Community Action Committee Offers 3 Holiday Programs
In November, there’s “Turkey for Cape Codders”. In December, Make a Teen Happy and for children of the Town of Barnstable we distribute “Toys for Tots”. Community partners promote and support these activities with volunteers and donations. Registration is required.
Turkey for Cape Codders 2026
Thanksgiving Turkey “Basket” program provides a turkey and a grocery store gift card to low-income families who cannot afford to provide Thanksgiving dinner for their families.
- Make your donation commitment online
- Become a volunteer
- See highlights from the Thanksgiving 2025 event
Contribute to CACCI’s overall effort to eliminate poverty throughout the Cape and Islands.
Toys for Tots
CACCI is one of the distributors for the Cape Cod Toys for Tots program. Participant families must live in the Town of Barnstable; children (newborns to 12 years of age) receive at least one toy from their wish list.
Make a Teen Happy
“Make a Teen Happy” Gift cards provided to families with teenagers (13–18 years of age) to buy needed winter clothing.
Thanks For Your Generosity!
Important Things to Remember!
This year, registration for our holiday programs will be available online only. Eligibility requirements for each program will be provided when you begin the registration process. A valid email address is required to register. After submitting your form, you will receive a confirmation email with additional instructions.
Each program distribution is based on community donations. So, it’s “first come, first served”. Don’t wait until the last minute! Registration begins in October 2026. There will be registration deadlines.
“Turkeys for Cape Codders” distribution day is usually the weekend before Thanksgiving.