Newsletter
MARCH 2025
- Seeking Nominations for Annual Community Service and Entrepreneurship Awards
- Coastal Bridal Boutique Welcomes All
- Amanda Bebrin Shares Personal Essay
- Pam Andersen Celebrates 15 Years with the CDP
- CDP New Office Open House March 27th
- CDP Annual Meeting May 7th
- Summer Evening on the Farm August 19th ~ sponsorships available!
READ OUR MARCH 2025 CDP NEWSLETTER
February 2025
- Welcome New Board Leadership: Bill Madden
- Take our Donor & Supporter Survey
- CDP New Office Open House March 27th
- Donor Thank-a-thon February 12th
- Seeking Nominations for Our Community Service Awards
- Highlights: CDP Programs and CDP Client Salty Market
READ OUR FEBRUARY 2025 CDP UPDATE
January 2025
- CDP Moves to New Offices in Orleans
- Fred Bell Way in Wellfleet Receives Rooftop Solar Energy System
- Chatham Fisherman Benefits from CDP Assistance to Launch His Business
- Welcome New Board Leadership: Maxine Minkoff
- Celebrating Generosity and Service: David and Gail Oppenheim
- CDP Staff Support Brazilian Resource Center
READ OUR JANUARY 2025 NEWSLETTER
December 2024
- 2024 IMPACT
- Katie and Natalia built an ADU and became housing advocates
- Wendy shares her journey to housing stability
- Creating affordable, beautiful, and green housing
- Emily learned tools to help her business grow and thrive
- Liam found financial support and encouragement
- Sean is living the life of a fisherman and a prepared small business owner
- Meet Our Mission Makers
READ OUR DECEMBER 2024 NEWSLETTER
November 2024
- Breaking Ground on The Residences at Lawrence Hill in Wellfleet
- From Canal House to a Stable Home
- Homegrown Boutique: A Woman-owned Business in Orleans with Deep Roots
- Use Your Voice in Project 365
READ OUR NOVEMBER 2024 NEWSLETTER
October 2024
- CDP Launches Strategic Planning Process
- An Interview with Gwen Pelletier, former CDP CEO & President
- CDP Referral Program Supports Small Business / Wild Water Collective
- Affordable Housing Glossary, A to Z
READ OUR OCTOBER 2024 NEWSLETTER
September 2024
- Affordable Homes Act
- 10th Annual Summer Evening on the Farm -- THANK YOU!
- ADU Eases Eastham Residents' Housing Concerns
- Detailed Summary of the Affordable Homes Act
- Finding Peace and Growth on Lower and Outer Cape Cod
READ OUR SEPTEMBER 2024 NEWSLETTER
August 2024
- Affordable Homes Act
- A Summer Evening on the Farm
- CDP Housing Development Pipeline
- As You Wish Kitchen... it's not inconceivable!
- Finding Self-Fulfillment Helping Others and Serving Community: Judy Scanlon and Sigurd Winslow
READ OUR AUGUST 2024 NEWSLETTER
July 2024
- A Summer Evening on the Farm
- A Key to Recovery is a Safe Place to Live: Canal House
- CDP Economic Development Committee
- A Summer Chapel Making a Meaningful Impact: Chapel of Saint James the Fisherman in Wellfleet
June 2024
- Community Investment Tax Credit Program
- A Summer Evening on the Farm
- Promoting Community Through Housing Stability: Trevor Pittinger
- Developing Entrepreneurs for Sustained Growth and Success: Chase Hiffernan, Coyote Kayaks and The Yoga Joint
- Doubling Impact Through the CITC Program: Jack Hornor and Ron Skinn
May 2024
- 2023 ANNUAL REPORT
- Welcome Our New Board Members
- CDP's Lower Cape Housing Institute: Empowering elected officials and residents to bring about positive change in our communities
- CDP's Micro-loan Program and Business Assistance: Promoting Block & Tackle Restaurant's Growth and Sustainability
- Congratulations to Our Annual Award Recipients
April 2024
- 32nd CDP Annual Meeting
- Green and Healthy Affordable Housing
- Shellfish Quota Program: Delivering Success and Hope for Fishermen and Conservation Efforts
- Supporter Spotlight: Alison Supple Evans
READ OUR APRIL 2024 NEWSLETTER
March 2024
- Housing Stability Possible with the CDP
- Making Mean Burgers and New Opportunities
- CDP Spotlight: Housing Advocacy Team
- Notable News
READ OUR MARCH 2024 NEWSLETTER
February 2024
- The CDP's Home Ownership Education Program (HOEP)
- Local Chef’s Dream Realized
- Responding to Community Needs
- Seeking Nominations for Annual Community Service and Entrepreneurship Awards
READ OUR FEBRUARY 2024 NEWSLETTER
January 2024
- New Volunteer Leadership & Gratitude for Service
- Farewell from Steve Cole, Immediate Past Chair, CDP Board of Directors
- Commitment to Sustainable Development & Greening of Affordable Housing
- Inspiration Propels Local Artist’s Business
READ OUR JANUARY 2024 NEWSLETTER
December 2023
- 2023 IMPACT
- Cara became a first-time homeowner.
- Bernadette energizes her art business with CDP workshops & assistance.
- Erik shares his voice to address critical issues, like housing.
- Katy established a bricks and mortar location for her growing business.
- The Melander Family is building an ADU to live together, independently.
- George expanded his food business.
November 2023
- Coming Full Circle – Family Taking Care of Family
- Growing a Business and Legacy
- CDP Team: Meeting People Where They're At
October 2023
- Partnering to Leverage Success
- Supporting Steps to Homeownership
- Locally Grown, Locally Focused
September 2023
- CDP Empowers Business Owners and Entrepreneurs
- A Key to Housing is in Our Backyards
- Thank You for Making the 9th Annual A Summer Evening on the Farm One of the Best Yet!
August 2023
- Helping Sugar Surf Find a Permanent Home
- A Rising Tide Is a Time for Action
- Why Support 'A Summer Evening on the Farm'?
July 2023
- Helping Local Artists with the Art of Business
- Meet Amanda Bebrin, the CDP’s Director of Housing Advocacy
- Lisa Guyon - Making a Difference
June 2023
- Allard Farm Grows with Help from the Community Development Partnership
- Harbor Hill Resident Wins Provincetown Select Board Election
- Supporter Spotlight: Dorothy Herb Montgomery
May 2023
- The Community Development PartnershipOffers Workshops for Local Artists
- Stand up for Housing at Town Meeting
- Supporter Spotlight: Dorothy Savarese
April 2023
- Deepwater Dogs Expands their Business with Help from the CDP
- Lower Cape Housing & ADU Resource Center Turns One
- Supporter Spotlight: Bill and Judi Weil
March 2023
- The CDP Helps Cycling Business Build a Permanent Home
- Lower and Outer Cape Towns Emphasize Community Engagement
- Supporter Spotlight: Jeanne Cole
February 2023
- The CDP Helps Fishermen’s Cooperative Outfit Commercial Kitchen
- The CDP’s Affordable Rental Allows a Local Family to Save for Homeownership
- Supporter Spotlight: Gail Sullivan
January 2023
- The CDP Helps a Local Business Relaunch and Rebrand
- The Lower Cape Community Housing Partnership: Revamped and Refocused
- Supporter Spotlight: Bill Madden
READ OUR JANUARY NEWSLETTER
December 2022
- Meet the people and businesses who we helped in 2022!
READ OUR DECEMBER NEWSLETTER
November 2022
- The Salty Market Farm_Stand is Innovating the Outer Cape Food Scene
- Supporting Independent Lifestyles through Affordable Housing
- Supporter Spotlight: Michael Herman
READ OUR NOVEMBER NEWSLETTER
October 2022
- Providing Affordable Housing for Families
- The CDP Receives Loan Funds to Support Underserved Communities
- Supporter Spotlight: St. Christopher's Church
READ OUR OCTOBER NEWSLETTER
September 2022
- Local Housing Projects Continue to Make Steady Progress
- Turning a Passion into a Business
- Supporter Spotlight: Dan Wolf
August 2022
- Implementing New Technology with Help from the CDP
- A Proactive Approach to Housing Advocacy
READ OUR AUGUST NEWSLETTER HERE
July 2022
- Preserving Year-Round Housing While Providing Excellent Service
- Learning New Skills to Support the CDP's Mission
- Our 8th Annual Summer Evening on the Farm
June 2022
- Helping Businesses Achieve Long-Term Success
- Finding Community on the Outer Cape
- Community Development Partnership Held 30th Annual Meeting
- 2022 Town Meeting Results
May 2022
- CDP Helps Small Businesses Apply for Mass Growth Capital Grant Programs
- CDP and HPC Team up to Launch the Lower Cape Housing and ADU Resource Center
- Three new Members Join the CDP’s Board of Directors
April 2022
- Creating Opportunities for Local Fishermen
- Providing Housing for Essential Workers
- Supporter Spotlight: Christina Bologna
March 2022
- Meeting the Diverse Needs of Local Businesses
- Finding Long-Term Housing at Thankful Chases Pathway
- Supporter Spotlight: Jeff and Jennifer Cusack
February 2022
- The CDP Helps a New Landscaping Business Get Started
- Harbor Hill Allows Local Pastry Chef to Stay in Town
- Supporter Spotlight: Heather Hill
January 2022
- Shifting our Strategy: A New Focus on Small Business Outreach
- Creating a Welcome Environment for Recovery
- Supporter Spotlight: Fran McClennen
READ OUR JANUARY NEWSLETTER
December 2021
- Meet the people and businesses who we helped in 2021!
November 2021
- Funding Local Fisherman: How a Loan from the CDP helped Sam Fuller Start his Business
- From Business to Housing: Meeting the Needs of Local Residents
- Supporter Spotlight: Carole Ridley
READ OUR NOVEMBER NEWSLETTER
October 2021
- The Importance of Collaboration
- One Lucky Resident Finds Affordable HousingThrough the Wellfleet Buy-Down Program
- Supporter Spotlight: Tom and Liz Coleman
READ OUR OCTOBER NEWSLETTER
September 2021
- Reimagining Their Business with Help from the CDP
- Tackling the Housing Affordability Crisis: The CDP/POAH Partnership Proposal for Lawrence Road in Wellfleet
- A Successful Summer Evening on the Farm
August 2021
- Serving up Smiles with Help From the CDP
- A Gift on the Road to Sobriety
- Supporter Spotlight: Marshall Slocum
July 2021
- Ann Ellis: Learning to Receive Assistance
- Chatham 365: Building Support for Affordable Housing
- Supporter Spotlight: Marin Reinhardt
June 2021
- Nick Nickerson: Fisherman turned Artist
- Make your Voice Heard at Town Meeting
- Supporter Spotlight: Jill Stauffer
May 2021
- Jo Johnson: Learning New Skills After a Life in Business
- CDP's Affordable Housing Media Campaign: We Can't Afford to Lose the People who Can't Afford to Live Here
- Supporter Spotlight: David Panagore
April 2021
- Nola Glatzel: Turning a passion into a business
- Housing Rehab: Preserving homes for future generations
- Supporter Spotlight: Peter Hocking
READ OUR APRIL NEWSLETTER HERE
March 2021
- Snowy Owl: Overcoming the odds to find success
- From Thankful Chases to first time home owners
- Supporter Spotlight: Janet Reinhardt
READ OUR MARCH NEWSLETTER HERE
February 2021
- Adventure Decor: Taking the steps towards recovery
- Harbor Hill: Housing is good for business
- Supporter Spotlight: Anne Sigsbee and Cecil Newcomb
READ OUR FEBRUARY NEWSLETTER HERE
January 2021
- Karol Richardson: Asking for assistance in a time of need
- The Lower Cape Housing Institute Reimagined
- Collaboration will better serve the community
READ OUR JANUARY NEWSLETTER HERE
November 2020
- The Fox & Crow: a call to respond to food insecuirty
- Finding Stability at Thankful Chases Pathway
- Supporter Spotlight: Kyle Takakjian
READ OUR NOVEMBER NEWSLETTER HERE
October 2020
- Shoal Hope Ciderworks: Answering the crisis with innovation
- Housing Rehab helps new homeowners address needed repairs
- Supporter Spotlight: Paul Ruchinskas
READ OUR OCTOBER NEWSLETTER HERE
September 2020
- The Local Scoop: Delivering joy in difficult times
- An Update from The Lower Cape Community Housing Partnership
- Alison Alessi and Jason Stoots: Affordable housing that is attractive and environmentally sustainable
READ OUR SEPTEMBER NEWSLETTER HERE
August 2020
- Adam Howard: Finding community at Harbor Hill
- Laura Shabott: the business of being an artist
- Supporter Spotlight: Manny and Liz Smith on working for real systemic change
READ OUR AUGUST NEWSLETTER HERE
July 2020
- Life lessons from past mistakes lead to sobriety at Canal House
- Pivoting your business: Tapping into the entrepreneurial spirit to overcome the coronavirus
- Supporter Spotlight: Matt Cole on becoming the board president and navigating a pandemic
June 2020
- Safe, Stable and Affordable Housing for a Longtime Resident
- Staying Connected While Apart: Community Conversations and Pub Night
- Supporter Spotlight: Howard Burchman
READ OUR JUNE NEWSLETTER HERE
May 2020
- Helping our residents in a time of crisis
- The new normal: running a business during a global pandemic
- Supporter spotlight: Brett Tolley
April 2020
- The CDP remains "Open for Business"
- Harbor Hill residents can rest easy...now they have stable housing
- Mobile Mixers: Bringing the party right to your door
- For Laura Clements it's about young people
READ OUR APRIL NEWSLETTER HERE
March 2020
- Jessica Georges: Deepening ties to the Lower Cape
- Jeannette de Beauvoir: It takes creative thinking to manage a business
- John Murphy Jr. Observations from behind the bar
READ OUR MARCH NEWSLETTER HERE
February 2020
- More than Just Maintenance
- Rooter Ryan - Building a Business through Connections
- Bill and Nina Opel - Sharing a Vision of What is Possible
READ OUR FEBRUARY NEWSLETTER HERE
January 2020
- Harbor Hill - A new market rate rental community
- Grant King - Building your business through the CDP's Technical Assistance Program
- Judy Keller on making an impact
READ OUR JANUARY NEWSLETTER HERE
November 2019
- Cross Country Connections - What we can learn from Irish Social Housing
- Breakwater Sea Farm - From loan to relationship
- Supporter Spotlight - Polly Bryson
READ OUR NOVEMBER NEWSLETTER HERE
October 2019
- CDP housing helps a family of seven get on their feet
- Eastham Superette - Never too old to improve
- Supporter Spotlight - Andrea Reed
READ OUR OCTOBER NEWSLETTER HERE
September 2019
- First Time Home Buyer Education helps make dreams into reality
- Allard Farm - A labor of love that bears fruit
- Supporter Spotlight - Peter Freeman
READ OUR SEPTEMBER NEWSLETTER HERE
August 2019
- A cottage in the woods gets a make-over
- The Plant Work Shop...a personal blend of creativity and the power of plants
- Mary Kay Leonard on helping people reach their full potential
READ OUR AUGUST NEWSLETTER HERE
JUNE/JULY 2019
- Summer in a Bottle...Cape Cod Kombucha
- Meet CDP Board Member and resident Angelina Bologna
- Canal House...friendships build foundation for next step
May 2019
- Field Point Oysters...a family business
- Meet Advisory Council member Barry Bluestone
- Big successes for housing at Spring Town Meetings
- Summer Evening on the Farm, The Gasp and more!
Read our May newsletter here
April 2019
- New & improved offerings for First Time Home Buyers
- Former CDP client fisherman Nick Muto shares what he has learned
- Former Baltimore city planner finds a good fit with the CDP
Read our April newsletter here
March 2019
- A house becomes an accessible home
- CDP launches public education campaign that puts a face to the affordable housing crisis
- Janet Lesniak shares the motto we all live by
- CDP and Provincetown Commons partner to deliver services to small businesses
Read our March newsletter here
February 2019
- Meet Wellfleetian Kevin Sturtevant, Owner of Neighborhood Auto
- How Harwich and Chatham are sharing a Housing Coordinator
- Chris Ward of Latanzi, Spaulding & Landreth shares his hopes for young people on Cape Cod
- Spring Business Workshops!
Read our February newsletter here
January 2019
- CDP receives Housing Rehabilitation Grant for Truro, Harwich, Eastham and Provincetown
- CDP, Cape Cod Children's Place and Homeless Prevention Council form Strategic Alliance
- Remembering Susan Lindquist
- CDP Partners with Rosie's Landscaping to grow the business
- Advocacy Training dates!
Read our January newsletter here
November 2018
- CDPs Busines and Credit Programs offers something for everyone
- A mother and her children settle in at CDP's Fred Bell Way apartments
- Supporter Spotlight: Board Member Raphael Richter understands the challenges
Read our November newsletter here
October 2018
- Cape Housing Institute Kicks Off Year 2
- Two Young Entrepreneurs Defy the Odds
- Supporter Spotlight: Truro Vineyards
Read our October Newsletter here
September 2018
- Snowy Owl finds its back office groove
- Affordable housing and the path to entrepreneurship
- Supporter Spotlight: PSD's Fund for Working Families
- A workshop-filled Fall!
Read our September Newsletter
August 2018
- Turning wreckage into a reboot
- An affordable house and a community to call their own
- Summer Intern Spotlight!
Read our August Newsletter
July 2018
- Sustainability over growth
- Getting on the path to home ownership
- Seeing the connections between business, housing and community
Read our July Newsletter
June 2018
- Impact of Cape Community Housing Partnership on display at Town Meetings
- Canal House a "Savior" to Those in Recovery
- And the Winner of the Scallop Lease Lottery Is...?
Read our June Newsletter
May 2018
- Where Are They Now...Halcyon Farm and the Local Scoop
- Neighbors Helping Neighbors
- CDP Staff Member Receives "40 Under 40" Award
Read Our May Newsletter
April 2018
- Where Are They Now? Talking Threads
- Celebrating Community at our Annual Meeting
- Atlantic Bay Gives a Boost to Housing Rehab
Read Our April Newsletter
March 2018
- Where Are They Now? ARTichoke's Good Growing Pains
- Housing Rehab Program to the Rescue
- First Time Home Buyer workshop
Read our March Newsletter
February 2018
- Celebrating Partnerships
- Forging a New Path at Canal House
- Professional Services Grants for Small Businesses
- Going Green at the Laurel School
Read our February Newsletter
January 2018
- Housing Advocacy Training to Kick-Off
- Hiring Challenges and Solutions for Small Businesses
- Housing Rehab Program to the Rescue
- Solar Panels are Producing
Read our January Newsletter
November 2017
- The CDP's Small Business Micro-Loan Program
- Hope for Housing as Institute Comes to a Close
- 'Tis the Season - We Need Your Support!
- First Time Homebuyer Course in December
Read Our November Newsletter
October 2017
- Mother of Two Buys Her First Home
- Housing Rehabilitation Program Works for Local Builder
- First Time Homebuyer Workshop Filled to Capacity
- Multiple Workshops for Small Businesses
Read Our October Newsletter
September 2017
- Housing Study Underscores Need Ahead
- Cape Housing Institute Launches
- Local Organizations Show Support for CDP
- CDP Welcomes New Hire
Read Our September Newsletter
August 2017
- A Summer Evening Success
- Cape Community Housing Institute
- Cape Cod Kombucha
- Marketing Your Business
Read our August Newsletter
July 2017
- Celebrating Our Communities
- Building Self-Sufficiency
- Top Priority Training
- Get Verified
Read our July Newsletter
June 2017
- Community Housing Partnership
- Farewell to Abigail
- Welcome Ann
- Preserving homes through rehabilitation
Read our June Newsletter
May 2017
- Local Farmers' Markets become one
- Walk with Us
- Talking Threads
- Harvest Time
Read our May Newsletter
April 2017
- Getting Involved
- Meet Wayne Clark
- Is your product ready for Market?
- Water, water everywhere
Read our April Newsletter
March 2017
- Preparing First Time Homeowners
- Sharpening Technology Skills
- Marketing for Farmers and Producers
Read our March Newsletter
February 2017
- 25 Years
- Canal House
- Business Counseling
- Community Supported Agriculture
Read our February Newsletter
January 2017
- Looking Back and Looking Ahead
- Contractors Critical to Housing Rehabilitation Program
- Shellfish Loan Fund Targeted to Local Shellfish Growers
- Energy Saving Tips
Read our January Newsletter
November 2016
- Supporting a healthy, vibrant community
- Stay safely in your home
- Strong local businesses
- Orleans Winter Farmers' Market returns
Read our November Newsletter
October 2016
- Investing in Our Community
- A Future on Cape Cod
- Providing Access to Capital
- Growing with Future Generations in Mind
Read our October Newsletter
September 2016
- The Off Season
- Giving First Time Homebuyers a Boost
- Workshops Offer Strategies for Success
- Planning with the Future in Mind
Read our September Newsletter
July 2016
- Be Our Guest
- The Heart of Our Family
- Planning with the Future in Mind
- Sunny Sunshine
Read our July Newsletter
June 2016
- Sustainable Economic Development
- Video Sheds Light on Challenges and Opportunities
- Growing A Successful Business Together
- Shopping Locally Grown
Read our June Newsletter
May 2016
- Advocating for Change
- You Guys Saved Us
- Made Locally
- Saving Energy in the Summer
Read our May Newsletter
April 2016
- Let Your Voice Be Heard
- Walking to Support Affordable Homes
- Orleans Winter Farmers' Market Completes Season Two
- $100,000 "Returned"
Read our April Newsletter
March 2016
- Celebrating 24 Years
- Building Community
- Making a Match
- Community Supported Agriculture
Read our March Newsletter
February 2016
- Learning from our Community
- Changing Lives and Building Community
- Workshop Series an Important Resource for Growing Businesses
- Energy Saving Tips
Read our February Newsletter
January 2016
- A Promising Year Ahead
- We couldn't have done this on our own
- New Director Brings Wealth of Experience
- Shellfish Loan Fund