordable training and access to emerging media technologies. PTV operates Provincetown’s public access cable television channel 17 Comcast. Members have access to a television studio, digital field production and editing equipment, a multimedia lab, and hands-on media training classes.
330 Commercial Street, Provincetown, MA 02657
508 487-0648
Provincetown Conservation Trust, Inc.
We are an all volunteer non profit 501 (3) c Land Trust. We protect and save land for open space in Provincetown!
P.O. Box 307, Provincetown, MA, 02657
Provincetown Dog Park Association – Pilgrim Bark Park
Opened in 2008 Pilgrim Bark Park is located on an acre of land where dogs can run free and socialize off leash. There is a general dog section and a section exclusively for small dogs under 25 pounds. The park is open year round from dawn to dusk.
Pilgrim Bark Park is located on the corner of Shank painter Rd. and Route 6. Parking is available and the park is handicap accessible.
Many of the park’s elements and sculptures where created and donated by local artists.
Although a public park, Pilgrim Bark Park, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, relies 100% on private donations for its on-going maintenance and improvements. To learn more about Pilgrim Bark Park and Provincetown’s pet friendly businesses and amenities, visit our website: www.provincetowndogpark.org.
P.O. Box 1898, Provincetown, MA, 02657
508 487-5166
Provincetown Film Society Inc.
The Provincetown Film Society (PFS) is a year-round non-profit dedicated to continuing the founding mission of the Provincetown Art Colony – to provide a welcoming, nurturing and inspiring environment for boundless and authentic creative exploration – in film. From the time it was founded in 1998 the Society has been committed to serving its communities who are often outside of the mainstream, in the margins, or otherwise underserved – but have a voice critical to the evolution of artistic expression. It has also been dedicated to the celebration of Provincetown – an American treasure nestled amongst spectacular National Seashore beaches, and a shining example of diversity and inclusion.
Through the Provincetown International Film Festival Festival, Waters Edge Cinema (located in Whaler’s Wharf), Gabrielle A. Hanna Institute for film & media residencies and conferences the Society endeavors to provide year-round programming and support to aspiring, up-and-coming and established filmmakers, and to connect them with curious and engaged audiences globally.
237 Commercial Street, 5th Floor, Provincetown, MA, 02657
508 487-FILM (3456)
Provincetown Jazz Festival
Since 2005, the Provincetown Jazz Festival has been held in Provincetown, the Oldest Continuous Art Colony in the United States. The festival is a Non-Profit Organization and donates a portion of the proceeds to worthy causes. Jazz musicians from the United States, South America, Canada, United Kingdom, Europe, Australia, and New Zealand have appeared at concerts in Provincetown and Cotuit on Cape Cod.
36 Freedom Trail, Orleans, MA, 02653
508-274-2513
Provincetown PTA
Provincetown PTA is a diverse group of individuals dedicated to the promotion of children’s health, well-being, and educational success. Through strong parent, family, and community involvement we advocate responsible educational policies in the Provincetown Schools, provide financial assistance for special school needs, and sponsor supervised social events for children attending the Provincetown Schools. Like us on Facebook!
12 Winslow Street, Provincetown, MA, 02657
Provincetown Public Library
Traditional public library also serves as community center for summer visitors and year-round residents. Home of the Heritage Museum collection and Rose Dorothea 66′ foot schooner replica. Open Mon & Fri 10am-5pm; Tues, Weds & Thu 10am-8pm; Sat & Sun 1pm-5pm
356 Commercial Street, Provincetown, MA, 02657
508 487-7094
Provincetown Theater
Building on the legacy of Tennessee Williams, Susan Glaspell and Eugene O’Neill the Provincetown Theater is forging its own identity by promoting and sustaining the performing arts on the Outer Cape. Our state-of-the-art facility is active year-round, hosting or producing community based and professional theater, theater arts classes and a children’s theater program. The Provincetown Theater has distinguished itself through collaboration with other arts organizations and its dedication to new works and local artists.
238 Bradford Street, Provincetown, MA, 02657
508 487-7487
Soup Kitchen of Provincetown
Established in 1992, the SOUP KITCHEN IN PROVINCETOWN (SKIP) is in its twentieth year of providing hot, nourishing meals to needy Provincetown residents, November through April, Monday through Friday. The number of guests we now serve is over 100 day considerably up from prior years. SKIPs goal is to provide nutritious and healthful meals in a welcoming and warm atmosphere to all individuals in the community who are either in need or seek community. The lack of proper nutrition for many in Provincetown is an ongoing challenge, particularly as it relates to the towns seasonally employed and chronically unemployed residents.
10 Shank Painter Road, Provincetown, MA, 02657
The Generations Project
The Generations Project is an NYC based nonprofit organization that bridges the gap between generations of LGBTQ people and allies through live storytelling and other unique events. In its effort to document, preserve, and share LGBTQ history, The Generations Project brings people of all ages together to celebrate and acknowledge the many journeys that have led our communities to where they are today.
The Generations Project is hosting a series of events in Ptown this summer from July 29th – August 5th, including the filming of “The Ptown Show” on July 31st at Paramount which will document LGBTQ history of Ptown told through stories and residents. This event is hosted by Broadway actor and life coach, Kyle Post, as well as the NYC and growing Ptown Generations Project community.
We welcome people of all ages to join The Generations Project in our efforts to create “History Week” in Ptown by Summer 2018. Have a story you’d like to share about Ptown? Would you like to donate to this project? Go to thegenerationsproject.org or e-mail [email protected] to get more involved!
P.O. Box 110738, Brooklyn, NY
415 676-9767
Twenty Summers
Twenty Summers is a nonprofit arts organization in Provincetown, founded to foster public engagement with art and artists and to honor the legacy of art in Provincetown. From mid-May to mid-June each year, Twenty Summers hosts a month-long series open to the public, featuring concerts and conversations and more, in the restored historic Hawthorne Barn. During this time the barn also becomes home to weekly artists in residence who use the barn’s space as it was originally intended — to create art.
The Hawthorne Barn, 29 Miller Hill Road, P.O. Box 864, Provincetown, MA, 02657
508 812-0278
Waters Edge Cinema
In 2013, the Provincetown Film Society purchase and renovated the 70-seat Whaler’s Wharf Cinema now the Waters Edge Cinema (WE). Upgrades include state of the art HD Digital video and sound in our two screening rooms to offer first run animation, documentary, foreign language and short films. Our annual offerings include first run independent and art house films, mini-film festivals, guest programming selections, including screening opportunities for filmmakers, students and a venue for parties, lectures, book signings and more. Contact us to rent the space, advertise on screen or to become a member.
237 Commercial Street, 3th Floor inside Whaler’s Wharf, Provincetown, MA, 02657
508 487-FILM (3456)
West End Racing Children’s Community Sailing
We provide low-cost, affordable instruction in sailing and sailboat racing in a fun and safe environment to children in Provincetown and Truro. The West End Racing Children’s Community Sailing program is a non-profit children’s sailing organization for ages 8-14 providing lessons and equipment for a seasonal registration fee of $50. The program is open to both residents and visitors from Provincetown and Truro. There will be a program instructor and assistant instructors on duty at all times. Regular hours are 9-noon and 1-4 pm weekdays in July and August varying with the weather and tides. We are located at 83 Commercial Street, Provincetown, MA.
83 Commercial Street, Provincetown, MA, 02657
Wild Care, Inc.
WILD CARE, INC. is a non profit wildlife rehabiliation center. Wild Care’s mission is to treat injured, ill and orphaned native wildlife, for release back into the wild, to prevent wildlife casualties through public education and live counseling and to engage the community in conservation through volunteerism. Since our founding WILD CARE has accepted over 25,000 wild creatures, representing 275 species of birds, mammals and reptiles. WILD CARE receives 800 to 1,400 wild animals per year for treatment. If you find an injured, orphaned or sick animal, please call our emergency hotline at 508-240- 2255. Wild Care is open 7 days a week from 9:00am -5:00pm throughout the year with extended summer hours. Our Center is located at 10 Smith Lane, Eastham. We accept monetary and in kind donations to help us with our animal care. Please visit our website at www.wildcarecapecod.org to learn more and learn about our volunteer opportunities.
10 Smith Lane, Eastham, MA, 02642
508 240-2255
WOMR 92.1 FM, Lower Cape Communications, Inc.
In 1976 a small band of radio visionaries was inspired to create a community radio station in Provincetown. It took several years for them to realize their dream, but finally WOMR, Outermost Community Radio, went on the air in 1982. WOMR broadcasts at 92.1 FM from Provincetown, and since 2010, at 91.3 FM (WFMR) from Orleans. Over 100 volunteers contribute their time and talents to create WOMR’s diverse and special programming. There are very few, if any, radio stations like WOMR in the country. A non-profit organization, WOMR is not affiliated with any educational institution, and derives it’s financial support from listeners, businesses and grant making organizations. For more information about WOMR’s programming, volunteer opportunities, and how to you can become a member, visit WOMR’s website: www.womr.org
P.O. Box 975, 494 Commercial St., 2nd. floor, Provincetown, MA, 02657
800 921-WOMR (9667), 508 487-2619
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