Robert “Bob” Granger Joins Lower Cape Outreach Council Board of Directors
ORLEANS, MA (December 22, 2025) – The Lower Cape Outreach Council (LCOC) announced today that Orleans resident and retired national nonprofit leader Robert “Bob” Granger has joined the organization’s board of directors.
Bob’s career included 34 years as the chief executive officer or chief operating officer of three non-profit organizations. He last served as president of the William T. Grant Foundation, and previously as a Senior Vice President at MDRC, a social policy research firm established by the Ford Foundation, and as VP and Provost of Bank Street College of Education. All his academic and professional work has focused on the policies and programs affecting low-income children, youth, and families.
In Orleans, Bob has served two terms each on the Boards of the Friends of Pleasant Bay and the Orleans Conservation Trust. Bob’s undergraduate degree is in economics from Claremont Men’s College (now Claremont McKenna College). His doctorate is in education from UMASS Amherst.
When invited to the LCOC Board, Mr. Granger shared: “It is an honor to join the LCOC Board. I look forward to furthering its important mission. I am particularly interested in LCOC’s work with vulnerable families.”
“We are delighted and fortunate to have Bob join us. His wisdom, experience, and deep commitment to the Lower Cape will be a tremendous asset to our current programs, processes, and future growth,” added Jim Kivlehan, LCOC Board President.
More About the Lower Cape Outreach Council, Inc.
From its humble roots of organizing assistance out of the homes of volunteer founders, the Lower Cape Outreach Council is today an essential part of the community, providing comprehensive assistance to nearly 5,000 Lower and Outer Cape residents in need of immediate support while encouraging long-term self-sufficiency. Incorporated in 1984, LCOC offers a holistic approach to client care, ensuring that participating individuals have their basic needs met. The nonprofit operates nine emergency food pantries—one in each town on the Lower Cape, including two in Orleans; a financial assistance program; Katy’s Korner, a free clothing and home goods center; and other seasonal programs. All services are available free of charge to any resident of the Lower and Outer Cape who identifies a need. For more information, visit lcoutreach.org.