The small community of Cape Meares is nestled in a dramatic landscape of beaches, grassy dunes, lake/wetlands, and coastal forests. The community has about 160 homes—a mix of permanent and intermittent residents, as well as visitors in short-term rentals—a volunteer-run fire station and a community center.

Cape Meares Community Association

The Cape Meares Community Association (CMCA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit committed supporting community projects, promoting ecologically sound stewardship and creating a forum for the community.

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Visiting Cape Meares? Check out our Good Neighbor Guide to learn all that it has to offer.

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Latest Community News

• Aging with Grace June 21, 2025
  Please take a few minutes to complete our Aging with Grace Survey – COMMUNITY SURVEY CMCA Aging with Grace Project – Surveys due by July 10, 2025 Resources and Reports for Meeting 6-21-2025Agenda for Meeting – June 21, 2025Waud’s Report 6-20-2025Palliative Care Report 6-20-2025Adventist Report KBAdventist Report 6-20-2025Accessibility Report
• With Grant Award and CMCA Operating Funds- Conex Storage Box Installed
  Cape Meares Community Association received large grant from Oregon Resiliency and Emergency Preparedness (OREM) for a fully equipped Conex Box! Huge thanks to Miriam Fultz who was the lead for a grant writing team working with team members Kathy Burke, Pam Robenolt and Charles Ansorge. After initially receiving a notice from the Oregon Resiliency and … Continue reading With Grant Award and CMCA Operating Funds- Conex Storage Box Installed →
• July 4th Silent Auction
  The Cape Meares Community Association (CMCA) is gearing up for our annual July 4th festivities — including a Silent Auction! The auction will take place on July 4th from 12:00 to 2:30 PM at the Barbara Bennett Community Center in Cape Meares, and everyone is welcome to attend. Proceeds from the auction support the maintenance of the … Continue reading July 4th Silent Auction →