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NH BUSINESS REVIEW
A letter from Give Local
The production of our annual Charitable Giving Guide coincides with the Christmas season, which is prime time for nonprofit fundraising. Whether through workplace programs, social media campaigns, email solicitations and old-fashioned postal mailings, nonprofits work hard to rise through the chatter and capture our attention.
But they need our help all year long, not just around the holidays when we might be in a more giving mood. Whether through financial donations, in-kind services or volunteer hours, there are plenty of ways to help. Perhaps you have some expertise you could share by joining the board of a nonprofit, which are always looking for people willing to give their time and their passion to an important cause.
Most of my charitable contributions in recent years have been to nonprofits in New Hampshire. When you give local, you can feel the immediate impact and know that you are helping your neighbors in your community and throughout the Granite State.
As you review the nonprofits profiled on these pages, consider how many have touched your life over the years through their work with children, education, the arts, physical and mental health, social services and other important needs.
If you’re not sure what might be the best way for you to give, consider a conversation with a nonprofit representative. They can show you how to maximize your gift in ways that best benefit the donor and the nonprofit and how to target your gift, such as through a donor-advised fund.
The possibilities — like the needs — are endless.
The nonprofits profiled on these pages provide health care, housing, mentoring and other essential services to children, families and seniors. They enrich our lives with the arts. They offer recovery services to people struggling with addiction. Whatever their mission, they all make New Hampshire a better place to live.
We hope they inspire you to lend a hand through financial support, in-kind services or volunteer work. While the nonprofits will surely be grateful, you’ll find the greater gift is in the giving.
MIKE COTE Editor
Thank You to Our Sponsors:
INDEX OF NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS
NH Charitable Foundation inside front cover, 3, 6, 7 Bangor Savings 4, inside back cover
NH Humane Society ............................................. 5, 93, back cover
If you are reading this, a nonprofit organization is making your life better. Maybe by protecting New Hampshire’s natural resources for everyone to enjoy. Maybe by creating a venue to bring the performing arts to your town. Maybe by keeping the shelves of a food pantry well stocked, so children are not going to bed hungry. By providing treatment and peer recovery to help a loved one overcome addiction. By reporting the news with clarity and care to help you make informed decisions. Or by doing a thousand other things.
New Hampshire’s nonprofit sector improves the quality of life for everyone who calls New Hampshire home.
And nonprofits rely on all of us to support their essential work. Nonprofits have faced unprecedented challenges in recent years. Now, as pandemic-era aid has ended and housing and other costs have remained on an upward climb, many nonprofits are seeing both increased need and increased costs just to keep their doors open and lights on for all of us.
At the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation, we are committed to making New Hampshire a more just, vibrant and sustainable community where everyone can thrive. We do that, in large part, by supporting New Hampshire’s exceptional nonprofit sector.
This Giving Guide provides a preview of the extraordinary work of the nonprofit sector in our state. If you have $25 to give, or $25,000, your donation to New Hampshire nonprofits will be appreciated — and is an investment in building a better New Hampshire for us all.
DICK OBER President and CEO New Hampshire Charitable Foundation
A letter from
BANGOR SAVINGS BANK
At Bangor Savings Bank, our commitment to community is a cornerstone of delivering our You Matter More promise. We believe our role is more than a bank, we’re also an active and engaged partner in the growth and success of our community. Last year, Bangor Savings Bank and The Bangor Savings Bank Foundation proudly contributed over $3.5 million to organizations and initiatives across Northern New England through sponsorships, donations, and grants, fostering vibrant, resilient communities where people and businesses thrive.
Through the Bangor Savings Bank Foundation’s Community Matters More program, each February, community members cast thousands of votes directing more than $140,000 in grants to local nonprofits. This initiative demonstrates the power of collective community action in addressing local needs while empowering nonprofits to achieve their missions.
Through the Bangor Savings Bank Foundation, we provide grants to 501(c) (3) nonprofits focused on education, social and community services, arts and culture, health and wellness, and economic development. Nonprofits interested in learning more about these opportunities can visit www.bangor. com for more details. Additionally, our employees embody our communityfirst values by dedicating thousands of volunteer hours annually to causes like food drives, financial literacy programs and community beautification cleanups.
We align our philanthropic focus with the needs of our neighbors by supporting initiatives that enhance workforce development and training, promote arts education, address food insecurity and ensure equitable access to resources. Together, we help create lasting community impact.
We are deeply grateful for the partnerships and programs that strengthen and enhance the New Hampshire region. When our communities prosper, we all succeed.
BOB MONTGOMERY-RICE
President & CEO
Bangor Savings Bank
A letter from
NEW HAMPSHIRE HUMANE SOCIETY
Kindness. It is at the core of how we function at New Hampshire Humane Society.
Walk our halls, participate in our programs, enjoy our events, adopt the love of your life or volunteer your time to save lives. Experience us in any capacity and you will see our sincere kindness first-hand.
For 125 years since our founding in 1900, New Hampshire Humane Society has been working to resolve animal abuse, neglect and abandonment while providing unconditional love and care to the pets relying on us. We reunite families with lost pets, bring love to families when they decide to adopt, and provide pet supplies, resources and care to the pets of families experiencing hardship. Every loving pet deserves a loving home and family, and we believe every loving family deserves a pet.
With plenty of twists and turns along the way, kindness is intentionally at the forefront of who we are. Isn’t it beautiful to think about 125 years of kind and compassionate actions and behavior? We think so! We expect a lot from ourselves and from those we welcome here. Because of the intentionality of how we work, our organization has evolved in the last five years.
Our community programs embody our philosophies. The Senior Project finds loving homes for senior pets while also finding loving pet companions for senior citizens. Telling Tails, our reading program, focuses on improving youth reading skills and provides social time for shelter pets. Dog for a Day offers brief, fun outings for our canine residents with volunteers who want to share some love. Our National Rescue Project is a pet transport program preventing euthanasia by rescuing pets from overpopulated shelters. Our pet clinic, MY BEST FRIEND, offers affordable pet care and is our way of helping to bridge the gap in veterinary access. Coming soon is a cat café and public-accessible canine experiences on our campus. And our volunteer programs are the epitome of selfless love. Find more at NHHumane.org/Programs.
We are grateful to be part of creating a more evolved, kind and loving society for all of us. Just as pets rely on us, New Hampshire Humane Society relies on you. If you can’t participate or support now, please share our message with others. We look forward to seeing you soon. Until then, thank you for sharing love with those around you and helping where you can. Be kind to yourselves and to each other.
CHARLES STANTON Executive Director New Hampshire Humane Society
‘YOU
DON’T HAVE TO BE A ROCKEFELLER’
Community foundations help generous people create meaningful legacies
Natalie Murphy was the first in her family to go to college. She became a public school English teacher and spent 40 years dedicated to educating young people in New Hampshire.
When Natalie decided to do some estate planning, she called on a former student, Dorcas Gordon, for help. Dorcas, an attorney who had been a star pupil in Natalie’s AP English class, helped her get everything in order. And Dorcas made a suggestion that Natalie did not even realize was a possibility: Natalie could make a stipulation in her estate plan to create a scholarship fund at the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation to help New Hampshire students afford college.
“I never dreamed I could do this type of thing,” Natalie said. “When I would hear about legacy giving, I thought of very well-to-do people. But here I can do this, and I am a retired schoolteacher!”
“You don’t have to be a Rockefeller,” Dorcas agreed.
The Murphy-Miller Scholarship Fund honors Natalie’s parents. It will be funded through a bequest from her estate and managed by the Foundation’s Student Aid program. The fund will provide scholarships to students from Newfound Regional High School in Bristol, NH, where Natalie spent her entire career. Scholarships will be awarded through the Foundation’s online application process.
“I spent my life teaching wonderful students and I loved my school and my entire experience there,” Natalie said. “I truly believe education unlocks doors, and there were so many students
Natalie Murphy (left) with estate attorney and former student Dorcas Gordon.
Creating the legacy fund, Ellen said, gave the couple “a sense of empowerment — and also makes you feel like you are part of something bigger.”
who had fabulous potential but didn’t necessarily have the means to further their educations.” Her scholarship will help.
Each year, dozens of generous people create “memoranda of understanding” with the Foundation to establish funds, via their estates, for a variety of purposes. Most donors, of course, also give during their lifetimes and such legacy giving complements and extends that generosity.
Mark Otis and Ellen Ratner Otis have made plans for a field-of-interest fund that will support food security, women’s health, and efforts to combat domestic violence and homelessness. Mark, who grew up in Manchester, retired from a career in civil engineering, and Ellen has worked in nonprofit communications and radio production.
“We have limited funds,” Ellen said, “but this just energizes us.”
Mark and Ellen wanted to make sure their legacy was stewarded in such a way that the funds would always support the issues they care about. Through the field-of-interest fund, the Foundation carries out those wishes. Their legacy gift will continue the giving that they have been doing all along.
“Nobody should be homeless in New Hampshire, nobody should have trouble getting food,” Mark said. “It’s a disgrace.”
Creating the legacy fund, Ellen said, gave the couple “a sense of empowerment — and also makes you feel like you are part of something bigger.” In the community foundation model, thousands of charitable legacies are pooled together to meet community needs.
Carol (who asked that only her first name be used) is a retired librarian. She received a Foundation scholarship when she was studying for her master’s degree in library science — a degree which helped her to advance her career.
Her fund at the Foundation will support women who are studying at community colleges, which she called “transformational” institutions. She wants to help with the often-unseen expenses that can make it difficult for women to get the education that will help them and their families to thrive. Her fund will support organizations that help with things like students’ school supplies, transportation costs and food.
“I am a happily single person with no heirs,” Carol said. “If I can help other women, why not? The opportunity to provide support to other women was motivational to me.”
She urges others to consider their legacies when doing their financial planning.
“I got enormous peace of mind having my will in order,” she said, “and knowing that the Foundation is going to carry out my wishes.”
The New Hampshire New Hampshire Charitable Foundation connects generous individuals, families and businesses with pressing community needs and effective ways to give. To learn more, contact Melinda Mosier, vice president of donor engagement and philanthropy services, at 603-225-6641 ext. 266.
PASSION AND PURPOSE
For these nonprofit leaders, the path to becoming a CEO began with making connections
BY MIKE COTE
Kathleen Reardon, Diane Fitzpatrick and Sharron McCarthy, who each lead a New Hampshire nonprofit, share a common theme among nonprofit leaders: They worked in other professional fields along the way.
Serving on boards or working with nonprofits through businesses seeking to connect with charities are sometimes the lure for top talent.
Diane Fitzpatrick, CEO Boys & Girls Club of Manchester
Over the past decade, Diane Fitzpatrick has overseen the growth of programs at the Boys & Girls Club of Manchester to include daily meals, educational assistance and mental health services.
Fitzpatrick first became involved with nonprofits as a kindergarten teacher for the Growing Years in Manchester. She also served as a volunteer wish granter for Make-A-
Wish New Hampshire, meeting with families to help shape wishes for children fighting life-threatening illnesses.
“I had two healthy babies. I was a kindergarten teacher, and I just wanted to give back,” she says.
Fast forward to 2011 when Fitzpatrick’s husband, Steve, was diagnosed with glioblastoma brain cancer. The college sweethearts had raised two children together. After her husband died two years later, Fitzpatrick was ready for a change.
“Higher ed was great and everything, but I just felt like I had a higher power. I needed to do something different,” she says.
After a conversation with then-club development officer Brian Trembley, who had given Fitzpatrick’s husband a book about the club published for its 100th anniversary, Fitzpatrick inquired about joining the nonprofit’s board.
After a short stint working in business development for the New Hampshire Center for Nonprofits, Fitzpatrick applied for the chief executive role at the club when longtime CEO Gary Frost decided to retire.
After a national search that lasted a year, the board chose Fitzpatrick, one of the two finalists for the job.
The club serves 560 kids through 160 programs at its Union Street club house, three school-based sites and a summer day camp.
“There are hard days. There’s no question about it,” Fitzpatrick says. “But when you think about our children and the work that we’re doing here and the community work, we’re making a difference in these kids’ lives, and we’re removing barriers.”
Her first order of business was to convert the Girls Inc. annual auction to a virtual fundraiser with the help of local company Events United, a model other local nonprofits soon adopted.
McCarthy made a career shift after spending more than three decades in newspaper and magazine publishing, most recently with the parent company of New Hampshire Magazine.
McCarthy’s work with Girls Inc. began with a tenure on its board of directors. When the CEO announced she would be retiring in two years, McCarthy began considering applying for the role.
“I distinctly remember sitting in that board meeting when she announced that, and I just had a moment,” McCarthy recalls during an interview at her office in Manchester. “I had a full year to think about it and to kind of evaluate what was happening in my publishing job.”
While McCarthy loved her job and her team, she was rethinking how she wanted to spend the last 10 years of her working life. “I am very happy with how things worked out in my career. It was just a great time to make a change there,” she says.
Girls Inc., one of 75 affiliates around the country, serves 650 girls a year in New Hampshire through its centers in Manchester and Nashua and through school outreach programs throughout the state. The nonprofit provides education and leadership programs designed to prepare girls for adulthood.
Her publishing career prepared her well for her fundraising.
“I’ve been asking for money for 35 years now so I’m not shy about that,” McCarthy says.
Kathleen Reardon’s career is bookended with work for nonprofits, but her journey included a banking career that spanned nearly two decades.
Reardon serves as the CEO of the New Hampshire Center for Nonprofits, which provides leadership, collaboration and training for the state’s nonprofit sector. While Reardon worked for nonprofits early in her career, she spent 18 years with Citizens bank before returning to the nonprofit sector.
“Growing up, I knew about community organizations, and I volunteered, and my family was active,” Reardon says. “But I didn’t necessarily think about volunteer organizations or nonprofit organizations as a career path,” Reardon says. “It wasn’t on my radar screen that way.”
After graduating from college with a degree in political science, Reardon worked for a multiservice agency in Cambridge, Mass., working side-by-side with the nonprofit’s executive director, primarily on administrative tasks.
“I got a lot of understanding of nonprofits and some of the ways that they worked at that time,” says Reardon, whose nonprofit career including working in volunteer management for the Girl Scouts.
She did similar work when she joined Citizens, serving as public affairs coordinator before moving on to other roles. “I had a lot of different responsibilities and opportunities, but all of them had to do with community engagement and community involvement,” she says.
Reardon considers her role at the New Hampshire Center of Nonprofits as a natural progression from her early nonprofit work and the relationships she developed through the corporate grant work at Citizens.
“Those relationships and relationship building in New Hampshire is so essential to your work no matter what sector you’re in,” she says.
Sharron McCarthy joined Girls Inc. as CEO in January 2020 — just before COVID-19 hit.
Sharron McCarthy, CEO Girls Inc.
Kathleen Reardon, CEO New Hampshire Center for Nonprofits
JOIN US JUNE 10-11 TO SUPPORT NEW HAMPSHIRE NONPROFITS.
TOGETHER WE GIVE.
LAST YEAR, YOU HELPED RAISE $3,514,801 FOR NH NONPROFITS. LET’S DO IT AGAIN.
New Hampshire’s nonprofits are here for all us when we need them.
Now, let’s show that we are here for them.
Join with thousands of your neighbors from across the Granite State on June 10 and choose the nonprofits to support during 24 hours of giving.
Together, we can do something big for New Hampshire.
Together, we can give.
JUNE 10-11,
Organization PROFILES
Addiction Recovery Coalition of New Hampshire (ARCNH)
Mission Statement:
ARCNH is a Community Recovery Center (CRC) in Milford, NH, that treats substance use disorder (SUD) by providing a central location for access to local support systems. Our personal experiences with SUD drive our passion and urgency in addressing this epidemic using a peer-to-peer based approach. With so many pathways to recovery available, we guide individuals in finding the pathway that feels most aligned with their values and needs.
Top Funding Sources:
• SAMSHA grant
• Foundation for Opioid Response Efforts (F.O.R.E.) grant
• Harbor Care
• Fundraisers
• Private and corporate donations
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2020
EMPLOYEES: 6
ANNUAL REVENUE: $479,334
Service Locations:
Amherst, Brookline, Greenville, Hollis, Lyndeborough, Mason, Merrimack, Milford, Mont Vernon, New Ipswich, Temple and Wilton.
Contact:
Gray Somers
Executive Director
180 Elm St., Suite E Milford, NH 03055
603-933-9218
gsomers@arcnh.org www.arcnh.org
2025 Goals:
1. Increase awareness and promotion of ARCNH to decrease the stigma associated with substance use disorder (SUD) and increase the utilization of our free recovery coaching (peer recovery support services) to help participants achieve long-term, durable recovery from SUD and to provide support to the families and loved ones suffering from this disease.
2. To successfully recruit and hire the staff needed to carry out our mission. 3. To continue to grow our sustainable funding base through broader community outreach.
Fundraising Events:
ARCNH conducts several fundraisers during the calendar year to support our mission. They include NH Gives (a day of giving from 5 p.m. June 10 to 6 p.m. June 11, 2025), our Annual Golf Tournament in late August and our Annual Recovery Walk and Rally in September.
Giving Opportunities:
In addition to the three fundraising events listed above, ARCNH welcomes corporate and personal donations to help underwrite the cost of our services. Additionally, we are seeking major donors with an affinity for recovery who will be willing to commit to at least $10,000 in annual donations.
Volunteer Opportunities:
ARCNH is seeking volunteers as recovery coaches. ARCNH hosts two Certified Recovery Support Worker (CRSW/ recovery coach) training programs annually with scholarships available on a sliding fee basis. We are also recruiting for volunteers to help provide administrative support to the Center, e.g., answering phones, greeting walkins, providing tours of the Center, etc.
• Funding lifesaving, local research with past grants at Dartmouth College, Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, and the University of New Hampshire.
• Inspiring women to take charge of their heart health through the Go Red for Women movement.
• Improving employee health through workplace wellness programs and Hands-Only CPR education.
• Teaming up with New Hampshire schools to teach kids healthy habits for life through the Kids Heart Challenge.
• Providing science-based treatment guidelines to health care professionals to improve patient care.
Mission Statement:
The Association’s mission is to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. For more than 100 years, we’ve been fighting heart disease and stroke, striving to save and improve lives. The nation’s leader in CPR education training, the Association funds innovative research, fights for stronger public health policies, and provides lifesaving resources.
Top Funding Sources:
Fundraising Events – 22%
Contributions – 26%
Bequests – 9%
CPR Training Revenue – 26%
Other Review and Public Support – 17%
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1924
EMPLOYEES: 5
ANNUAL REVENUE: $1,211,488,000
Service Locations:
State of New Hampshire
Contact:
Brian Shankey
Executive Director
Northern New England 4217 Park Place Court Glen Allen, VA 23060 603- 263-8326
A simple, one-day fundraiser to increase awareness of heart disease in women.
• NH Go Red for Women Luncheon – February 12, 2025 – Concord
Learn more about the leading cause of death in women (cardiovascular disease) and how you can save more lives.
• Heart of the Seacoast Heart Ball – April 5, 2025– Portsmouth
The Association’s only nighttime event in New Hampshire, this annual networking and fundraising event helps to educate attendees about heart disease and stroke.
• NH Heart Walk – June 1, 2025 – Manchester
Join thousands of passionate people touched by heart disease and stroke during the Heart Walk celebration. Help fund lifesaving research as we honor local heart disease and stroke survivors.
Giving Opportunities:
• Sponsor the Heart Walk, Heart Ball, or Go Red for Women Luncheon, donate an auction item, or participate on an event planning committee.
Volunteer Opportunities:
• Be a “You’re the Cure” advocate to help educate our legislators on our public policy initiatives. For more information, visit www.yourethecure.org.
• Become an Association volunteer media expert. Heart disease and stroke survivors are vital to help educate others about the warning signs and symptoms. Health professionals can give a clinical perspective to the Association’s work.
Board Officers / Board Members
Vikas Veeranna, MD Board President Cardiologist Elliot Hospital
Mark Dell’Orfano Board Chair Attorney, NH Department of Justice
Maryanne Aldrich Senior Practice Manager, Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center
Joshua Benton Chief Executive Officer, The Executive Health and Fitness Center
Eric Frauwirth Director, Palmer CTE Center at Alvirne High School
Stephen Hanlon, MD Cardiologist Elliot Hospital
Matthew Johnson, JD Shareholder, Devine Millimet
Ted Kitchens, A.A.E. Director of Aviation, Manchester-Boston Regional Airport Tracie Murphy Customer Service, Lactalis U.S. Yogurt
Michelle Ouellette, MD Interventional Cardiologist, Catholic Medical Center
Tim Wade President, NH Market M&T Bank
Brian Shankey
Mark Dell’Orfano Vikas Veeranna, MD
Jeannie Bolger Tim Wade
Getting the recommended daily amount of sleep helps people manage other essential health factors such as weight, blood pressure and blood sugar. The checklist - Life’s Essential 8™ - also includes diet, physical activity, nicotine exposure, and cholesterol level.
Getting the recommended daily amount of sleep helps people manage other essential health factors such as weight, blood pressure and blood sugar. The checklist - Life’s Essential 8™ - also includes diet, physical activity, nicotine exposure, and cholesterol level.
Now that you know about Life’s Essential 8, use My Life Check to assess your own health and better understand your risk for heart disease and stroke. Heart.org/MyLifeCheck®
Now that you know about Life’s Essential 8, use My Life Check to assess your own health and better understand your risk for heart disease and stroke. Heart.org/MyLifeCheck®
Ascentria Care Alliance
Mission Statement:
We are called to strengthen communities by empowering people to respond to life’s challenges.
Top Funding Sources:
Program Service Revenue – 99.6% Gifts and Grants – 0.4%
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1986
EMPLOYEES: 549
ANNUAL REVENUE: $20,575,788
Service Locations:
Ascentria has offices in Concord and Manchester, and serves families statewide in five service areas.
Contact:
Michaele Leare
Director of Strategic Marketing and Communications
261 Sheep Davis Road, A-1 Concord, NH 03301
603-892-4078
mleare@ascentria.org www.ascentria.org
2025 Goals:
• Leveraging a human development lens, we will work to understand the challenges our staff face and create a set of wraparound services to mitigate those challenges and support their journey to career success and overall well-being through our innovative PeopleFirst Pathways program. We will also extend these supports to the clients we serve.
• Support the new arrivals to New Hampshire seeking a safe haven in which to build a new life and become contributing members to our communities.
• Provide exceptional non-medical care and companionship that empowers older adults and individuals with disabilities to live independently and comfortably in their own homes.
• Support children who are in need and deserving of a loving family by growing our network of foster families.
• Increase the number of donated cars we award to families without reliable transportation who are striving for self-sufficiency.
• Empower individuals with limited English proficiency by providing high-quality interpretation.
Fundraising Events:
Ascentria Care Alliance organizes online fundraisers around Giving Tuesday, at the calendar year end, and fiscal year end in June. We also participate in NHGives and other program-specific fundraising initiatives over the course of the year. For regular updates, please subscribe to our newsletter at Ascentria.org. Community members interested in organizing a personal fundraiser for Ascentria are invited to contact our Advancement Department at 774-243-3100 or advancement@acentria.org.
Giving Opportunities:
Ascentria offers a variety of giving opportunities to support individuals and families on their journey to self-sufficiency. Donors can contribute on our website with a one-time or monthly gift. We also accept donations via mailed check, Donor Advised Fund, IRA distribution, gifts of stock, corporate sponsorships, bequests and annual annuities, and even vehicle donations. Ascentria is the only nonprofit in New Hampshire that offers a Fair Market Value tax deduction for cars awarded to families in need. In-kind donations drives for essential items are also appreciated. For more information, please contact the Advancement Department at email advancement@ascentria.org. Your generosity helps transform lives — thank you for partnering with us to build stronger, more resilient communities.
Volunteer Opportunities:
Ascentria volunteers find their work to be impactful, interesting and rewarding. Volunteers collaborate with us to enhance organizational capacity, empower our clients and strengthen our communities. Tutoring, mentoring new Americans or providing professional services are a few examples of how Ascentria volunteers effect real and lasting change in others. Volunteer opportunities exist for individuals, students seeking internships and groups such as corporations, faith communities and special interest groups. For a complete listing of volunteer opportunities, visit www.ascentria.org/ community/getinvolved/volunteer.
Board Officers / Board Members
Marybeth
Dr.
UMass Memorial Health System
Rev. Ross Goodman
St. Paul Lutheran Church
William
Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard
Peter Schmidt Director
Transcend Air Corporation
Barry Maloney
Director
Worcester State University
Alex Bartholomew Board Financial Secretary Bartholomew & Company Inc.
Campbell Director Worcester Community Action Council
Ashish Cowlagi Vice Chair and Board Secretary Pragya Systems
Brian Gibbs Director
Board Chair
Rev. Dr. Debora Jackson Director
The Business School at Worcester Polytechnic Institute
Mayo Director
Keith Robertson Director Ziegler
CASA of New Hampshire
Mission Statement:
CASA of New Hampshire provides a voice for children and youth who have experienced abuse and neglect by empowering a statewide network of trained volunteers to advocate on their behalf so they can thrive in safe, permanent homes.
Top Funding Sources:
Federal: 19%
State: 29%
Annual Fund: 19%
Private Foundations & Municipal Grants: 8%
Fundraising Events & Projects: 24%
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1989
EMPLOYEES: 44
ANNUAL REVENUE: $4,051,462
Service Locations:
We provide volunteer advocates for children in every family court in New Hampshire. Our main office is in Manchester. We have six regional offices: Berlin, Claremont, Colebrook, Dover, Keene and Laconia.
Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of New Hampshire is working to grow its volunteer base to meet an increase in need. These highly trained, caring adults are the voice in New Hampshire’s family courts for children or youth who have experienced abuse and neglect. CASA’s professional staff provides training, ongoing education and support to 600+ advocates. Through focused recruitment strategies, the goal is to have enough advocates for every child who needs one by their side.
Fundraising Events:
CASA Cares, our annual gala, will be held on May 2, 2025, at the DoubleTree by Hilton in downtown Manchester. Please visit casanh.org/casa-cares for updates. On Tap for CASA, our signature barstool fundraiser, will be March 8 at New England’s Taphouse Grille in Hooksett. For details, visit casanh.org/ontap. Businesses and community groups are also welcome to hold fundraisers and donate their proceeds to CASA of New Hampshire. Interested groups should contact us at 603-626-4600.
Giving Opportunities:
CASA depends on a variety of funding sources, including sponsorships and private donations. Visit casanh.org for more information about our various giving opportunities. Annual Giving: Your one-time gift or monthly donation will help us advocate for more children experiencing neglect and abuse by recruiting and training additional volunteer advocates. Donate at casanh.org/donate. Corporate Sponsorships: Support children who need a voice and become a sponsor for the Give a Child Hope campaign. Your donation of $2,500 will sponsor a vulnerable child and provide them with the voice of an advocate they so desperately need. Or consider sponsoring our major fundraising event, CASA Cares, and receive significant benefits. For information about corporate sponsorship opportunities, visit casanh. org/corporate-giving. Legacy Giving: Leave a lasting impact on New Hampshire’s children by considering CASA in your estate plan. Cards for a Cause: Purchase customizable greeting cards featuring artwork by local artists. Visit casanhgifts.com to order.
Volunteer Opportunities: Volunteer advocates are critically needed statewide to provide voices for children who have experienced abuse and neglect. Advocates receive comprehensive pre-service training and dedicated ongoing support from professional staff. Share 10-15 hours of your time each month and make a significant impact in the life of a vulnerable child. Register for an online info session at casanh.org/ infosessions or contact us at 603-626-4600 or email speakup@casanh.org to learn more.
Board Officers / Board Members
Michael Burns Co-chair CGI Business Solutions
Evelyn Aissa Co-chair
National Education Policy Center & Partnership for the Future of Learning
Paul Chant Vice Chair
Cooper Cargill Chant
Evan Lowry Secretary Southern New Hampshire University
Kathleen Thomas Treasurer Hampton, NH
Michael Ambrogi Novocure Inc.
Dr. Charles Cappetta
Dartmouth Health
Sue Chollet
Peterborough, NH
Pat Clancey
Pat Clancey Realty
Madison Dragon
Lighthouse Credit Union
Sabrina Dunlap Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
JoAnn Fenton Keene, NH
Bill Glahn McLane Middleton
Terry Heinzmann Manchester, NH
Tom Stevens Manchester, NH
Marcia R. Sink CASA of NH President & CEO
Castle Preservation Society dba Castle in the Clouds
Mission Statement:
The Castle Preservation Society’s mission is to preserve, interpret and share the buildings and landscape of the Castle in the Clouds as a cultural and educational resource for the benefit of the public.
Top Funding Sources:
The Castle receives philanthropic support from corporate sponsors, foundations and individuals. We fundraise through direct mail, corporate sponsorship, individual/public library membership drives and outright gifts and bequests. We are focused on developing philanthropic partnerships with corporations, foundations and individuals who share our values and believe in our mission to be a key community resource to the Lakes Region of NH and beyond. Earned income is derived through museum admissions, rental of our facilities for weddings and corporate events, public programs and educational programming fees, and on-site food services.
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2006
EMPLOYEES: 80
ANNUAL REVENUE: $2,500,000
Service Locations:
As a “must see” attraction and historic estate listed on the National Register of Historic Places with National Significance, the Castle welcomes visitors from across the world to tour the Lucknow Mansion. The majority of our visitors are residents and visitors to the Lakes Region from around New England. We focus on programs and exhibits that are of interest to both repeat guests and first-time visitors.
Contact:
Charles Clark
Executive Director
PO Box 687, 455 Old Mountain Road Moultonborough, NH 03254 603-476-5411
The Castle is focused on completing the restoration of the Lucknow estate, with rehabilitation projects underway at our two gate houses in 2025. We are also working on the implementation of our recently adopted strategic plan: including broadening our community outreach by further developing partnerships with nonprofit and for-profit organizations, increasing and refining our public programming, continuing to grow our educational offerings, and strengthening revenue streams by growing our events rental and on-site dining businesses — all in support of our mission.
Fundraising Events:
The Castle will host its annual fundraising gala, incorporating themed music and food as well as a live auction of Castle experiences. We will also put on weekly Music Nights, our popular Fall Car Show and the kick-off to the holiday season, Christmas at the Castle. All significant programs and events offer corporate sponsorship opportunities, and revenue from these activities directly support our mission to preserve and share the historic Lucknow Estate for the good of the community.
Giving Opportunities:
The Castle seeks support for our ongoing restoration projects, educational and public programming, and general operations. Individual and library membership and corporate sponsorship options abound. We seek long-term partnerships with foundations whose mission and interest align with our own.
Volunteer Opportunities:
The Castle has a history of relying on volunteers. We welcome volunteers across all areas: educational/ public programming, in the Lucknow Mansion, the gardens and grounds, and helping to direct guests visiting our campus. We celebrate our volunteers and have a high return rate. With almost 30,000 visitors annually, volunteers are offered a range of ways to both help enhance the visitor experience while staying active themselves. Visit www.castleintheclouds.org/ volunteer to learn more about volunteering at the Castle.
Board Officers / Board Members
Ann Glover Board Chair
Mark
Anita Springer Treasurer Investment Manager and Associate Professor of Business, Harvard University
Andy Coppinger Principal Moultonborough Academy
Hackl
Pam Mannion Professional Sports Family Facilitator
Photo by Stoddard Whitridge
Catholic Charities New Hampshire
Mission Statement:
Grounded in the life and ministry of Jesus Christ, Catholic Charities New Hampshire responds to those in need with programs that heal, comfort and empower.
Top Funding Sources:
Corporate, individual and foundation
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1945
EMPLOYEES: 935
ANNUAL REVENUE: $77,000,000
Service Locations:
Social Services Offices: Berlin, Concord, Greenland, Laconia, Lebanon, Lancaster, Littleton, Manchester, Nashua, Rochester, Greater Monadnock. Health Care Facilities: Berlin, Dover, Laconia, Manchester, Windham
Contact:
Karen Moynihan
Vice President of Philanthropy 100 William Loeb Drive, Unit 3 Manchester, NH 03109
603-663-0240
kmoynihan@nh-cc.org www.cc-nh.org
2025 Goals:
Our goal is to ensure that New Hampshire residents facing hardship, crisis and uncertainty can access the resources and support they need to overcome adversity and build sustainable futures. We serve individuals and families from all backgrounds and beliefs, finding solutions for the most pressing issues impacting New Hampshire residents and communities, including poverty, food insecurity, mental health challenges, homelessness, social isolation, aging, unsafe environments for children and, more recently, access to affordable housing. Whether it’s helping a family struggling to get by, a mother and baby with no safe place to call home, a homebound senior in need of food, a veteran overcoming past trauma, or someone facing mental health challenges, we are committed to providing every opportunity for those we serve to create the brighter future they deserve.
Fundraising Events:
The year ahead is packed with exciting events catering to all ages, all in support of our vital programs! Join us on Saturday, February 22, for our renowned Mardi Gras Gala at the DoubleTree in Manchester, featuring a Cajun-inspired dinner, dancing, captivating silent and live auctions, and plenty of entertainment that’s sure to leave lasting memories. Additionally, our Liberty House program will host its annual Fore the Veterans Golf Tournament on Friday, June 27, and the Veterans Day Breakfast on Saturday, November 8. Our New Generation program, offering shelter and transitional housing to single mothers and their children, invites you to tee off at the “Mulligans for Moms” Golf Tournament on September 15 at Breakfast Hill Golf Club in Greenland. You can also make a big impact by hosting third-party events or fundraisers! For questions or additional information, reach out to Rebecca Fredrickson at rfredrickson@nh-cc.org.
Giving Opportunities:
Catholic Charities New Hampshire offers a range of flexible and convenient giving opportunities to support our transformative, life-changing work. This includes corporate sponsorships, cash gifts, matching gifts, contributions of security and mutual fund shares, donor advised funds, in-kind donations, memorial gifts, legacy bequests and even cryptocurrency contributions. Catholic Charities New Hampshire is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that ensures all your donations are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. Every gift directly fuels our programs right here in NH, guaranteeing your gift delivers impact, and goes into action immediately. Visit cc-nh.org/ways-to-give to learn more.
Volunteer Opportunities:
Catholic Charities New Hampshire provides many rewarding ways to support people and communities across New Hampshire through the spirit of volunteerism. We welcome individuals, families, students, corporate groups and more! This includes delivering food or providing rides for homebound seniors through our CareGivers programs (Greater Manchester and Nashua), assisting seniors through our Monadnock at Home program (Monadnock Region), lending a hand at our various senior living communities, or providing administrative or event support. To discover a new sense of purpose through volunteerism, visit cc-nh.org/volunteer, or call 603-669-3030 for more information.
Board Officers / Board Members
Thomas
E. Blonski President & CEO
Dr. Susan
Vice Chair Hooksett
D.
Most Rev. Peter A. Libasci Chairman Diocese of Manchester
COAST (Cooperative Alliance for Seacoast Transportation)
Mission Statement:
COAST’s mission is to champion and provide customer-focused public transportation with a commitment to excellence in safety and service.
Top Funding Sources:
Advertising, foundations/individual giving, government, passenger fares and service agreements.
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1982
EMPLOYEES: 68
ANNUAL REVENUE: $8,262,043
Service Locations:
COAST connects people and communities with fixed-route buses that serve 10 communities in the Greater Seacoast area, and by providing ondemand paratransit services to 13 communities all in NH and ME. COAST also operates TripLink, a regional transportation call center that takes trip requests on behalf of partner agencies.
Contact:
Rad Nichols
Executive Director 42 Sumner Drive Dover, NH 03820
603-743-5777
rnichols@coastbus.org
2025 Goals:
Since 1982, COAST has provided over 16 million rides connecting people and communities in the Greater Seacoast region, linking them to work, school, doctor appointments, shopping and social events. COAST’s annual operating budget ranges between $7.5 million and $8.5 million. As our balance of funding sources shifts, COAST’s operational goals are to maintain all currently operated fixed-route services, respond to the growing needs for our demand response services for older adults and individuals living with disabilities, and maintain competitive pay rates for our most challenging-to-fill positions. Our capital goals include raising the outstanding resources needed to begin construction on our new facility and creating an endowment that will support long-range strategic projects.
Fundraising Events:
COAST hosts a series of “Learn and Engage” events through the year aimed at raising awareness and investment among the business and philanthropic communities. During the holidays, COAST supports area bus ticket donation drives. We also participate in annual online fundraising events such as NH Gives and Giving Tuesday.
Giving Opportunities:
COAST’s budget is funded through a blend of sources, one of which is federal funding that requires a local match. Giving opportunities, all of which qualify as a match, include sponsorships of “fare-free days” and advertising on COAST buses and shelters. In addition to these annual support opportunities, COAST is in the midst of a $7 million capital campaign to support the future of public transportation on the Seacoast. The campaign has three priority areas: Capital, building a state-ofthe-art facility ($4 million); Annual, strengthening our financial base ($1 million); and Endowment, ensuring a Future of Opportunity ($2 million).
Capital campaign giving opportunities include direct gifts of cash, securities, personal property and various types of planned gifts. Naming opportunities at the new facility are also available.
Board Officers / Board Members
Scott Bogle Treasurer
Rockingham Planning Commission
David
Dennis Shanahan Chair City of Dover
Michael Scala Vice Chair City of Rochester
Margaret Joyce Secretary Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce
Sean Clancy City of Portsmouth
Sönke Dornblut Town of Newmarket
Denis Hebert Town of Newington
Colin Lentz
Strafford Regional Planning Commission
Michael Mates Pease Development Authority
Joann Neumann Families First Health & Support Center
Crystal Paradis-Catanzaro City of Somersworth
Tovey Town of Exeter
COAST Connects People at All Stages of Life
COAST is the common thread that runs through the Seacoast, connecting people to work, school, medical services, shopping, events and recreation. With an estimated annual economic impact of over $33.7M, COAST is helping to drive the economy by ensuring access for all.
Cottage Hospital
Mission Statement:
To strengthen the health of our community by providing accessible, quality care.
Top Funding Sources:
Patient Care: 98.5%
Grant Funds: .5%
Other Operating Income/Café/ Medical Records/340B Program: 1%
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1903
EMPLOYEES: 300
ANNUAL REVENUE: $42,175,285
Service Locations:
Cottage Hospital
90 Swiftwater Road Woodsville, NH 03785
Rowe Health Center (RHC) 103 Swiftwater Road Woodsville, NH 03785
Contact:
Brandy L. Helm
Director of Community Relations & Nutrition Services
Cottage Hospital hosts a 5k run and a fundraising gala annually, both of which are vital in supporting the hospital’s initiatives. The Cottage Hospital Auxiliary plays a crucial role in raising funds for the procurement of new equipment and resources. Contributions from the local community are instrumental in ensuring the success of our events.
Giving Opportunities:
Locally, we provide health screenings and educational workshops on wellness and prevention. At Cottage Hospital, we believe in fostering a strong relationship with our community through engaging events that promote health, education and joy. Our annual holiday open house is a cherished tradition, bringing together families for a magical evening with Santa, and it serves as a wonderful opportunity for local businesses to contribute and connect with our shared goals. Collaborating with the Volunteer Fire Department (VFD) ensures our events, like the 5k race, prioritize safety and community spirit. Participating in fun activities such as the community donkey ball game and floor hockey with high school students highlights our commitment to community involvement and camaraderie. Additionally, our bi-annual visits to the senior center focus on empowering older adults with vital health information and resources, reinforcing our dedication to comprehensive community wellness.
Volunteer Opportunities:
Volunteering at a Cottage Hospital offers a rewarding opportunity to give back to the community while gaining valuable experience. The Auxiliary, often a key component of hospital volunteer programs, plays a crucial role in supporting various hospital functions through fundraising and service projects. Volunteers can assist with patient services, administrative tasks, or help organize community events and fundraisers. Event volunteers, in particular, are essential for ensuring the success of hospital-led events, such as health fairs, charity runs or holiday celebrations. These roles provide a chance to develop new skills, meet like-minded individuals, and make a meaningful impact on the hospital’s mission to deliver quality health care. For those interested, reaching out to the hospital’s volunteer coordinator is a great first step to learn more about available opportunities and how to get involved.
Board of Trustees
President & CEO
Holly McCormack, DNP RN
Vallee Chairperson
Cross Roads House
Mission Statement:
We offer shelter, respect and collaborative solutions to unhoused individuals and families who aspire to return to permanent housing and thrive in their community.
Top Funding Sources:
Individual donors and private grants: 60%
Federal, state and local municipalities: 40%
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1982
EMPLOYEES: 34
ANNUAL REVENUE: $3,935,265
Service Locations:
We are located in Portsmouth, NH, and service all of Rockingham and Strafford counties in NH and southern York County in Maine. We are also the Emergency Overnight Warming Center for Rockingham County.
Contact:
Joanne Muckenhoupt
Director of Development 600 Lafayette Road Portsmouth, NH 03801
As New Hampshire’s second-largest homeless shelter, our goal is to continue to provide our proven formula of success in sheltering individuals and families, meeting their immediate needs, helping them find housing and reclaiming their place in our community. Every day, we address the evolving demographic of the homeless population and the needs they present as the housing crisis continues to escalate. Homelessness is a complex, life-threatening issue — one we cannot solve alone. The support we receive is so inspiring and gives us the drive to look toward the future for ways we can continue to build a thriving community together. For 2025, we look to achieve an annual fund goal of $2,100,000.
Fundraising Events:
We hold several events throughout the year that engage the community to support Cross Roads House. These include benefit concerts at Jimmy’s Jazz & Blues Club in Portsmouth, our annual Benefit by the Sea gala in May at the Wentworth by the Sea, and the Community Event Series, where we partner with local venues to showcase music with the proceeds to benefit CRH. Sign up to receive our newsletters, follow us on social media, or check our website for more information.
Giving Opportunities:
Cross Roads House is funded primarily through individual and corporate donations, fundraising events and grants. Financial contributions help us meet our residents’ immediate needs through sheltering, case management and placement into permanent housing. You can make a single gift or consider a monthly recurring gift — a great way to provide impact all year. In-kind donations are equally appreciated, providing food for the shelter and new clothing and personal care items that help our residents feel safe and respected.
Volunteer Opportunities:
Volunteers are an integral part of our success at Cross Roads House. We welcome community members individually or in groups to help with landscaping and cleaning projects, preparing, cooking and serving meals, sharing a professional skill with our residents or staff, or even offering new ways to help. Every day, volunteers positively impact our residents and underscore the work we all do.
To learn more, visit crossroadshouse.org/volunteer.
Board Officers / Board Members
Chuck Silva President Albany International Corporation
Vanda Moore Vice President Sprague Electric
Bob Brown Treasurer Consultant
Jason Gregoire Secretary Sheehan Phinney
Michael Adams Architects LLC
Mike Ambrogi Novocure
Bob Bear Co-founder of Access Sports Medicine Retired
Chris Bellmare Arista Networks
Suzanne Bresette Stratoge Partners
Ken Cohen Psychiatrist
Denis Dillon McLane Middleton
Kathryn Drew Bank of America
Mike Dvorak Service Credit Union
Brian Gibb Finance Executive and Community Advocate (Semi-retired)
Steve Goddard
Marketing Executive and founder of Pravana International (Retired)
Dismas Home is a residential treatment and reentry program for justiceinvolved women with substance use disorder. Dismas Home offers them the opportunity to improve their lives by providing effective clinical treatments and a wide range of social support services in a safe, loving, home-like residential environment.
Top Funding Sources:
● DHHS
● Individual philanthropy
● Foundations and grants
● Corporate sponsorships
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2015
EMPLOYEES: 10
ANNUAL REVENUE: $1,000,000
Service Locations:
We serve women from all over New Hampshire in our homes located in Manchester and soon-to-be Rochester.
Our 2025 goals include becoming an engaged community member as we open our newest home in Rochester, NH, and welcoming more women into our intensive 90-day and transitional living programs. To see that through, we are embarking on a renovation project to turn 245 Rochester Hill Road into a comforting, safe and bright residential space for 14 women. We are eager to achieve our capital campaign goal of $2.5 million to see this project to completion, continuing to move our mission forward to have a home in every county in New Hampshire.
Fundraising Events:
Our signature Diamonds and Denim Gala will be held on October 3, 2025, at the Bedford Event Center in Bedford, NH. At this historically sold-out event, individuals and organizations come together to dine, bid, dance and celebrate the work of Dismas Home and the successes of the women who have transformed their lives. While some attendees have been impacted in one way or another by substance misuse, others are simply committed to moving the mission forward to help even more women across New Hampshire transform their lives. Regardless, everyone joining us at the Gala is changed by the night’s end.
Giving Opportunities:
There are various ways that businesses and individuals can support Dismas Home:
● New Hampshire Tax Credit opportunities to support our Courage to Change Capital Campaign
● Connections to foundations for grant opportunities
● Gifts of stock and individual philanthropy
● Sponsorship of outings, meals, projects, etc.
● Provide basic supplies for new residents
● Dental services are always needed for residents
Volunteer Opportunities:
We welcome volunteers to engage in our programs in a variety of ways:
● Organize an outing for the residents
● Have a company volunteer day at the Home to garden, do landscaping, complete a much-needed project, etc.
● Teach a skill, craft or other class to the residents
Board Officers / Board Members
Santina Thibedeau Co-chair Milford, NH School District
Madeline Hutchings Vice-chair
Sheehan Phinney Bass & Green, PA
Julie McCarthy-Brown Co-chair Retired
Carol McGarry
Casey Cavanaugh St. Anselm College
Susan
Persephanie L’Esperance Grand Maison Recovery
Darren Schriever SkyTerra Technologies
Easterseals NH
Mission Statement:
Easterseals NH provides plans of care comprised of thoughtfully integrated services that help those with varied abilities live, learn, work and play throughout their lifetimes. We deliver best-in-class care to thousands of New Hampshire children, adults, seniors and veterans each year.
Top Funding Sources:
• Program service fees and grants
• Contributions and bequests
• Annual fundraising campaigns
• Event sponsorships and ticket sales
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1936
EMPLOYEES: 1,500
ANNUAL REVENUE: $125,888,515 in FY2024
Service Locations:
Headquarters: 555 Auburn St., Manchester, NH, with additional locations across the state.
Contact:
Erin Schaick
Director of Corporate Relations 555 Auburn St. Manchester, NH 03103 603-621-3570 development@eastersealsnh.org www.eastersealsnh.org
2025 Goals:
Easterseals NH has three major projects in 2025. First is the completion of Phase I of the Easterseals NH Military & Veterans Campus in Franklin, a 15-acre, first-of-its-kind center of excellence for those who have served that will include affordable housing, a hub of services and a retreat center. Additionally, we are raising funds through more than 60 donor naming opportunities for Phase II of the campus, which will include a multi-purpose recreation center. Second, we are raising funds to renovate our Gammon Academy residence on Zachary Road in Manchester, NH, to be welcoming and modern, providing safety, comfort and opportunity to students with significant behavioral health needs. Third, we are on a mission to redefine inclusive child care in New Hampshire by setting new industry standards at our Early Childhood Centers of Excellence. Our two Manchester locations provide integrated care that may include developmental services such as speech therapy, physical therapy, and social and emotional supports, and we are raising additional funds for these centers to make our strategic goals a reality.
Fundraising Events:
Easterseals NH and its Veterans Count program hold various fundraising events throughout the year, from community golf tournaments and 5K races to a land and lake poker run in the summer and a craft beer and wine festival in the fall. We also hold an annual celebration event late in the calendar year, a unique opportunity for donors, supporters, staff and clients to come together and celebrate program successes. Visit eastersealsnh.org/events to view full event schedules and learn about upcoming sponsorship or volunteer opportunities.
Giving Opportunities:
• Provide monetary support via mail, online, in-person or phone
• Donate to our Military & Veterans Campus to receive donor building and/or room naming opportunities
• Attend or become a corporate sponsor at one of our fundraising events
• Organize an in-kind collection drive to benefit one of our programs
Volunteer Opportunities:
We are always looking for volunteers! Here are a few ways you can get involved:
• Volunteer in programs like our Early Childhood Centers of Excellence or our Adult Day program in Manchester, NH
• Become a corporate partner, raising and donating money, or participating in events
• Provide maintenance support at one of our program facilities, such as cleaning, painting or landscaping
Board Officers / Board Members
Bryan Bouchard Chair Southern New Hampshire University
Andrew MacWilliam Past Chair
Pricewaterhouse Coopers LLP (Retired)
Bradford Cook, Esq. Secretary Sheehan Phinney Bass & Green
Tom Sullivan Vice Chair Sullivan Construction, Inc.
Ajay Arigala Fidelity Investments
Gregory Baxter, MD Elliot Health System
Matthew Boucher Airmar Technology Group
Jo Brown City of Franklin, NH (Retired)
Rick Courtemanche IBM (Retired)
Dan Cronin CGI Business Solutions
Eddie Edwards State of New Hampshire, Department of Safety
Ryan C. Fox BankProv
Linda Uliva James Vermont Department for Children and Families (Retired)
William Lambrukos Northeast Delta Dental
Susan Martore-Baker Cambridge Trust of New Hampshire
Tracey Pelton PROCON
Richard Rawlings Northwestern Mutual (Retired)
Nathan Saller Bellwether Community Credit Union
Sgt. Amanda Smith Manchester, NH Police Department
Sanjeev Srinivasan Hypertherm
Tim Wade M&T Bank
Rob Wieczorek Wieczorek Insurance
CHILDREN ADULTS VETERANS SENIORS
Caring for a loved one with a disability is a journey of dedication and fulfillment. Our many integrated services empower individuals and their families—whether children, adults, seniors, or veterans—to thrive. We offer everything from early intervention to residential care. With resources, respite, and connection, we help you create a life full of possibilities for you and your loved one.
Experience the support you and your loved ones deserve.
Elliot Health System/Mary & John Elliot Charitable Foundation
Mission Statement:
The Elliot Health System mission strives to: INSPIRE wellness, HEAL our patients, and SERVE with compassion in every interaction.
Our mission at the Mary & John Elliot Charitable Foundation is to expand and improve the health care options available to our local community by supporting the resource needs of the Elliot Health System. The Foundation is committed to building an ongoing circle of friends whose support will help identify and meet the emerging health care needs of Elliot Health System.
Top Funding Sources:
Individual annual donors, corporate partners, special events, foundation/trust grants and planned gifts.
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2001
EMPLOYEES: 9
ANNUAL REVENUE: $1,900,000
Service Locations:
Elliot Health System, established in 1890, is the largest nonprofit provider of comprehensive health care services in southern New Hampshire. The Elliot has over 50 inpatient and outpatient service sites across southern NH. The cornerstone of The Elliot is Elliot Hospital, a 296-bed acute care facility, located in Manchester.
Contact:
Kelli Rafferty
Executive Director of Philanthropy & Community Benefits
701 Riverway Place Bedford, NH 03110
603-663-8934
krafferty@elliot-hs.org www.elliothospital.org
David Bellman Chair Bellman Jewelers
Charles S. Goodwin Vice Chair Community Member
Adrienne Rupp Secretary Kelly Comeau Community Member
2025 Goals:
The Elliot is firmly rooted in our community and trusted for generations, a truly compassionate team of health care professionals relentlessly dedicated to providing innovative, life-changing and lifesaving health care every day to every individual. The Mary and John Elliot Charitable Foundation is a nonprofit organization created to provide financial support for the various health care needs of southern New Hampshire and the Elliot Health System. The Foundation is committed to building an ongoing circle of friends whose support will identify and meet the emerging health care needs of The Elliot.
Fundraising Events:
The Foundation hosts several Signature Events annually — Elliot Gala, Elliot Golf Classic, Elliot Fall Fest Golf, Garden Party and the Solinsky Center for Cancer Care Walk for Hope — all to benefit patient care across Elliot Health System. We also raise funds through our Annual Giving Fund, Corporate Partnership Program and our Inspired Giving Program (grateful patient program). For more information on becoming an annual donor, corporate partner, forming a team for Walk for Hope, attending or volunteering for an event, or to donate to our event auctions, please visit elliothospital. org/foundation for more information or email us at foundation@elliothospital.org.
Giving Opportunities:
Contributions support a wide variety of programs and services at The Elliot. Areas of special focus includes expanding patient programs at the Solinsky Center for Cancer Care at The Elliot, including art and wellness programs, transportation services, survivorship activities and nutrition programs. Specialized supportive programs focused on our hospital patients with dementia; sensory and music therapy programs provided by our Child Life Specialist team; and clinical equipment upgrades for our Labor & Delivery program and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and advanced clinical trainings. The Elliot Young Professionals Group is a networking group that serves a purpose to support the health and well-being of our community. This group hosts networking and social events with a purpose and to enact change and contribute to the community by supporting philanthropic needs at The Elliot. Donors giving $1,000 or more annually will be acknowledged in our President’s Society
Volunteer Opportunities:
The Mary & John Elliot Charitable Foundation has volunteer opportunities with our special events, including event planning and day-of-event opportunities. At Elliot Hospital, volunteers are always welcome. The Elliot has two volunteer groups: The Elliot Hospital Associates are enthusiastic fundraising and service volunteers, and the Elliot Hospital Volunteers donate their time and skills in numerous capacities to assist patients and our various hospital departments. For more information, please call 603-663-8934.
Board Officers / Board Members
Jeff Guerette InterSystems.com
Mark Hagopian Community Member
Keith Janca NY Life
Shilpi Mehrotra TD Bank
Selma Naccach-Hoff Community Member
Richard Rawlings Community Member
Charles F. Rolecek CR’s The Restaurant
Elliot Smith Bank Prov
Kurt Strandson Pinnacle Mortgage Group
James J. Tenn, Jr., Esq, Tenn & Tenn, P.A
Elliot Hospital Representatives: Kirsten Arnold
Holly Mintz, MD
W. Gregory Baxter, MD CEO and President, Elliot Health System
Priscilla Webler
Elliot Hospital Associates
We Care. We Share. We Give.
We are The Elliot.
Your gift to The Mary & John Elliot Charitable Foundation supports The Elliot’s mission of providing innovative, life-changing, and life-saving care to every individual, every day. By joining our circle of friends, you directly impact the high-quality healthcare available to your neighbors, friends, and loved ones right here at home.
Whether through events like the Walk for Hope, contributing to our Annual Fund, or making an Inspired Gift in honor of a provider, your generosity fosters a healthier, stronger community.
Join us today and become part of a legacy that touches countless lives.
To learn more about giving to The Elliot through the Mary & John Elliot Charitable Foundation, please visit ElliotHospital.org/Foundation.
Girl Scouts of the Green and White Mountains
Mission Statement:
Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence and character who make the world a better place.
Top Funding Sources:
Our funding sources include corporate partners and sponsors, individual donors, public and private grant programs, and girl-led opportunities.
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1912
EMPLOYEES: 50
ANNUAL REVENUE: $6,177,085
Service Locations:
Our NH service center is located in Bedford.
Contact:
Patricia Mellor
Chief Executive Officer
1 Commerce Drive Bedford, NH 03110
603-474-9686
pmellor@girlscoutsgwm.org www.girlscoutsgwm.org
2025 Goals:
Before she’s space-walking, using her voice for change, conquering that Grand Slam or winning Grammys, she’s a Girl Scout. Girl Scouts of the Green and White Mountains prepares her for a lifetime of leadership — from lobbying the city council with her troop to holding a seat in Congress; from running her own cookie business today to tackling cybersecurity tomorrow. Girl Scouts is a place where she’ll practice different skills, explore her potential, take on leadership positions, and even feel allowed to fail, dust herself off, get up and try again. We will continue to widen our reach by ensuring that the benefits of Girl Scouts are available to all through financial assistance, programs run in partnership with community organizations and after-school programs, and expanding our online programs. Girl Scouts takes her potential, combines it with robust skill-building programming, and adds caring adult mentors and strong female role models to build girls who make the world a better place.
Fundraising Events:
Girls are the leaders and innovators that our future world requires, and being Girl Scouts gives them the tools they need to succeed. With your help, we can continue to create and optimize an environment where girls explore freely, expand their perspectives and discover the unimaginable. Whether in person or online, volunteers are critical to our activities, such as the Girl Scout Cookie program. They teach financial literacy and life skills. Partnership opportunities include our Young Women of Distinction celebrations and Expo. You can support Girl Scout initiatives in STEM, outdoor adventures, the Girl Scout Leadership Experience and Girl Assistance programs.
Giving Opportunities:
Our individual and corporate donors have been generous and have made a direct and positive impact on Girl Scouts across New Hampshire and Vermont. Giving opportunities include, but are not limited to: supporting the continued growth of our membership through program expansion and facility improvements; Girl Assistance Fund and Campership Assistance, providing Girl Scouting to girls regardless of their family’s economic circumstances; Gift of Caring and Hometown Heroes programs, donating Girl Scout Cookies to front-line workers and military service members; matching gifts through employer contributions; and planned giving through memorial gifts and our Juliette Gordon Low Society. For more details, contact us or visit our “Donate” page on our website.
Volunteer Opportunities:
Volunteerism is at the heart of the Girl Scout experience. Volunteering for Girl Scouts can truly make a difference in the life of a girl. Volunteer opportunities include leading a troop, supporting an after-school program, opportunities to serve on our board and committees, and more. Positions are available for a variety of time commitments and skill sets. Contact us or visit “Volunteer” on our website for more information.
Board Officers / Board Members
Goodwill Northern New England
Mission Statement:
Goodwill Northern New England invests in people who need support to achieve their work and life goals.
Goodwill Northern New England’s vision is that everyone can achieve and maintain personal stability with the help of Goodwill’s holistic approach to services and employment. We have a goal of moving 10,000 people in Maine, New Hampshire and Vermont into personal stability by 2027 — as of September 2024, we have reached more than 90% of our goal.
Fundraising Events:
Throughout the year, Goodwill Northern New England hosts events to help connect and educate our communities about our services including our workforce and health care programs. Please keep an eye out for event details at www.goodwillnne.org.
Giving Opportunities:
Make a gift to support our programs and sustainability initiatives by contacting development@goodwillnne.org, or visiting our website for corporate and will and estate gift opportunities at www. goodwillnne.org/make-a-gift/.
Volunteer Opportunities:
Email info@goodwillnne.org to learn about volunteer opportunities at Goodwill Northern New England.
Tiffany Breau-Metivier Board Chair Unum
Liza Casella Board Vice Chair
Casella Waste Management
David Damour Board Treasurer Community Volunteer
Lynn Stanley Board Secretary NH Chapter; VT Chapter; National Association of Social Workers
Andy Mayo L.L. Bean Inc.
Chris Hutchinson Camden National Bank
Jennifer Stickney Idexx Board Officers / Board Members
Kim Bridgham Community Volunteer
Matthew Witten Camden National Bank
Melissa Murphy Community Volunteer
Mimi Simpson Dartmouth College Emeritus
Rick Stauffer Preti Flaherty
Rob McGregor Community Volunteer
Sarah Morton Saco School Department
Granite State Independent Living
Mission Statement:
To promote quality of life with independence for people with disabilities. We do this through system and self-advocacy, information and referral, independent living skills training, peer counseling and support, and transition services.
Top Funding Sources:
Program fees: 76%
Grants/government contracts: 20%
Contributions: 4%
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1980
EMPLOYEES: 592
ANNUAL REVENUE: $25,296,293
Service Locations:
As New Hampshire’s only Center for Independent Living, GSIL is a statewide organization serving people with disabilities throughout the state. The corporate office is located in Concord, with additional offices located in Dover, Littleton, Manchester and Nashua.
Granite State Independent Living is a statewide nonprofit organization whose mission is to promote quality of life with independence for people with disabilities. With support from community partners and friends like you, GSIL helps individuals live independently throughout New Hampshire. In 2025, GSIL will continue the following:
• Assist over 500 at-risk students with education, transitioning and career goals
• Support 300+ adults with employment goals to increase financial self-sufficiency
• Provide home care for 500+ persons with disabilities to ensure quality of life
• Provide 80+ individuals with home modifications, durable medical equipment and more to increase safety and accessibility
• Advocate for personal care and other disability services in the community
• Expand our workforce to ensure our consumers’ needs are being met
• Improve self-advocacy for people with disabilities
• Work to decrease unemployment for people with disabilities
Fundraising Events:
GSIL holds several mission-driven events each year. We encourage the community at large to get involved by volunteering, participating or sponsoring!
• Hoops on Wheels is GSIL’s signature wheelchair basketball tournament. Held every March, this fun, mission-driven event is geared to help the community at large understand the challenges of living with disabilities.
• In September, we hit the links for our Chipping in FORE Independence, our annual golf tournament that raises funds to support our mission of promoting quality of life with independence. Held at Stonebridge Country Club, this fun and popular event often sells out.
• We honor individuals and businesses that have supported GSIL during the year at our Annual Dinner and Awards Night. All are welcome to attend and hear firsthand how many dedicated supporters have been able to impact our consumers statewide.
Giving Opportunities:
We can all make a difference in the lives of people with disabilities throughout the state of New Hampshire. GSIL offers a variety of ways to invest in this meaningful cause. No matter how big or small, your gift will impact the life of a person with a disability in your community. To help support those who need us most, please visit www.gsil.org/donate and make your gift today! For more information on all the ways to help, please feel free to contact our Development Team at 603-410-6560.
Volunteer Opportunities:
Volunteers are an integral part of our GSIL family and are critical to our success and help support community events, fundraising efforts, and more! Every volunteer plays a key role in helping to offset our costs so that our resources can be focused on changing the lives of those we serve. Interested in volunteering? Please call us at 603-410-6560.
Board Officers / Board Members
Grant Van Der Beken Chair
Lisabritt Solsky Stevens Secretary
of the Public Guardian of New Hampshire
Kevin Ennis
Consumer
Dave Qualey Mobility Works
Care
Mission Statement:
Harbor Care is committed to breaking the cycle of homelessness through housing, health care and veteran services. Our vision is one where everyone gets to live safe, stable and healthy lives, filled with purpose, respect and dignity.
Top Funding Sources:
Dept. of Housing and Urban Development
Dept. of Health and Human Services
State of NH
Dept. of Veterans Affairs
Private grants and contributions
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1980
EMPLOYEES: 250
Service Locations: Nashua, Manchester, Plymouth, Salem, Antrim, Claremont
Harbor Care is committed to breaking the cycle of homelessness through housing, health care and veteran services. Each year, nine out of 10 individuals we place in permanent housing with wraparound support do not return to homelessness. In 2025, our three key priorities are:
• Ending veteran homelessness in Manchester
• Reducing chronic homelessness in Greater Nashua
• Providing substance use treatment and recovery to our most vulnerable, including mothers and children.
Fundraising Events:
Thanksgiving Community Dinner: For 20 years, Harbor Care has welcomed thousands of our most vulnerable community members to celebrate Thanksgiving, enjoy a great meal and have fellowship together. It is held the Tuesday before Thanksgiving, and this is much more than just a meal for the more than 300 individuals and families who attend each year. For many, it’s the moment a door opens, and they find the help they desperately need.
NH Veteran Stand Down: An important resource expo for veterans in need of assistance. Hosted by Harbor Care in partnership with the VA, and dozens of community service providers, where veterans can access assistance on many different needs, all in one location. This includes housing, food, medical care, pension claims, employment, finances and more.
Giving Opportunities:
How your support can help:
$50 – Safety kits (socks, hat, blanket, personal care/hygiene supplies)
$100 – Employment Support (training, certification, work clothing)
$500 – Welcome Home Kit: essentials for a family moving from homelessness into home (food, linens, dishes/cookware, etc.)
$1,000 – 1 year of comprehensive support for a veteran moving out of homelessness and on to a pathway to success
Ways to give:
Cash, appreciated stocks, IRA distribution, DAFs, monthly donation. Contact donations@harborcarenh.org for more information, or visit www.harborcarenh.org to make a donation.
Volunteer Opportunities:
Volunteers can provide administrative support in finance and HR, help advance our marketing/communications, join in fundraising efforts, and help maintain our facilities with landscaping, painting and light carpentry.
Board Officers / Board Members
Breaking the cycle of homelessness through housing, healthcare and veteran services.
Home Health & Hospice Care
Mission Statement:
Home Health & Hospice Care provides trusted patient-centered services that enhance each individual’s independence and quality throughout life.
Serving 25 cities and towns in southern New Hampshire including greater Nashua, greater Manchester, and our 16-suite Community Hospice House in Merrimack.
Contact:
Barbara Lafrance President/CEO
7 Executive Park Drive Merrimack, NH 03054
603-882-2941 info@hhhc.org www.hhhc.org
2025 Goals:
Our top priority is to deliver exceptional care and outcomes for patients of all ages — children, the elderly, the acutely or chronically ill, and those nearing the end of life. Serving 25 communities across southern New Hampshire, we offer comprehensive home health services, including nursing, rehabilitation therapies, medical social work and licensed nursing assistants. Our hospice team brings compassionate care to patients in their homes, in nursing facilities, and at our advanced 16-bed Community Hospice House. Families and physicians trust Home Health & Hospice Care, one of the region’s most experienced visiting nurse associations, for skilled, interdisciplinary care at every stage of life.
Fundraising Events:
Champagne Luncheon for Women — a celebration of women with entertainment, shopping, music, champagne and more! Annual Golf Tournament — to benefit HHHC’s Home Care and Pediatric Programs. Annual Wine Dinner — a themed benefit for the Community Hospice House.
Giving Opportunities:
Home Health & Hospice Care and the Community Hospice House depend on the generosity of a caring community to provide free and subsidized care to those patients who fall through the insurance cracks and have no resources to pay for care. One can contribute to HHHC through memorial gifts in memory of a loved one, by naming HHHC in their will or planning giving arrangements, and by participating in and/or sponsoring fundraising events.
Volunteer Opportunities:
Volunteers are essential to our mission of providing the best care possible to the patients and families we serve. Our volunteers provide a variety of services including administrative support, respite care for families, sitting vigil, pet therapy, or providing support to veterans through our We Honor Veterans program. Those with a green thumb enjoy dedicating time to keeping our extensive Community Hospice House gardens looking beautiful. Our comprehensive volunteer training program allows interested people to learn and have a very meaningful volunteer experience.
Board Officers / Board Members
Pat
Jeanine
Elizabeth Cote
Dave Christiansen
Marcia Donaldson,
Scott Flegal
Tracy
Susan Mathias
Dee Pringle
Linda Robinson
John Sarro
Jaron Slattery
Scott Toothaker
Stephanie Rosenblum,Wolf-MD
Jennifer Leonard Yeomans
Tim Lafferty Chair
Kilgallen Vice Chair
Treasurer
Kathie McIntyre Secretary
Barbara Lafrance President/CEO
Rev. Dr. Andrew Armstrong
Brunini
Emeritus
Eileen Beckhardt Freedman
Robert Gaumont
Hart
Sandy Rodgers
The Community Hospice House, a warm, comforting, and supportive community resource, now features 16 state-of-the-art patient suites, giving more families access to compassionate care when they need it most.
Providing a home-like environment, this is a place for family to gather, for loved ones to reconnect, for music to be played, and for all to enjoy the extensive gardens that surround the property. This is a place where time slows and hands are held, where memories become vivid and stories are shared.
Both young and old alike have lived their final days at the Community Hospice House, surrounded by family and friends.
French doors open so that patient beds can be wheeled on to the patio when the season allows.
Lovering Health Center
Mission Statement:
Lovering Health Center’s mission is to provide confidential, comprehensive and accurate sexual and reproductive health information and services to all in a supportive environment. It is our passion to honor, respect and advocate for the right of everyone to maintain freedom and choices regarding their own sexual and reproductive health.
Top Funding Sources:
Patient Service Revenue: 38%
Individual Contributions: 43%
Private Grants: 19%
Individual contributions and grants allow us to serve uninsured and low-income patients on a sliding scale to ensure services are available to all. Grants and donations also support our outreach and community education programs.
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1980
EMPLOYEES: 16
ANNUAL REVENUE: $1,016,000
Service Locations:
We serve patients from all areas of NH, southern Maine and northern Massachusetts with on-site and telehealth visits. We serve abortion patients from across the country who choose services in New Hampshire.
The Lovering will continue to advocate for and serve any person who seeks comprehensive sexual and reproductive health care in 2025. We will maintain and seek to grow high-quality health care services for patients who may not have access to care due to systemic inequities. These systemic factors most often impact LGBTQ+, BIPOC, and low-income individuals, youth and cisgender women. Because of the Lovering, individuals will have the knowledge and resources to make informed decisions about their reproductive and sexual health, centered around bodily autonomy and compassion, measured by patient access and timely care, patient satisfaction and health outcomes.
Fundraising Events:
• Events: Champions for Choice (spring), Cheers for Choice (fall)
The Lovering hosts two annual events and both are focused on sharing with our supporters how we are leveraging their support to impact our community. Our Fall Cheers for Choice event is an opportunity to celebrate our collective impact, stay connected, and have fun.
• Fundraisers: We work with businesses and individuals to create energetic, community-based events and fundraising campaigns. We participate two annual appeals and in NH Gives. If you have an idea for a fundraiser, please contact us!
Giving Opportunities:
Financial Support:
• Operational support via donations of any amount year-round
• Champions for Choice Giving Circle
• Monthly donor circle
• Business/corporate sponsorships
Long-term Support:
• Lovering Forever planned giving options
• Susan Werner Thoresen Lovering Forever Endowment Fund of the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation
Practical Support: Donations of items on our Amazon wish list
Volunteer Opportunities:
Volunteers are an essential piece of Lovering’s services! We believe that community members are often the best advocates for our work and for each other. If you have weekday time or a few hours for a special project during evenings or weekends, you may be able to help provide a variety of services including office support, special bulk mailings, events, on-site support for abortion patients and board of directors.
Board Officers / Board Members
Cybele Grier Board
Chair
Applied Materials (Retired)
Lindsay Goodspeed Vice Chair Owner, The Local Wash
Katherine Robart Bal Treasurer Be The Match
Mary Flowers Secretary Retired
Erica de Vries Accessio Strategies
Stacey Smith Jackson, Jackson, & Wagner
Cyndi Bear, MD OB GYN (Retired)
Maggie Woodward, MD Core Physicians
Colin Conneally ReVision Energy
Megan O’Gara University System of New Hampshire
Evan England
UNH Center for Social Policy in Practice
Susan Cannon Eastern Bank
Make-A-Wish New Hampshire
Mission Statement:
Together, we create life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses.
Top Funding Sources:
• Individual Contributions
• Special Events
• Corporate Gifts
• Planned Gifts
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1986
EMPLOYEES: 9 full time, 3 part time
ANNUAL REVENUE: $3,300,000
Service Locations:
State of New Hampshire
Contact:
Shannon Duffy
Communications and Volunteer Coordinator 814 Elm St., Suite 300 Manchester, NH 03101 603-623-9474 sduffy@nh.wish.org nh.wish.org
Dr. Brian P. Roy, PMP Board Chair BAE Systems Inc.
Peter W. Willcox, Jr., CFP Board Vice Chair
Affinity Investment Group, LLC
Ted Kitchens Board Secretary
Manchester-Boston Regional Airport
Anne H. Murray
Board Treasurer
Personal Financial Strategies
2025 Goals:
At Make-A-Wish New Hampshire, we continuously strive to reach every child fighting a critical illness. This year, we hope to grant more than 100 wishes, transforming the lives of children who need hope, strength and joy.
Fundraising Events:
Breakfast for Wishes — May 8, 2025
Our Breakfast for Wishes is a one-hour magical event held each year to share our mission, our impact and the heartfelt stories of Wish children and their families across NH. This will be our 17th year. For more information about this event or to register, visit nh.wish.org.
Rafting for Wishes — July 18-19, 2025
Rafting for Wishes is a relay-style, fundraising event held in Meredith Bay and on-land at Hesky Park in Meredith. The event is a 24-hour, jam-packed, super fun, on-the-water fundraiser that is open to the public. We are always looking for new community members to participate in this event, whether it’s creating a team, joining a team or volunteering throughout the weekend. For more information visit nh.wish.org
Wishes by the Sea — September 25, 2025
This Seacoast event is an evening of fun and inspiration. You won’t want to miss this party! Live music, networking, delicious hors d’oeuvres and heartfelt surprises. For more information about this event, visit nh.wish.org
Giving and Volunteer Opportunities:
• Join our Constellation Society
• Host an event
• Become a volunteer wish granter, office volunteer or ambassador
• Donate your resources, talents and skills. Contact our communications and volunteer coordinator Shannon Duffy at sduffy@nh.wish.org
Board Officers / Board Members
Makers Mill
Mission Statement:
Makers Mill exists to enrich rural lives and foster fulfilling livelihoods by bringing people together to discover, cultivate and share their unique gifts and skills. Our 9,000-square-foot facility offers workspaces, tools and training that support personal and professional goals. We envision a future where people find fellowship, purpose and joy as they apply their creativity and craft to nurturing thriving economies, healthy ecosystems and vibrant communities.
Top Funding Sources:
Private donors and donor-advised funds, business sponsorships and partnerships, Community Development Finance Authority, Northern Borders Regional Commission, corporate giving and grants.
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2007
EMPLOYEES: 2 full time, 5 part time
ANNUAL REVENUE: $250,000
Service Locations:
23 Bay St., Wolfeboro, NH 03894
Contact:
Joshua Arnold
Executive Director
23 Bay St. Wolfeboro, NH 03894
603-569-1500
josh@makersmill.org www.makersmill.org
2025 Goals:
Makers Mill is a state-of-the-art makerspace ready to partner with NH employers and business networks to help meet their most pressing workforce development goals. We provide equipment and tools for digital design and 3D fabrication, machining and manufacturing, woodworking and construction, metalsmithing, stained glass, electronics and robotics, fiber arts, fine arts and leatherworking. Makers Mill is the only makerspace in NH with a Haas CNC milling machine, and we are eager to see it support the manufacturing job pipeline. The same can be said for our CNC router, high-powered computers, laser cutters/engravers, industrial sewing machines, sergers, leatherworking tools, 3D printers and more.
In 2025, we would like to establish up to five partnerships with NH businesses in the fields of construction, manufacturing and green technology to support mutual goals of vocational training and workforce development.
Fundraising Events:
Makers Mill offers donors and business sponsors the opportunity to support our mission through our spring and fall appeals, which sync with NH Gives Day and Giving Tuesday, respectively. Confirming matching gift challenges from a business ahead of these annual campaigns boosts individual donor contributions and can be a very impactful way to contribute. We are also always looking for sponsors for our monthly Repair Cafe, Movers & Makers Youth Program, and Adaptive Arts Program, among other annual events like our yearly Tool Sale.
Giving Opportunities:
Giving opportunities to support Makers Mill include, but are not limited to:
• Scholarships to support equal opportunity
• Event and workspace sponsorships that help underwrite programming
• In-kind contributions of professional services
• In-kind donations of tools, equipment and consumables
• Estate and planned giving opportunities
• Gift of stocks
• Unrestricted one-time and recurring donations
Visit www.makersmill.org/give for a full list of ways to support community-centered, workforce and vocational programming at Makers Mill.
Volunteer Opportunities:
Volunteers are the heart and engine of Makers Mill. Volunteer opportunities include one-off service project days to ongoing leadership roles on a standing committee. We can also cater an opportunity to your company’s employees’ interests and needs. Some of our most popular volunteer opportunities include:
• Board of directors
• Instruct or mentor a class
• Front desk greeters
• Building and Site Service Days
• Strategic Planning Committee
• Proofreading
• Thank You Call-a-Thon
Board Officers / Board Members
Cowles President Walker & Varney PC
Susan Ferber Vice President
Dave
Scarborough Treasurer
Guttman Facilitator Independent Consultant
Mary Lyon Secretary
Joshua
Arnold Executive Director, Makers Mill
Heather Kiley YMCA Camp Huckins
Jim
Cindy
Jami Bordeau Meredith Village Savings Bank Claes Thelemarck
MAKERS
MILL A Nonprofit Community Makerspace + Vocation Hub
YOUR PARTNER in Workforce Training
Makers Mill can help your company build skills for the trades and industry including:
3D Printing
CNC Milling
CNC Router
Construction
Digital Design
Electronics
Fiber Arts
Laser Cutting
Machining
Manufacturing
Metalsmithing
Robotics
Woodworking and more...
NHSPCA
Mission Statement:
To save the lives of companion animals through rescue, rehabilitation and adoption; to promote learning; eliminate animal cruelty; and be a leader in advancing the highest standards of animal welfare.
Top Funding Sources:
Our special events, direct mail and online giving are three of the top funding sources. We also receive gifts from donors as bequests from their will or trust. These gifts are particularly precious to us as they connect those donors to our mission in perpetuity.
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1872
EMPLOYEES: 53
ANNUAL REVENUE: $3,700,000
Service Locations:
We have one location in Stratham, NH. However, we adopt animals and provide cruelty and neglect investigations across the New England Region.
Contact:
Sheila E. Ryan
Director of Development 104 Portsmouth Ave. Stratham, NH 03885
603-773-5706
sryan@nhspca.org www.nhspca.org
2025 Goals:
The primary goals for the upcoming year are to continue to save more animals’ lives and to be a safety net resource for animals and people in New Hampshire and beyond. Intake in 2024 has seen a record number of animals coming into the shelter compared with the last decade. This is attributed to increased transports from overcrowded shelters, increased local surrenders and cruelty cases. However, when any animal crosses our threshold, he or she never does so alone. There are always people affected by animals and we plan to be an ever-greater resource to both the animals and the people in 2025.
Fundraising Events:
The NHSPCA offers fundraising opportunities year-round. Our three premier events are our Auction for the Animals in November, Doggie Paddle Plunge (Ocean Plunge) in February and Paws Walk in June. Business and individuals contribute, sponsor programming and fundraise in many ways throughout the year. Anyone interested in sponsoring our lifesaving work should contact Julie Halama at jhalama@nhspca.org.
Giving Opportunities:
General donations can be made through our website, in person, by mail or by calling 603-772-2921 x120. Donors can also consider sponsoring events or transports or becoming an Adoption Angel. Commemorative giving is also popular to honor a family member or pet that has had a birthday, been married, achieved something wonderful or unfortunately passed away.
Volunteer Opportunities:
The NHSPCA has many volunteer opportunities including dog-walking, cat and small animal care, farm animal care, fostering, fundraising support, photography, general office support and more.
Board Officers / Board Members
Robert Span President Partner, Steinbrecher & Span LLP
John MacGregor, DVM, DACVIM
Michael J. Murphy, CPA
Steven Bernitz Biotech Executive (Retired)
David F. Choate Colliers International
Alison Clode, DVM, DACVO Port City Veterinary Referral Hospital
Brian Gibb Drummond Group LLC (Retired)
Monica A McCarthy, CFA, CDFA Seascape Capital LLC
Philip Perham Phillips Exeter Academy
Bill Richard Pilot Construction, Inc.
Palace Theatre Trust
Mission Statement:
The Palace Theatre Trust enriches the region’s cultural life and serves as a community resource through its stewardship of the historic Palace Theatre and affiliate facilities.
Top Funding Sources:
• Ticket sales
• Sponsorships
• Grants
• Memberships
• Donations
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1915
EMPLOYEES: 50+ (depending on performances)
ANNUAL REVENUE: $1,000,000+
Service Locations: (Manchester)
• Palace Theatre, 80 Hanover St.
• Rex Theatre, 23 Amherst St.
• Forever Emma Studios, the home of Palace Youth Theatre, 516 Pine St.
• Spotlight Room, 96 Hanover St.
• Rehearsal studios/additional offices, 77 Amherst St.
Contact:
Peter Ramsey
CEO/President 80 Hanover St. Manchester, NH 03101 603-668-5588 peterramsey@palacetheatre.org www.palacetheatre.org
Atty. David Eby
Chair
Devine Millimet
Roland A. Martin II
Vice Chair Cornerstone PDC, LLC
Mark LaPrade Treasurer BerryDunn
Doug Blais, Ph.D.
Secretary
Southern New Hampshire University
2025 Goals:
• Further the organization’s commitment to increasing access to the performing arts for youth and individuals across the region through the Palace Youth Theatre (PYT) and Palace Academy.
• Raise funds for the Palace Youth Theatre Campaign to grow scholarship and financial aid fund, make necessary facility improvements and reduce annual overhead costs at Forever Emma Studios, the home of PYT.
• Continue to deliver on the growing cultural and entertainment needs of the community while providing educational opportunities for people of all ages and operating in a fiscally responsible manner.
Fundraising Events:
• Award-Winning Kitchen Tour (June) – attendees from across the region explore some of the finest kitchens in Southern New Hampshire. Funds raised support ongoing programming and community offerings at the Palace Theatres.
• Forever Emma Golf Tournament (September) – held in honor of one of the Palace’s most memorable young performers, Emma Bechert. Funds raised from the annual event are used to provide scholarships to high school seniors who are graduating from Palace Youth Theatre (PYT).
• Night of 1000 Stars – an evening of youth theater performances that includes a silent, online auction and is held to raise funds for scholarships, financial assistance and programming.
• Sponsorship of professional series shows; presenting and tribute shows; Palace Youth Theatre programming; community festivals and other events produced and managed by the organization.
• Various donor receptions community-based fundraisers and theater-run programs.
Giving Opportunities:
The Palace Theatres welcome and appreciate financial and in-kind support at any time during the year. Gifts and sponsorship support allow us to continue providing top-notch professional entertainment and opportunities for youth to learn about the fundamentals of live art and performing.
Memberships are also essential to maintaining what the theaters offer to the community. All memberships, at any level of commitment, include benefits like discounts, behind-thescenes access, advance notice of shows, free tickets and more.
Volunteer Opportunities:
The Palace Theatres are always in need of customer service-oriented volunteer ushers. These individuals are critical to the Palace Theatres and serve as a friendly face greeting and seating patrons.
Business and community leaders and arts supporters are also invited to serve as members of our Community Advisory Board. This important group meets quarterly and is responsible for helping to promote the activities of the theaters in the community. The board also helps the organization grow its supporter base and build relationships with individuals and corporate partners.
Board Officers / Board Members
Robert Baines
Former Mayor of Manchester
Ernesto Burden
Yankee Publishing, Inc., NH Group
Ron Covey, Jr.
Retired, St. Mary’s Bank
Sylvio L. Dupuis. O.D.
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
Donna Gamache
Retired, Eversource Energy
Beth Houlis
Comcast
Ed Ithier
Southern New Hampshire University
John MacNeil
Moody Street Pictures
Camille Madden
HarborOne Mortgage
Sharron McCarthy Girls Inc.
Jason McKinney John Hancock Investments
Lucia A. Merritt
CPA (Retired)
Dr. Holly Mintz
Elliot Hospital
Norri Oberlander
North End Properties
Atty. Jennifer Parent
McLane Middleton
Professional Assoc.
J. Michael Perrella
Bellwether Community Credit Union
Mike Reed
Stebbins Commercial Properties
Seth Wall
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
Reality Check Live. Right. Now.
Mission Statement:
Holistically reduce drug and alcohol use, addiction and overdose deaths, and the related social and economic costs to individuals, families and employers by providing drug and alcohol addiction services to New Hampshire residents.
Top Funding Sources:
Center for Disease Control & Prevention provides $125,000 a year (ends 9/2026) for prevention education curriculum, events, programs and initiatives through its Drug Free Communities grant.
Substance Abuse Mental Health Services Administration provides $300,000 a year (ends 9/2025) to offer recovery services, events, initiatives and programs through its Building Communities of Recovery grant.
Additionally, we receive annual municipal support from the towns of Jaffrey, Rindge and Peterborough, NH.
For 2025, Reality Check is striving to 1) reduce our reliance on federal grants by diversifying funding streams to ensure sustainability of the drug and alcohol counseling, recovery coaching, addiction training and prevention education in schools that we provide free to New Hampshire residents, and 2) purchase a larger facility to enable us to hold in-house trainings to grow the behavioral health workforce, expand prevention services and programs for youth after school, and expand recovery support services and events to help normalize the idea that people in recovery can be and are valuable, contributing members of communities.
Fundraising Events:
Reality Check is primarily funded by federal grants which come with restrictions on using funds for fundraising, so we rely on individual and business donations to help pay for fundraising costs. We also partner with existing nonprofits to raise awareness about services and programs and about different opportunities for making donations. We are currently looking for people with fundraising experience to volunteer to help coordinate five fundraising events a year, which may include setting up an online auction or crowdfunding opportunity, a dinner, a community-based event, or other fundraising event or initiative.
Giving Opportunities:
Anyone wishing to make a monetary monthly, annual or one-time donation can go to the “Donate” button on our website at RealityCheckNow.org. And there are lots of other ways to help ensure Reality Check is able to continue offering services including cash donations, stock or donor advised funds, recurring donations, crowdfunding for us, quarterly or annual unrestricted employer sponsorships, planned giving or by making an end-of-life legacy donation, crypto donations, and donating proceeds from events you put on. We also accept donations of hygiene items for people starting their lives over either early in recovery from addiction, or who may be getting released from jail. We are also seeking donations for building repairs including a roof, insulation, foundation repairs and minor carpentry work.
Volunteer Opportunities:
There are lots of ways to volunteer including fundraising, coordinating a media campaign, organizing community drives for food or clothing donations, doing community outreach to raise awareness about our free services and programs, offering IT security skills, office skills or human resources skills, providing advocacy for state funding at the state capital, and any other number of ways. If you have an idea for something other than what’s listed here, give us a call at 603-532-9888.
Board Officers / Board Members
Gene
Calvano Board President & Member NH and VT SCORE Volunteer Coordinator
The Salvation Army Northern New England
Mission Statement:
The Salvation Army, an international movement dedicated to serving communities in need, has been a vital part of New Hampshire since 1881. With a focus on empowering individuals and strengthening communities, its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and meet human needs without discrimination, foster self-sufficiency and nurture dignity.
Top Funding Sources:
Funding sources include Corporate, Individual, Private Grants, Federal, State and Local Municipalities
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1865
EMPLOYEES: 200
ANNUAL REVENUE: $20,000,000
Service Locations:
The Salvation Army Northern New England Division operates 20 Corp community centers and Camp Sebago. Salvation Army’s New Hampshire Corp Community Centers are located in Berlin, Concord, Derry, Keene, Laconia, Manchester, Nashua and Rochester. Shelters for men, women and families are located in Concord and Laconia.
Contact:
Tom Fogarty
Divisional Director of AdvancementNorthern New England Division 297 Cumberland Ave., Portland, ME 04101
In 2025, The Salvation Army will deepen its impact across New Hampshire through its eight Corps Community Centers, Thrift Stores and Camp Sebago, focusing on sustainable community transformation. The organization aims to foster self-sufficiency while addressing hunger, homelessness and disaster response.
In 2025, The Salvation Army will initiate two capital campaigns for new infrastructure in Nashua, NH, and to expand Camp Sebago. These campaigns enable the organization to serve more people and strengthen community support.
Fundraising Events:
The Salvation Army engages tens of thousands of donors to raise more than $15 million annually. Key fundraising events include the ForeKids Golf Classic, Red Kettle Campaign, National Donut Day, and National Salvation Army Week
Giving Opportunities:
Your gift to The Salvation Army, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in New Hampshire, can make a transformative impact. Every gift — whether from individuals, corporations or foundations — supports our mission to fight hunger, homelessness and addiction. Eighty-two cents of every dollar raised goes directly to local programs.
Volunteer Opportunities:
Volunteers are essential to The Salvation Army’s mission. Opportunities include advisory board membership, meal service, food drives, after-school programming, mentoring, emergency disaster services support, and participation in key events like the annual Red Kettle Campaign and National Donut Day. Flexible scheduling allows individuals and groups to engage in meaningful service year-round.
Southeast New Hampshire Habitat for Humanity
Mission and Vision:
The mission of Southeast New Hampshire (SENH) Habitat for Humanity is to eliminate poverty housing in southeast New Hampshire. We believe that everyone, everywhere should have a healthy, affordable place to call home, seeking to put God’s love into action, and bringing people together to build homes, communities and hope.
Habitat for Humanity’s vision is a world where everyone has a safe and decent place to live and where housing poverty and homelessness are eliminated. When a partner family helps build or improve a place they can call home, they are also building a better community and a better life for themselves. Habitat believes that the home is a key catalyst to permanently break the cycle of poverty.
All of Strafford County, NH Parts of Rockingham County, NH
Contact:
Marcie Bergan
Executive Director
One Middle St., Suite 200 Portsmouth, NH 03801
603-433-9555
executivedirector@senhhabitat.org senhhabitat.org
2025 Goals:
Southeast New Hampshire Habitat for Humanity recently completed a 3- to 5-year strategic plan commencing on January 1, 2025. The organization will increase annual revenue by 3%-4% each fiscal year, for a total of 12% by June 30, 2028. We will continue to engage volunteers and strengthen collaborative partnerships to make a more significant impact on families in need of affordable housing resources.
Fundraising Events:
• 10th Annual “Building Houses, Building Hope” Garden Party – June 12
• 9th Annual “Building Houses, Building Hope” Golf Tournament – August 11
• ASK Event – We are seeking a partner for 2025 with your choice of event date
• ReStore retail outlet in Newington – Shop, donate or volunteer
• Corporate team builds
• Individual financial contributions
• Monthly donations
• Attend an event – shop our event auctions
Volunteer Opportunities:
Every hand makes a difference!
• Corporate Build Day – Businesses can showcase their commitment to affordable housing, while supporting corporate teamwork through community service.
• Community Toolbox Fix-it Repair Program – volunteers can help homeowners in need, who require urgently needed safety repairs to existing homes.
• Affordable Homeownership Program – Individuals and entire families can work side by side under the direction of Habitat’s work crew.
• ReStore Retail Outlet – shop, donate, volunteer
• Participation in one of our committees or event volunteers
For more info, visit: www.senhhabitat.org/ volunteer-southeast-newhampshire-habitat
Board Officers / Board Members
Christine
Habitat for Humanity’s vision is a world where everyone has a safe and decent place to live and housing poverty and homelessness are eliminated. Habitat believes that the home is a key catalyst in helping to permanently break the cycle of poverty. We build simple, decent, affordable homes in partnership with hard-working local families in Strafford & Rockingham Counties. Check out our website at senhhabitat.org and take action:
• ReStore Shop/Donate/Volunteer
• Help Build a House
• Community Toolbox Repair Program
• Events – Garden/Golf/Spinning
• Join A Committee or Board
Spaulding Academy & Family Services
Mission Statement:
Supporting exceptional children and families toward a successful future.
Top Funding Sources:
Funding is primarily provided from referring school districts; NH Division for Children, Youth & Families; NH Department of Education; Medicaid; and counterpart agencies in other states. Private donations and grants from individuals, foundations and community organizations help fund activities, projects and programs that directly benefit the children in our care, which are not afforded through public funding.
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1871
EMPLOYEES: 341
ANNUAL REVENUE: $32,000,000
Service Locations:
Located on more than 500 acres in Northfield, NH, our scenic hilltop campus offers a safe, supportive and intensely therapeutic environment for children from across the state and beyond. In addition to campus programming, Spaulding’s community-based programs include a variety of services provided to children and their families where they are needed most.
Contact: Courtney Leighton Director of Development & Community Relations
For more than 150 years, Spaulding Academy & Family Services has been a leading provider of educational, residential, therapeutic and foster care programs and services for children and youth with neurological, emotional, behavioral, learning or developmental challenges — including autism spectrum disorder — and those who have experienced significant trauma, abuse or neglect. We continually work toward delivering high-quality care and education with a culture based on kindness.
Fundraising Events:
In addition to participating in Giving Tuesday and NH Gives, Spaulding Academy & Family Services actively identifies ways to connect with individuals and companies who wish to support the children and families we serve. This summer, the first ever ultra marathon, The Spaulding Woods 50k, was hosted on our campus, all proceeds benefited Spaulding Academy & Family Services. Proceeds from the 2025 Spaulding Woods 50k will support outdoor enrichment and physical education opportunities for our students. 2025 fundraising efforts will help to fund the creation of our outdoor Amphitheatre and treehouse.
Giving Opportunities:
Spaulding Academy & Family Services greatly appreciates any and all donations, as public funding covers 90% of essential living, clinical and educational expenses. Every single dollar donated to Spaulding helps to ensure that each child on our campus and in our classrooms receives the childhood and education they deserve.
Private donation opportunities include unrestricted or restricted gifts, gifts of goods and services, matching gifts, stock, tribute or memorial gifts and lifetime gift planning. We are happy to work with you to design custom giving packages to support professional or personal goals. Our website allows those interested to donate securely and conveniently online.
Volunteer Opportunities:
We cherish volunteers who would like to give the gift of time and service to our children. Volunteer opportunities are abundant both on the Spaulding Academy & Family Services campus and in our community. We welcome discussions about your ideas and personal interests to develop a custom opportunity that achieves your personal or professional volunteer goals. Whether you have a personal talent, a community connection, a corporate service day, or wish to dedicate time toward charitable activities, we look forward to providing a rewarding volunteer opportunity for you.
Board Officers / Board Members
Hali B.
Ronald L. Magoon Treasurer, Franklin Retired
L.
Concord
Meredith
Scoop
Sandwich Granite United Way
Peter C. White Norwich, VT Retired
Michael F. Ventura Chair, Penacook Independence Financial Advisors
Dearborn Vice Chair, Belmont Retired
Daniel S. Kaplan Secretary, Concord Associated Grocers of New England
Michael D. Bourbeau Bow Northeast Delta Dental
Catherine
Duffy Cullity Nashua Retired
Michael L. Flaherty Boxford, MA Taylor Community
Suzanne H. Gottling Sunapee Retired
Charles R. Lloyd Bow White Mountains Community College
Scott D. McGuffin, Esq. Northfield McGuffin Law Firm
Marcus S. Weeks
Village Savings Bank
Welch
EVERY CHILD DESERVES A CHILDHOOD
Choosing Love
At Spaulding, we believe every child deserves a loving childhood with opportunities to learn, grow and play. Fostering a kind, safe and loving environment enriched with ample experiences and opportunity provides the children we serve with a strong foundation for a successful future at Spaulding and beyond.
Donations to Spaulding Academy & Family Services help to deliver one-of-a-kind opportunities to the children in our care. Each and every donation we receive has a profound impact on the lives of the children and families we serve.
Your donations help to create unforgettable experiences that all children are deserving of, such as birthday celebrations, field days, talent shows, educational opportunities, proms and so much more. Thank you! Spaulding Academy & Family Services | www.SpauldingServices.org 72
United Ways Across New Hampshire
Mission Statement:
United Way’s mission is to improve the quality of people’s lives by bringing together the caring power of communities.
Top Funding Sources:
United Ways across New Hampshire rely on the generosity of corporate and individual donors, local and national foundations, and contracts.
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1928 (the first United Way)
EMPLOYEES:
Granite United Way: 75 Monadnock United Way: 9 United Way of Greater Nashua: 10
ANNUAL REVENUE:
Granite United Way: $13.2 million
Monadnock United Way: $1.48 million
United Way of Greater Nashua: $2.1 million
Service Locations:
Collectively, four United Ways serve every community in New Hampshire and additionally, Windsor County, Vt.
Monadnock United Way 23 Center St. Keene, NH 03431 www.muw.org
United Way of Greater Nashua 20 Broad St., # 1 Nashua, NH 03064 www.unitedwaynashua.org
2025 Goals:
United Ways across New Hampshire fight for the health, educatio, and financial stability of every person in every community. Each independent United Way is committed to advancing the common good by leveraging the caring power of the community, addressing critical issues like the housing, education, food insecurity, mental health and recovery issues in our state, providing access to programs for struggling families and other complex issues. Together, they support 211 NH, an information and referral call center that connects NH residents with resources.
Fundraising Events/Opportunities:
Each individual United Way mobilizes tens of thousands of donors across the state and they collectively raise nearly $18 million. United Way has a unique structure where dollars raised across the state are invested locally and decisions about how those dollars are spent are made by local volunteers in each community.
Giving Opportunities:
During the annual campaign, United Way partners with tens of thousands of donors, corporate and community foundations and employee giving campaigns in local and national companies to raise millions of dollars to address critical needs in our communities. One of the easiest ways to give is online.
Volunteer Opportunities:
When you volunteer through United Way in New Hampshire, you’re joining thousands of people who are giving back so others can get ahead. Donate your time and talent by volunteering as a board member or committee member, volunteering to help raise funds for your community, participating in Day of Caring events, serving as a Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program volunteer, or providing administrative assistance in your local United Way office.
Board Officers / Board Members
Granite United Way: Joseph Bator Chair
Josephine Moran Vice Chair
Monadnock United Way: Michelle DellaVita Board Chair
Myra Rebillard Vice Chair
United Way of Greater Nashua: Dr. Amir Toosi Governance Chair
Michael Reid Advisory Council Chair
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention - NH
Mission Statement:
AFSP is dedicated to saving lives and bringing hope to those affected by suicide, including those who have experienced a loss. AFSP creates a culture that’s smart about mental health by engaging in the following core strategies:
• Funding scientific research
• Educating the public about mental health and suicide prevention
• Advocating for public policies in mental health and suicide prevention
• Supporting survivors of suicide loss and those affected by suicide
Top Funding Sources:
Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Corporate Sponsorship Community Grants
• Facilitate suicide prevention trainings that support marginalized communities in NH.
• Increase AFSP presence, support in rural areas of the state.
• Recruit high level volunteers to join our working board of directors.
• Recruit volunteers to join our special events committees.
Fundraising Events:
AFSP NH generates the majority of its revenue through corporate partnerships and peer-to-peer fundraising. Every September, the Chapter hosts Community Walks to Prevent in Portsmouth, Concord and Nashua as well as a veteran-focused event in Keene held on Veterans Day.
Each spring, the Chapter partners with local colleges and high schools to host Campus Walks. Locations include SNHU, UNH, Dartmouth College, Plymouth State and Alvirne High School. Non-walk event opportunities include a Night of Hope Gala Awards and Auction in May and a Hike for Hope at Mt. Major in June. We gladly help to support a variety of third-party fundraising events coordinated by Chapter constituents, which have included cornhole tournaments, golf tournaments, benefit nights, dog walks and more.
With only two full-time staff which are shared with the Maine Chapter, the AFSP-NH is highly dependent on volunteers. There are a variety of opportunities to get involved in our fight to stop suicide including but not limited to: joining an event committee, administrative assistance, sponsorship procurement, soliciting in-kind donations, facilitating community-based education programs, staffing resource tables at events, social media, public relations, suicide loss survivor support, grant writing and more.
Board Officers / Board Members
Lisa Riley, MPH, PAC, DFAAPA Interim Board Chair Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
Dawn Johnson Board Chair Elect, Treasurer MD Asthetics
Michael Apfelberg Nominations Chair United Way of Greater Nashua
The Animal Rescue League of NH improves animal welfare in our communities by helping pets and the people who care for them.
Top Funding Sources:*
Contributions & Grants: 75%
Program Service Revenue: 14%
Investment Income: 6%
Other Revenue: 5%
*Information obtained from the 2023 Form 990 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1904
EMPLOYEES: 17
ANNUAL REVENUE: $1,047,888
Service Locations:
Many of our services are open to all residents of NH, with a focus on the local communities of Amherst, Auburn, Bedford, Brookline, Candia, Dunbarton, Francestown, Goffstown, Hollis, Hooksett, Hudson, Litchfield, Londonderry, Lyndeborough, Manchester, Merrimack, Milford, Mont Vernon, New Boston, Peterborough, Wilton and Windham.
Raise over $1.5 million to support the Animal Rescue League of New Hampshire’s (ARLNH) programs — adoption, surrender, outreach and humane education — so that we may continue helping more than 2,000 pets and the people who care for them each year.
In addition, the ARLNH helps people who love their pets but are currently struggling to care for them with programs such as a pet food pantry, low-cost spay/neuter, Safe Haven Temporary Housing, and a Companion Animal Assistance Fund for one-time, non-emergency medical needs so that animals may remain in their loving homes.
Fundraising Events:
In 2025, we are looking forward to our Bidding for Paws Virtual Auction in the spring, and our award-winning annual Howl-O-Ween 5K Run/Walk in the fall. In addition to these fundraising events, the ARLNH will be hosting two $5,000 cash raffles as well as other small fundraisers. Throughout the year, organizations and individuals conduct fundraising events for which we are the designated beneficiaries.
Giving Opportunities:
As the ARLNH is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that does not receive any state or federal funding, we are 100% reliant upon the generosity of those in our communities. Opportunities for giving include: individual and corporate donations (one-time and monthly), fundraising events, grants, legacy giving, transport sponsorship, business partnerships, and our Medical Miracle Worker and Companion Animal Assistance Fund programs. Further information may be obtained at www.rescueleague.org/donate.
Volunteer Opportunities:
We are proud to have been awarded the gold medal for “Best Place to Volunteer” in the Best of the 603 in both 2023 and 2024! ARLNH volunteers are an important part of a dedicated team who are committed to helping animals find and stay in their forever homes. The ARLNH provides diverse opportunities to contribute and provide training to volunteers to continuously expand their skill set and stay current with animal protocols. For information on volunteer opportunities, visit www.rescueleague.org/volunteer.
Jennifer Noseworthy Secretary CCA Global Partners
Jeffrey Adams Devine Millimet
Briana Beauchesne CCA Global Partners
Samuel Despins GZA GeoEnvironmental
Damian Gunther St. Mary’s Bank
Caitlin Harrison Northeast Planning Associates
Marianne Jones
Animal Rescue League of NH
Dr. Stephanie Magnarelli
Animal Rescue League of NH
Montana Roberts
Coca-Cola Beverages Northeast
Monique Ruth Clark Insurance
Nicole Schultz-Price Devine Millimet
Naomi Stevens
Animal Rescue League of NH
Daniel Webster Council
Mission Statement:
The mission of Scouting America
Daniel Webster Council is to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law.
Top Funding Sources:
Activities: 5.68%
Annual Appeal Donations: 5.46%
Camping: 44.96%
Foundations & Trusts: 1.18%
Investment Income: 31.67%
Legacies & Bequests: 0.66%
Product Sales: 2.88%
Special Events: 3.17%
United Way Designations: 0.14%
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1929
EMPLOYEES: 12 full time/130 seasonal
ANNUAL REVENUE: $3,447,728
Service Locations:
The Daniel Webster Council partners with community organizations to serve over 4,992 youth across New Hampshire at over 250 program sites.
Contact:
Daniel Webster Council 1500 Bodwell Road Manchester, NH 03109 603-625-6431 www.nhscouting.org
Jim Buttafuoco Chair Retired (Telecom, LLC)
Rick Smith Council Commissioner Siemens
Jay Garee
Scout Executive & CEO Daniel Webster Council
Craig Donais
Executive Vice President Wadleigh, Starr, & Peters, PLLC
Who We Are:
Scouting America Daniel Webster Council is committed to delivering safe, highquality programs for all young people in the Granite State. We aim to provide engaging activities that promote adventure, leadership skills and workplace development opportunities. Through these initiatives, we seek to foster healthy choices, build strong character, and develop leadership abilities in our youth, preparing them for a successful and fulfilling life. Together, we will inspire the next generation to achieve greatness and positively impact our communities.
Who We Serve:
Scouting America Daniel Webster Council serves the youth of New Hampshire, providing a comprehensive Scouting experience to boys and girls of all ages. Our programs are designed to foster growth in adventure, leadership and character development, offering a safe and inclusive environment where young people can thrive. Through a variety of activities and camps, we aim to equip our youth with the skills and values needed to succeed in life and become responsible, contributing members of their communities.
Ways to Support:
It’s easy to give the adventure of Scouting to youth in New Hampshire. Our donors give in many ways to support positive youth development, and you can, too! In addition to attending or sponsoring a special event, donate to our scholarship fund to ensure every Scout has a chance to participate and go to camp. Help fund a project at camp, make a single or multiyear significant gift, volunteer with a specific program or teach a merit badge, volunteer at a camp property or Scouting event. Whether it is with time or treasure, there are plenty of opportunities to get involved. To learn more about our upcoming special events, visit www.nhscouting.org/ donate.
Phil Donovan
Vice President, Camping EcoLogic Cartridge Company
Guy Eaton
Vice President, Youth Safety Retired
Adam Godbout
Vice President, Programs The Huntington
Patrick Grace
Vice President, Finance Focus School Software
Wendy Kaban
Vice President, Training UNH, Dept. of Nursing
Peter Kimpton Vice President, At-Large LastPass
Matthew Lefebvre
Vice President, Special Events Downtown Realty
Greg Placy
Vice President, Properties Retired (NHDOT)
Brian Sevigny
Vice President, Membership Project Manager
R. James Steiner
Immediate Past President
Vice President, Administration Steiner Law Office
Mike Tager
Asst. Council Treasurer Newburyport Bank
Ryan Warren Council Treasurer BerryDunn
Tom Whelton Vice President, District Ops
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Manchester
Mission Statement:
Our mission is to reach out to all youth, especially those who need us most, inspiring them to realize their full potential as productive, responsible and caring individuals.
Top Funding Sources:
Individual and corporate donors, special events, foundation/trust grants and planned giving.
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1907
EMPLOYEES: 67
ANNUAL REVENUE: $5,200,000
Service Locations:
Jordan Singer Youth Enrichment Center
555 Union St., Manchester, NH
Highland-Goffe’s Falls
2021 Goffe’s Falls Road, Manchester, NH
Jewett Street
130 South Jewett St., Manchester, NH
Gossler Park 145 Parkside Ave., Manchester, NH
Camp Foster 36 Camp Allen Road, Bedford, NH
Contact:
Diane Fitzpatrick
Chief Executive Officer 555 Union St. Manchester, NH 03104 603-625-5031
dfitzpatrick@mbgcnh.org www.mbgcnh.org
Michael St. Onge President NHTrust
Jane Yerrington
President Elect
Southern New Hampshire University
George Tzimas
Secretary
Morgan Stanley Wealth Management
2025 Goals:
Since 1907, as the founding Boys & Girls Club in the state, Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Manchester (BGCGM) continues to deepen the impact of our work to provide a comprehensive and inclusive after-school program for kids in our community, as well as a summer day camp experience in Bedford, NH. Our goal for 2025 is to continue fulfilling our mission to reach out to all youth, especially those who need us most, inspiring them to realize their full potential as productive, responsible and caring individuals. We will do this by providing programs to kids where there are no barriers to membership and no limits to what our kids can achieve, while expanding our footprint in the Greater Manchester area.
Fundraising Events:
BGCGM’s signature event is our Annual Foundation of Friends Breakfast. This year’s inspirational event will happen on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, and is a one-hour morning program. We will share highlights from the past year and mission moments from members, volunteers and donors. 2025 will mark our 22nd year hosting this event to nearly 600 guests. BGCGM also hosts a Speaker Series Luncheon, which appeals to the corporate community, focusing on enhancing professional development by featuring inspiring and motivational keynote speakers. Held inside our Club, this one-hour presentation attracts more than 200 business professionals from the Greater Manchester community. Lunch is provided, as well as an opportunity for networking.
Giving Opportunities:
BGCGM is always accepting donations through our website, mail or telephone. We have numerous opportunities throughout the year for individuals and corporations to support our Club. In addition to our Foundation of Friends Breakfast, we also participate in NH Gives, which supports scholarships for kids who attend Camp Foster. Contributions can also be made to any of our financial aid scholarships — for before/after-school programming at the Club or higher education. During the fall and winter months, we partner with businesses for Holiday Help to provide meals and gifts for members and their families. BGCGM also collaborates with community partners who are interested in hosting their own fundraisers in support of BGCGM.
Volunteer Opportunities:
We love volunteers and are always looking for individuals, groups and corporations to invest their time, talent and treasure to our kids. Volunteer opportunities range from working directly with the kids in one of the many program areas, to participating at events, or helping clean the Club or Camp Foster. For more information, contact Wendy at wallen@mbgcnh.org.
Board Officers / Board Members
Jeff Wheeler Treasurer Baker, Newman & Noyes
Harry Malone Lawyer (Retired) Area Council Liaison
Daniel Cohen Cohen Investment Advisors
Michael Conway Summit Packaging Systems, Inc.
Senator Lou D’Allesandro State of NH (Retired)
Michael Delaney McLane Middleton
Tiffany Eddy
Tiffany Eddy & Associates
Curtis Elwood NH Healthy Families
Steve McMahon The McMahon Group of Wells Fargo Advisors
Kelli Rafferty Elliot Health System
Matt Reilly Bank of America
Max Rossignol BankProv
Ken Senus St. Mary’s Bank
John Stebbins PROCON/XSS Hotels
Ed Wolak The Wolak Group
CATCH Neighborhood Housing
Mission Statement:
Creating communities where every person is confident of a safe and affordable home.
Top Funding Sources:
NeighborWorks America
Lincoln Financial Foundation
Arthur and Patricia Heard Foundation
Elizabeth Janeway Foundation
New Hampshire Charitable Foundation
Granite United Way
M&T Bank
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1989
EMPLOYEES: 36
ANNUAL REVENUE: $1,083,000
Service Locations:
Merrimack County and surrounding areas
Contact:
Thomas Furtado
President and CEO 105 Loudon Road, Unit 1 Concord, NH 03301 603-225-8835 info@catchhousing.org
2025 Goals:
After the successful completion in 2024 of our 48-apartment Davis Ridge project in Concord, NH, CATCH is excited to expand its capacity in 2025 to create more new affordable housing, increase community connections, and provide a safe place for hundreds of individuals, families, veterans, retirees and others to call home. Our Real Estate Development team is currently focused on advancing projects in our development pipeline and expanding our partnerships with other nonprofit developers to maximize our regional and economic impact. In addition, our subsidiary property management nonprofit Alliance Asset Management will continue its focus on providing compassionate customer service, timely property repairs and upgrades and resident services support.
Fundraising Events:
The team at CATCH Neighborhood Housing invites you to join us for our annual fundraising celebration, Friday, March 14, 2025! Following another successful year, we are excited to connect with our friends, donors, community partners and neighbors to raise significant funds in support of affordable and workforce housing for New Hampshire. Our celebration will once again be held at The Barn at Bull Meadow in Concord — come as you are (business casual attire suggested) and come ready for a good time! The evening will include delicious food, tasty cocktails and lively music. A cash bar will be available featuring all your favorites and some unique creations as well. For more information or to sponsor the event, email jloto@catchhousing.org.
Giving Opportunities:
CATCH continues to seek new partnerships with businesses and community leaders who will join us in our efforts to create a community where every person is confident of a safe and affordable home. Visit catchhousing.org to learn more about CATCH’s services and to make a tax-deductible donation to help create homes and support the 900+ children and adults that live in CATCH’s affordable rental apartments. Contributions that support CATCH leave a lasting impact on our residents, our organization and the community. No gift is too small to make a difference.
Volunteer Opportunities:
Whether you are interested in becoming a board member, committee member, a monthly office volunteer, event volunteer or have a skill you would like to share with our residents, we would love to hear from you! We understand your time is valuable, and greatly appreciate your willingness to invigorate our community.
Board Officers / Board Members
Jeff Feingold Vice Chair
Rusty Mosca, CPA Treasurer
Nathan Wechsler & Company
Aki Mathieu HCA Healthcare – The Women’s
Julie Palmeri Concord Housing + Redevelopment
Katie Robert JSI
Todd Watson Franklin Savings Bank
Safiya Wazir
NH Department of Health and Human Services
James M. Gallagher III Chair Merrimack County Savings Bank
At Cedarcrest, we believe that every child has the right and deserves the opportunity to live a life of the highest quality possible. Cedarcrest enriches the lives of children with complex medical and developmental needs, supports their families, and collaborates with other providers to build a continuum of care.
Top Funding Sources:
Contributions from individuals, foundations and corporations are vital to helping bridge the gap between the cost to provide high-tech medical care and the funding received from Medicaid and school districts. Educational and therapy support for children (ages 3-22) is supported by each child’s school district, and contributions help fund experiential learning opportunities and field trips above and beyond their typical curriculum.
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1947
EMPLOYEES: 163 (93 full time)
ANNUAL REVENUE: $9,032,500
Service Locations:
Located in Keene, NH, and serves children and young adults from New Hampshire, Vermont and Maine.
Founded 77 years ago, Cedarcrest provides extended residential and short-term specialized medical care; advanced respiratory; physical, occupational and speech therapies; and education for children, infants to age 22. We provide a nurturing, homelike setting and state-of-the-art medical supports including telemedicine appointments with Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, advanced respiratory therapy and an adaptive playground. In 2024, Cedarcrest launched its new 3-year strategic plan, which consists of three core themes: providing exceptional services to children, young adults and their families; taking exceptional care of our staff, volunteers and community partners; and being exceptional stewards of a proactive, transparent and sustainable business. Demand for our services has grown for both long-term and short-term care and broadened to include all of Northern New England.
Fundraising
Events:
Several events are held throughout the year including: The Annual Walk & Roll held in October, a non-competitive, in-person walk or roll (with an assistive device) over a non-incline, 2.1-mile course. Fun for people of all ages and abilities.
Battle of the Badges, an Exhibition Hockey Match held in early spring at Keene Ice, featuring Keene Fire vs. Keene Police. Those wishing to raise community funds for the children are encouraged to do so with the support of our development team. Special event websites can be created for local fundraising efforts. Service clubs, civic groups and fraternal organizations are some of the community groups that have supported the children’s needs.
Giving Opportunities:
Private funding is an important part of Cedarcrest’s fiscal stability. Donations can be made on a recurring basis through our website. In addition to our operations, philanthropy also supports special medical equipment and educational and therapeutic technology not funded through any traditional sources. Corporate sponsorships are welcome through partnerships with our Walk & Roll event. Interested individuals may contribute to Cedarcrest securely at www.cedarcrestcenter.org or via mail. Cedarcrest’s 501(c)(3) number is 02-0441832, and we welcome contributions from donor-advised funds, retirement proceeds or through appreciated securities. Please consider naming Cedarcrest as a beneficiary of your estate plan.
Volunteer Opportunities:
Volunteers play an important part in the lives of the children at Cedarcrest. The children benefit from those in the community who come to read, play music and engage in activities with the children and staff. Opportunities are available for ongoing volunteerism or special group events.
Board Officers / Board Members
Kathy Willbarger Treasurer CMC/Dartmouth Health
Jackie Ethier
Secretary Brattleboro Memorial Hospital
Christine Betts
Franklin Pierce University
Gina Burke Consultant
Cindi Coughlin Retired
Annie DiSilva
Ashuelot Valley Academy
Jed Donelan
Franklin Pierce University
Donna Dunlop Retired
Matt Goodwin Red Hat Software
Margaret “Lou” Guill Retired
Victoria Prestejohn
NH Judicial Branch
Richard Skeels Retired
Community Bridges
Mission Statement:
Community Bridges assures and maintains the integration, growth and interdependence of people with disabilities in their home communities so they have positive control over the lives they have chosen for themselves. Community Bridges is a leader in the development of and advocacy for innovative approaches in supporting families.
Top Funding Sources:
We receive funding through state and federal government for the supports and services offered through Community Bridges. Additional support through the generosity of the community, by way of donations and grants contribute to the enriched quality of our organization’s programs.
Director of External Relations 162 Pembroke Road Concord, NH 03301 603-225-4153
sbowman@cbinnh.org www.communitybridgesnh.org
2025 Goals:
Community Bridges is dedicated to offering exceptional services to community members living with developmental disabilities or acquired brain injuries. Our approach is personcentered to ensure those we support take the lead in pursuing a meaningful life. We look to bridge any potential barriers between those we serve and their community by partnering with the people needing support and their families.
In 2025 Community Bridges is looking to diversify revenue sources, and strengthen our workforce to support our continued effort in providing quality-added programs that may exceed the expectations of traditionally restricted funding. We are also looking to improve programs and services to ensure we are meeting the evolving needs of the people we support.
Fundraising Events/Opportunities:
Community Bridges will be offering donors the opportunity to support programming that builds skills in independence, advocacy and social engagement through our Annual Fundraising Campaign. This year we will be hosting our Second Annual Holiday Drive as well as participating in Giving Tuesday, the national day of giving during the holiday season. NH Gives, a 24-hour online giving drive to benefit nonprofits across New Hampshire and Granite United Way’s Annual Giving Campaign. You can also visit our website anytime at www.communitybridgesnh.org/donate to make a direct online gift, or download our donation by mail form.
Giving Opportunities:
Every day is an opportunity to make a difference. Your contribution helps support the needs of community members not accessible through traditional resources. Donations towards names funds meet the specific needs of those we serve. Such as, Respite to provide temporary care for a loved one so caregivers can care for themselves. Our Home contributions provide for much needed updates and repairs to the nine homes offered through Community Bridges for medically supported housing. Unrestricted or general giving contributions support families and community members in meeting the greatest needs such as dental coverage, clothes and food. Please reach out to learn more about other charitable opportunities we host throughout the year.
Volunteer Opportunities:
• Board of Directors
• Family Support Council
• Human Rights Committee
• Community engagement projects
To learn more about how you can get involved, please email info@cbinnh.org.
Board Officers / Board Members
Manganiello
Betsy McNamara Chair
William “Carl” Cooley Vice Chair
Stephen Gould rue21
Mark Lavalle
Kristin Phillips Windham School District
Phil Sletten NH Fiscal Policy Institute
Glenn Stuart Retired
Friends of Aine Center for Grieving Children and Families
Mission Statement:
To help children and families grieving a death navigate their path to a hopeful future.
Vision: A world where no child grieves alone.
Values: Children are our greatest gift. We value Kindness, Compassion, Connections and Courage.
Top Funding Sources:
Individual donors, corporate sponsorships and donations, grants, foundations and events
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2013
EMPLOYEES: 4 full time, 4 part time
ANNUAL REVENUE: $1,000,000
Service Locations:
226 and 220 Coolidge Ave. Manchester, NH 03102
Contact:
Christine Phillips
Co-founder and Executive Director 226 Coolidge Ave. Manchester, NH 03102 603-669-1120
christine@friendsofaine.com www.friendsofaine.com
Joe Murray Chairman Vice President of Government Relations and Public Affairs, Fidelity Investments
Kelli Rafferty Vice Chair
Executive Director of Philanthropy and Community Engagement for the Mary & John Elliot Charitable Foundation and Elliot Health System/Solution Health
2025 Goals:
1. Develop and implement new programs for children and families who are grieving a death
2. Advocate that grief from a death is a public health and mental health issue
3. Develop communications to share the stories and impact of grief
4. Plan for the ongoing capital needs and missionfocused use of our spaces
5. Reach 100% of NH school districts through grief training, workshops and resources
6. Deepen training, workshops and resources to community organizations
7. Create additional virtual grief resources
Fundraising Events:
Friends of Aine hosts two major events each year. In March we hold our annual Gala, an evening of fundraising and live music, where we bring compassion, support and love together to honor those who have died. In August, we host our annual Kids’ Try-athlon, an amazing and rewarding Sunday morning where more than 300 kids swim, bike, run and have fun in an effort to support grieving children and families. We encourage funding efforts through events like Overthe-Edge, NH Gives, our Inspiration Run and more.
Giving Opportunities:
We are always grateful for individual donations, corporate sponsorships, grants and awards.
Donations can be made:
• online at www.friendsofaine.com/donate
• via check made payable and mailed to: Friends of Aine, 226 Coolidge Ave., Manchester, NH 03102
• direct a gift from an IRA or Donor Advised Fund
• name Friends of Aine as beneficiary of your fundraising event or benefactor of your estate
Volunteer Opportunities:
Group facilitator: Volunteers lead small peer-to-peer groups and explore topics to learn grief coping strategies. Groups include grieving children, teens and adult caregivers. House Ambassador: Ambassadors greet families and help with Center management on group nights. Volunteers assist with group setup, clean-up and prep work.
Event Support: Everything from heading a committee, to tying ribbons to tying shoes, there are plenty of opportunities!
Board Officers / Board Members
Joseph Bator Treasurer Regional Vice President, TD Bank
Matthew Barter Lieutenant, Manchester Police Dept.
Alisha Cahall
Attorney, Sheehan Phinney
Aimee Kereage
Co-director, Manchester Proud
Kristen Kraunelis Director of Quality Improvement, Mental Health Center of Greater Manchester
Lora McMahon
Vice President Events and Membership, BIA of NH
David Phillips
Co-founder and CEO, Friends of Aine
Gina Powers
President of Government Relations, RYP Granite Strategies
Lisa Wallace
Account Director, EVR Advertising and founding member
Scott Spradling
President, The Spradling Group
Friends of Benson Park, Inc.
Mission Statement:
The mission of the Friends of Benson Park, Inc. is to develop and maintain the Benson’s Museum & Discovery Center in Hudson, NH, as a premier destination that honors the history of Benson’s Wild Animal Farm and fosters a love of nature and learning.
We are committed to preserving the park’s heritage, providing educational and interactive experiences, and engaging the community through diverse programs and exhibits.
Top Funding Sources:
• Corporate Sponsorships
• Charitable Gaming
• NH Gives
• Annual Membership Appeal
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2012
VOLUNTEERS: 60
ANNUAL REVENUE: $56,000
Service Locations: Benson Park, Hudson, NH
Community Services Provided: Current programs serve over 5,000 people annually.
Our goals include the design, funding and opening of the Benson’s Museum & Discovery Center, to preserve the history and legacy of Benson’s Wild Animal Farm, a beloved animal park that operated in Hudson, NH, from 1926 to 1987. It will serve as a tribute to the unique heritage of the park, once a popular destination for families and animal lovers.
The Discovery Center portion will present hands-on learning experiences that bring the spirit of Benson’s Wild Animal Farm into the present day, by offering interactive exhibits, immersive experiences and educational programs that connect visitors with the natural world and its inhabitants.
Together, Benson’s Museum & Discovery Center honors the past while looking toward the future, ensuring that the legacy of Benson’s Wild Animal Farm continues to inspire and educate.
Fundraising Events:
• NH Gives – June 2025
• Nash Casino – Date 2025 TBD
• 5th Annual Family Fun Day –September 2025
• Annual Membership Appeal –Nov. 2025
Giving Opportunities:
• Grants
• Sponsorships
• Memberships (Individual, Family, Senior and Corporate)
Volunteer Opportunities:
• Board Trustees
• Committees including Fundraising, Admin., Event Planning
• Benson Park Store –Management & Sales
Board Officers / Board Members
Deb Federico Chairman Family Promise of Southern New Hampshire
Natalie Newell Vice Chairman Retired Sales Exec.
Karen McLavey Treasurer Retired Financial Exec.
John Leone Trustee BAE Systems
James Leach Trustee Sales Exec.
Gateways Community Services
Mission Statement:
Gateways Community Services believes that all people are of great value. We provide innovative, high-quality, longterm services to support individuals throughout their lifetime so they can lead meaningful lives in their community.
Top Funding Sources:
Gateways receives funding through community, state and federal grants, charitable foundations and individual giving.
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1981
EMPLOYEES: 592
ANNUAL REVENUE: $30,000,000
Service Locations:
Amherst, Brookline, Hollis, Hudson, Litchfield, Mason, Merrimack, Milford, Mont Vernon, Nashua and Wilton
Contact:
Michelle Beeny
Development Director 114 Canal St. Nashua, NH 03064
603-459-2744
mbeeny@gatewayscs.org www.gatewayscs.org
Peggy Gilmour
President Preti Strategies
Lisa Scheib, MD
Vice President Nashua West Adult Medicine
Edgar R. Carter
Treasurer
Jim Moran
Secretary Melanson CPAs
2025 Goals:
For over 40 years, Gateways has provided a wide range of supportive programs and services to nearly 3,000 individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities, including infants, children, adults and seniors with a wide array of supportive programs and services. Gateways remains dedicated to discovering new opportunities and innovative solutions to ensure the delivery of high-quality care each year. We continuously strive to drive real, positive change in the community.
Fundraising Events:
Gateways fundraising events include the annual signature “Imagine the Possibilities” Event, year-end appeals, National Day of Giving (Giving Tuesday), and NH Gives. We will expand our outreach with small donor house parties and other donor-centric events. Stay tuned to our social media for the 2025 event date announcement and sponsorship opportunities. Please contact Michelle Beeny if you would like to host a house party or for sponsorship opportunities.
Giving Opportunities:
Gateways offers a variety of ways to contribute so that we may continue to expand our services to support individuals and their caregiving families. Our options include corporate sponsorships for our major fundraising event, in-kind donations, corporate matching gifts, Community Builder Monthly Donor or call us about Planned Giving. No gift is too big or too small. Please contact Michelle or make a gift online at www.gatewayscs.org
Volunteer Opportunities:
Volunteers are needed for events, maintenance projects, facilitating activities at the Adult Day Center and office support.
Steve Beals
Alvirne High School
Leah Brokhoff
Bob Corcoran
STANLEY Healthcare
Bonnie Dunham
Parent Information Center
Joe Gamache
Black Duck Software
Tom Gaul Retired
Lucille Jordan Nashua Community College
Jim McKenna Retired Executive
Marc Sadowsky, MD
New England Neurological Associates, P.C.
Mark Thornton Chair
Current disability advocate; retired from health care/business/technology
Jessica Wojcik
Dracut Public Schools
Amy Wheeler Teas
Formerly First Colebrook Bank & more
Girls at Work, Inc.
Mission Statement:
Girls at Work, Inc. empowers girls with tools, unleashing their power and potential to accomplish anything. When girls learn how to build with power tools, they come away with more than skills in woodworking — they come away empowered for life.
Top Funding Sources:
Foundation Grants: 35%
Individual Donations: 19%
Corporate Sponsorships: 29%
Program and Events: 17%
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2000
EMPLOYEES: 7
ANNUAL REVENUE: $500,000
Service Locations: Manchester
Contact:
Elaine Hamel
Executive Director 200 Bedford St. Manchester, NH 03101 603-345-0392 info@girlswork.org www.girlswork.org
2025 Goals:
Our goal is to provide empowering programming to many underserved girls in our community. In our workshops, our girls gain the skills and confidence they need to find and use their voices. Every day we strive to create meaningful, lasting change in the lives of girls who have few opportunities. We believe that building is the vehicle for helping girls learn to tap into their own power as strong and unstoppable individuals.
Fundraising Events:
Corporate sponsorships are welcomed, and some tiers allow for the use of the Girls at Work space for meetings and events as well as team builds and volunteer opportunities for company employees. We also host social events during the year to raise awareness and to support our mission.
Giving Opportunities:
Gifts at all levels are welcomed and put to use every day to run our programs and purchase lumber and supplies for the girls. Annual sponsorships are also welcome. We also do Kindness drives for groceries, toiletries, coats, shoes, etc. to keep our Kindness Room filled to meet the needs of our underserved girls. Please contact us at 603-3450392 to discuss other giving opportunities, or make a gift online at girlswork.org/give.
Volunteer Opportunities:
We LOVE volunteers! If you have a group who would like to volunteer, please reach out. Any retired woodworkers out there? Currently we are in need of some volunteer talent in our woodshop to help prep all of the lumber for the girls projects (Monday through Thursday, hours are flexible).
Board Officers/ Board Members
Tom Reynolds Chair
Karen O’Reilly Treasurer
Kendra Belanger Secretary
Ken Hamel
Rebecca Conway
Jason Blades
Heather Anderson
Girls Inc. of New Hampshire
Mission Statement:
Girls Inc. of New Hampshire inspires all girls to be Strong (through healthy living), Smart (through education) and Bold (through independence), providing thousands of girls with lifechanging experiences and solutions to the unique challenges girls face.
Top Funding Sources:
Individual donors, corporate partners, USDA federal funds, special events, foundation grants, state child care assistance, parent fees and United Way.
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1974
EMPLOYEES: 36
ANNUAL REVENUE: $2,100,000
Service Locations:
We offer after-school and full-day summer programs at our two centers: 27 Burke Street in Nashua and 340 Varney Street in Manchester. We deliver outreach programs in schools across New Hampshire and Windsor County, Vt., and Young Women’s Leadership programs each summer.
Contact:
Sharron McCarthy, CEO
Administrative Office 1711 South Willow St., Suite 5 Manchester, NH 03103 603-606-1705
Powerful girls in an equitable society. Our goals are that girls learn to value their whole selves, discover and develop their inherent strengths and receive the support they need to navigate the challenges they face. Girls Inc. girls live healthy and active lifestyles and are less likely to engage in risky behavior; they are eager to learn, successful in school and more likely to graduate from post-secondary education; and they display diligence, perseverance and resilience.
When we support girls they become resilient and ready for future possibilities! Together we can provide girls with the opportunity to thrive and prepare to become a new generationg of leaders.
Fundraising Events:
Our biggest fundraiser is our Fuel Her Fire Auction held every April. It begins online and then culminates in a Live Auction Gala. Our Golf Tournament in September raises money for our sports programming and scholarships, along with our Strong Smart & Bold Raffle in November. The Champion for Girls breakfast is held in June.
Giving Opportunities:
Girls Inc. is always accepting donations through our website, mail or telephone. Other giving opportunities include event sponsorships, item donations for our spring auction, planned giving or sponsoring a girl to attend our programs. We also have business partnership opportunities.
Volunteer Opportunities:
Support Volunteers: Talk to us about available opportunities in our centers or with our events.
BOLD Futures Mentoring: Become a mentor and build positive relationships with up to four girls. Contact Aletta Brown for info: abrown@girlsincnewhampshire.org.
Board Officers / Board Members
Susan Walsh
32 Health
Neeta Jayaraman
BAE Systems
Provins
Great New Hampshire Restaurants’ Charitable Trust
Mission Statement:
The mission of FEEDNH.org, Great New Hampshire Restaurants’ Charitable Trust, is to strengthen New Hampshire communities through philanthropic collaboration, dedicated employee involvement and volunteerism benefiting local Families, Elderly, Education and the Disadvantaged. FEEDNH.org: Enriching quality of life for us all.
Top Funding Sources: Public funding
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2014
EMPLOYEES: 1
ANNUAL REVENUE: $219,786
Service Locations:
FEEDNH.org supports New Hampshire-based nonprofits throughout the state, primarily including the greater areas of Bedford, Salem, Hudson, Derry, Laconia and Concord.
Contact: Emma Fraser Ambassador of Philanthropy & Community Outreach
124 Bedford Center Road, Suite B Bedford, NH 03110 603-488-2833
Emma@FEEDNH.org www.feednh.org
2025 Goals:
The goal of FEEDNH.org for 2025 is to increase our impact on New Hampshire’s Families, Elderly, Education and the Disadvantaged. Through heightened fundraising efforts and greater sponsor support, we can have a positive impact on our communities, supporting families in their time of need, and honoring and assisting our veterans. There are many deserving members within our communities, and we look forward to expanding our work and fundraising to reach even more individuals in the coming year.
Fundraising Events:
• Annual FEEDNH.org Golf Tournament — held in August to help meet the mission of FEEDNH.org.
• Are You Feeling Lucky? — held in March, $5,000 of proceeds go back to one lucky donor.
• Round-up for Charity — provides patrons of T-BONES and Copper Door the opportunity to round up the total of their check as a donation to FEEDNH.org. The funds raised through Round-up for Charity are used to help FEEDNH.org meet our mission.
• Wicked Scary Week — hosted by Copper Door each October, the event features a prix fixe lunch and dinner menu and the donation prize wheel to raise funds for FEEDNH.org.
• No Tricks, All Treats — hosted by all T-BONES locations. Guests are encouraged to donate $10 dining card to FEEDNH.org in the last week of October, leading to Halloween, and receive a $10 dining card in return.
Giving Opportunities:
FEEDNH.org is always accepting donations through our website, FEEDNH.org/ donate. We encourage the public to visit our website periodically and to “Like” us on Facebook to stay up to date with what’s happening.
Volunteer Opportunities:
If you are interested in volunteering for FEEDNH.org, please contact our ambassador of philanthropy and community outreach, Emma Fraser, at emma@FEEDNH.org. We are always looking for motivated and friendly individuals to help with event preparation and execution.
Board Officers / Board Members
Home Healthcare, Hospice and Community Services
Mission Statement:
Mission: To provide services which enable people to function throughout life at their optimal level of health, well-being, and independence, according to their personal beliefs and choices.
Vision: To be the leading regional provider for the continuum of care through home health, hospice, and community services.
Values: HCS values the spirit and talent of a diverse and inclusive workforce that can use evidence to support practice, employee competence, and meaningful work in our holistic approach to meet the health and wellness needs of individuals and families. We value the ability to change nimbly with the aid of technology and continuous improvement and which protects the rich relationships that lead to professional collaboration and donor confidence.
Top Funding Sources:
Center for Medicare Services, contracts, commercial insurance, contributions and fundraising, private pay, NH towns and City of Keene, Veterans Administration
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1907
EMPLOYEES: 190
ANNUAL REVENUE: $18,584,829
Service Locations:
HCS has three locations serving fifty-two towns in southwestern New Hampshire. 312 Marlboro Street, Keene 454 Old Street Road, Suite 208, Peterborough 33 Arbor Way, Charlestown
Contact:
Sareen Sarna
Director of Development and Growth 312 Marlboro St. Keene, NH 03431
603-352-2253
ssarna@hcsservices.org www.hcsservices.org
Virginia Jordan Chair
Self-Employed Consultant
Eric Horne Treasurer
Horne & Benik Networks, LLC
2025 Goals:
HCS is committed to providing quality care in all our programs, and features a continuum of care that integrates Home Health, Palliative, and Hospice care. HCS also continues to invest in and reenergize Meals on Wheels, Healthy Starts, Transportation, Wellness Clinics, and Homemaking. Simultaneously, HCS continues to maximize technology to improve care and support employees. Attracting and retaining our workforce and preparing for the future assures our leadership place in the community.
Fundraising Events:
HCS has thrived with close to three decades of annual Poinsettia Sales. In partnership with Cathedral of the Pines, we hosted our Signature Butterfly Release Event in 2024 over three days and brought the event to multiple facilities where residents could not travel. The HCS Board of Directors hosted a vibrant and celebratory Annual Meeting which included a silent auction and keynote by Dr. Kathleen Jordan, President of the Seven Hills Foundation who spoke about future trends in Human Services. The Circle of Hope Society includes receptions, and a “Love Our Donors” lunch is planned for February 2025 to include those who have committed planned gifts to the agency. HCS also participates in the National Day of Giving and NH Gives. HCS partners with three United Way organizations, Share the Love Subaru, and a designated grant writer to support the programs and people we serve.
Giving Opportunities:
HCS has Platinum GuideStar/Candid status and welcomes general or targeted donations on many donation platforms including: the HCS website, Facebook, GiveGab, and Benevity. Consider sponsoring a Senior’s Meals on Wheels for a week ($25) or for a month ($100) of meals. HCS also encourages donations from spring and winter annual appeals, and the Barbara Duckett Scholarship fund annual appeal for employee continuing education, and the Aylene Wozmak HEAL Program which benefits and enriches Hospice team members. Visit our website and give today! https://www.hcsservices.org/donate/
Volunteer Opportunities:
There are many ways to volunteer at HCS! We gratefully accept volunteers for Meals on Wheels deliveries, Hospice visitation at home and in facilities, bereavement and caregivers support groups, administrative functions, and during special events like the annual Butterfly Release and Poinsettia Sale.
Board Officers / Board Members
Julie
Green Secretary Retired
Hon. Paul Berch Retired
Mary Ann Davis Retired
Ann Heffernon Self- Employed
Donald Mazanowski, M.D. Retired
Will Pearson, Esq. Wyatt & Associates
David Stinson Retired Navy Chaplain
Julie Tewksbury Retired
Andrew Tremblay, M.D.
Cheshire Medical Center
Krempels Brain Injury Center
Mission Statement:
The Krempels Brain Injury Center mission is to improve the quality of life of people living with brain injury through evidence-based programming, shared experiences and support in a welcoming community. We envision a world where brain injury survivors are included, empowered and inspired to participate in their communities.
Top Funding Sources:
Krempels Brain Injury Center is funded by philanthropic support from individual donors, corporate donors, foundation grants and fundraising events. Philanthropy is the lifeblood of our success. All gifts make a difference.
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2000
EMPLOYEES: 10
ANNUAL REVENUE: $831,000
Service Locations:
Krempels Brain Injury Center is located in the Community Campus in Portsmouth. Programs run in-person on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. We offer the programs online on Thursdays, creating the opportunity for members to participate from anywhere.
Contact:
Krempels Brain Injury Center 100 Campus Drive, Suite 24 Portsmouth, NH 03801 603-570-2026 info@kbicenter.org www.kbicenter.org
2025 Goals:
We are challenging ourselves for our 25th anniversary by increasing our membership (by 20+) and philanthropy programs (an additional $250,000). The Krempels Brain Injury Center model is unique in post-acute day services for survivors of brain injury. Our model focuses on individual choice and control in therapeutic opportunities. There are survivors not yet accessing a service like ours, and we stand ready to make them aware of it and welcome them to our community.
Fundraising Events:
A gala in June 2025 is the in-person celebration of our anniversary. We look to reconnect with families who built our foundation, celebrate our present and prepare for a bold future. We will host the 15th Annual King Challenge Cycle Ride for Brain Injury in Oct. 2025. This event has raised $1.5 million+ to date! Three foliage-filled routes are available for all skill levels and are family friendly. For more info on all events, please visit kbicenter.org/help/community-events.
Giving Opportunities:
Gifts of any size are vital to the fundamental commitment to operate our programs without financial burden to any member. Scholarship programs provide $270,000+ annually in services to qualifying members. Over 50% of members participate at no cost, and over 80% attend at a discounted rate. Gifts from individuals and corporations, furthering your gift through your employer match program, or attending a fundraising event, all add up to the critical funds we need to support our members.
Volunteer Opportunities:
Volunteers run our dedicated events like the King Challenge Cycling fundraiser and our member Holiday Gift Shop in December. Krempels volunteers also share the areas of expertise and knowledge they have by facilitating group enrichment classes for members. Please visit kbicenter.org/help/volunteer.
Mark Mailloux President Portsmouth Regional Hospital
Gary Barr Vice President TD Bank (Retired)
Board Officers / Board Members
Tiffany Stackpole Secretary First Seacoast Bank
Charles Champagne Treasurer Northeast Rehabilitation Hospital Network
Mark Bonica UNH
Nancy Colbert Puff Portsmouth, NH (Retired)
Jean-Marie Detcher Liberty Mutual Insurance
John Gilbert Martineau Electric, Inc. and Synchrony Advisors, LLC
Lou Ann Griswold UNH
Dave Sanford WinterWyman (Retired)
Amy Smucker Berwick Academy
Trudy Van Zee UNH (Retired)
Susan Chase Wentworth-Douglass Hospital Foundation
Susanna Fier
Susanna Fier Consulting, LLC
Maps Counseling Services
Mission Statement:
Our mission is navigating life’s challenges ... caring for mind, heart, body and spirit. Our Vision: Maps Counseling Services envisions a community, strong in mind, heart, body and spirit, equipped to confidently navigate life’s challenges. Since our start in 1973, Maps has committed to providing services to all whom we can help, regardless of income or financial resources. Through our tax-deductible Hope and Healing Fund, Maps offers free and low-cost mental health care with a team of highly qualified clinical interns and residents.
Top Funding Sources:
NH Charitable Foundation, Whitney Brothers, Savings Bank of Walpole, Mascoma Bank, NH Trust, Fenton Family Dealerships, Douglas Cuddle Toys
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1973
EMPLOYEES: 24
ANNUAL REVENUE: $1,280,000
Service Locations:
We have two locations, our primary office in Keene and a satellite office in Peterborough for in-person psychotherapy services; telehealth options are available as well.
Contact:
Gina Pasquale, PsyD
Executive Director 23 Central Square, Suite 300 Keene, NH 03431 603-355-2244
gpasquale@mapsnh.org mapsnh.org
David Meader
Board Chair
Retired, NH Legislature
Carl Allen
Vice Chair
Retired Nonprofit Leader
2025 Goals:
In 2025, Maps Counseling Services aims to broaden our impact by expanding our work with individuals experiencing homelessness, ensuring they have access to vital mental health care. We plan to recruit more therapists, especially child providers, to better meet the needs of our community. Additionally, we seek to expand the trainings we offer to mental health professionals and continue to build our training program, utilizing the expertise of our experienced clinicians to mentor the next generation of therapists. We also hope to foster more community collaborations to enhance our collective efforts in supporting mental health.
Fundraising Events:
Giving Tuesday; NH Gives. We are in a season of revisioning our fundraising events. We are hoping to host events in May for mental health awareness month.
Giving Opportunities:
At Maps Counseling Services, donors can make a meaningful impact by supporting essential programs and services that offer affordable, high-quality mental health care to individuals in need. Contributions can also be made to our Hope and Healing Fund, which provides financial assistance to clients facing financial hardships, ensuring access to life-changing therapy. Your generosity helps us continue to provide compassionate care for all, regardless of ability to pay.
Volunteer Opportunities:
At Maps Counseling Services, volunteers play a vital role in our mission through board membership and committee participation. These key leadership positions allow individuals to contribute their skills and passion to help guide our organization, support our programs and enhance our impact in the community. While these are our only volunteer opportunities at this time, serving on the board or a committee provides a rewarding way to directly influence the future of mental health care in our region.
Board Officers / Board Members
Sofia Cunha-Vasconcelos
Rabbi Daniel Aronson Congregation Ahavas Achim
Becky Barrett Retired Physical Therapist
Carolyn Ogren Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Center
Mission Statement:
The mission of the McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Center is to inspire every generation to reach for the stars, through engaging, artful and entertaining activities that explore astronomy, aviation, the Earth and space science.
Top Funding Sources:
Our primary source of revenue is through general admission, program sales and facility rentals. Additional funding comes from federal, state and foundation grants and the generous contributions made by individuals and businesses.
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2013
EMPLOYEES: 9 full time, 8-12 part time
ANNUAL REVENUE: $1,000,000
Service Locations:
The McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Center welcomes visitors from all over the world to our Concord, NH-based exhibit galleries and planetarium theater, and we serve cities and towns throughout New England through outreach programs to schools, libraries and community centers.
Contact:
Melissa Edwards
Executive Director 2 Institute Drive Concord, NH 03301 603-271-7827
medwards@starhop.com www.starhop.com
2025 Goals:
At the McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Center, we aim to engage minds, make learning fun and inspire people of all ages to pursue lifelong learning about our universe. For over a decade, we’ve been serving New Hampshire and beyond as an independent, nonprofit organization, and this year, we hope to expand the ways we deliver STEM education. Our goals for 2025 include:
• Creating engaging STEM workshops for middle and high school students
• Hosting dynamic art and music-themed planetarium events
• Undertaking our most ambitious project yet: a complete renovation of our exhibit galleries
Fundraising Events:
• AerospaceFest in September is our annual celebration of all things STEM. This familyfriendly event includes exhibitors from local science and educational organizations, hands-on activities, the presentation of the Alex Higgins Memorial Space Camp Scholarship to award winners, the premiere of a new planetarium show, and more! The free-to-attend event provides opportunities for corporate partnership and individual support.
• The 2nd Annual Drive for the Sky Golf Tournament in June is a day of friendly competition to support the Discovery Center’s work in delivering high-quality STEM education for learners of all ages. The tournament includes many sponsorship opportunities including supporting aspects of the event and team registrations
Giving Opportunities:
The Discovery Center always accepts individual and business contributions through our website at www.starhop.com/donation. Other giving opportunities include corporate memberships, planned giving and naming opportunities, like adopting a star or naming a seat in our planetarium, sponsoring an exhibit or planetarium show, or naming a brick or paver on our Science Playground.
Volunteer Opportunities:
Volunteers assist with all aspects of the Discovery Center’s work. From working directly with visitors and school groups running demonstrations, planetarium shows and the observatory to keeping the Center looking its best through exhibit maintenance and landscaping, we have opportunities available for individuals with varied interests. For more information, visit www.starhop.com/ volunteer.
Board Officers / Board Members
Chair Freedom Energy Logistics
Dr.
Robert
Bart Fromuth, Esq. Board
Michelline Dufort CEO & Family Enterprise Center, UNH
Dr. Stewart Levenson
Richard
Meals on Wheels of Hillsborough County
Mission Statement:
The mission of Meals on Wheels of Hillsborough County is to create connection and enrich the lives of the area’s older and isolated adults who live independently through nutrition, social engagement and community services.
Top Funding Sources:
Though a portion of most meals are funded through the NH Bureau of Adult and Aging Services, the rest of our funding comes through generous contributions from:
• Hillsborough County, city and town budgetary committees
• NH Charitable Foundation
• Other Foundation Grants
• Individual Donors
• Fundraising Partnerships through charitable gaming and the United Way
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1977
EMPLOYEES: 66
ANNUAL REVENUE: $5,521,673
Service Locations:
Nutrition sites in Manchester, Nashua, Peterborough, Goffstown and Milford provide meals to 31 cities and towns in Hillsborough County
Contact:
Zach Paone
Director of Development 46 Milford St. Manchester, NH 03102 603-424-9967
zpaone@hcmow.org www.hcmow.org
2025 Goals:
For 48 years, HCMOW has been the state’s largest provider of home-delivered, healthy meals to lowincome, older and disabled adults. Because services are provided either in-home, at nearby community centers or at local restaurants, participants are able to stave off hunger and social isolation while remaining safe and independent in their own homes and communities. In 2024, we supplied 422,729 meals, all designed to meet USDA nutritional requirements, to 5,536 participants countywide. To fulfill our mission, we are focused on the following:
• Demonstrating our solution to an epidemic of loneliness
• Reducing operational complexity
• Conserving energy and resources
Fundraising Events:
Delivering nutrition and social connection opportunities to more than 5,000 people is only possible through community donations. Attending our fundraising events is a great way to have some fun while supporting our mission. Event sponsors are a great way to showcase your business’s commitment to our community. Meals on Wheels of Hillsborough County will be hosting the following events in 2025:
• Festival of Fives: Saturday, March 29, 2025, at LaBelle Winery, Amherst
• Spring 2025 Miles for Meals 5k
• Holiday Gift Drive for more than 1,200 home-delivery clients
Giving Opportunities:
Since 2022, we have seen 171% more neighbors turn to us for nutrition and connection. Donors can make a major impact by covering the cost of meals for these neighbors. To streamline meal operations and make donor dollars go further, HCMOW continues to seek capital funders to develop an industrial kitchen and community dining space. We accept the following gifts:
• Individual Contributions
• Gifts of Stock
• Donor-advised Funds
• Legacy Gifts
• Capital Support
Volunteer Opportunities:
• Corporate Partnerships and Sponsorships
For more information, visit our website: www.hcmow.org/donate
Volunteers are essential to providing meals and service to our participants. Most opportunities take only 1-2 hours.
For more details, visit www.hcmow.org/volunteer. Through our website, volunteers can apply to:
• Adopt a Route — Companies can organize a group of employees who take turns delivering meals one day each week.
• Help in the Administrative Office
• Support fundraising events
Corporate partners, reach out to coordinate a volunteer action project for your employees. Want to get even more involved as an HCMOW board member? Get in touch!
Board Officers / Board Members
Carolyn Oguda Chairman Moderna Therapeutics
Andrew Cirrone Vice Chairman Franklin Savings Bank
Christopher Conway Treasurer CEJ Technologies
Gilbert Oriol Secretary Guyer and Son Roofing
Daniel Abbis, D.O. Dartmouth-Hitchcock
Jon Eriquezzo Meals on Wheels of Hillsborough County
Douglas Garner Retired from BAE
Jordan Guagliumi Constant Frequency
Colleen Lyons Sheehan Phinney, P.A.
Thomas Sullivan
Sullivan Construction LLC
John Johnson Retired from Fidelity
Christopher Dugan Dugan PR
Media Power Youth
Mission Statement:
Media Power Youth inspires young people to engage with media in thoughtful and creative ways that support their physical and mental well-being. We partner with schools and communities to invest in youth and sustain them in their journey to find balance in their technology use, such that it enriches rather than compromises their success in school and in life.
Top Funding Sources:
Media Power Youth relies on the generosity of individuals and foundations for the majority of our funding. We also receive income from government grants and programming fees.
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2000
EMPLOYEES: 3
ANNUAL REVENUE: $260,000
Service Locations:
Media Power Youth partners with community organizations, municipalities and schools across New Hampshire to provide programs where children and teens learn and play. We offer youth programs in a wide variety of settings including K-12 classrooms, after-school program sites, libraries, parks and recreation centers, museums and summer camps. We also provide educational resources for classroom teachers and youth advocates.
Contact:
Heather Inyart
Executive Director 1045 Elm St., Suite 203 Manchester, NH 03101 603-222-1200
Our goal is to empower youth to advocate for their own well-being by providing learning experiences on media, technology and healthy communication. We will help children and teens build social-emotional skills and introduce them to strategies they can use to stay safe when interacting in digital spaces. We will facilitate opportunities for young people to practice positive media creation and engage in the causes they care about, such as mental health, substance misuse, violence prevention, healthy relationships and protecting the environment. We will collaborate with our team of student advisors, MPY’s Youth Media Squad, to design programs that continue to reflect their lived experience. In 2025, we are raising funds to expand our media literacy and social-emotional, skill-building programs.
Fundraising Events:
Media Power Youth hosts educational events in partnership with organizations across New Hampshire. Subscribe to our newsletter to learn more about these opportunities. We host a youth film festival in late summer where we invite community leaders and supporters to engage with young filmmakers. We also participate in NH Gives, Giving Tuesday and other fundraising initiatives throughout the year.
Giving Opportunities:
Life moves quickly for children and teens grappling with social media and tech devices that are on 24/7. Individual gifts throughout the year help us keep pace with the ever-changing social challenges that youth encounter in digital communities that can compromise their well-being. Contributions can be made online at mediapoweryouth.org/donate. Organizations, families and corporations can also sponsor programs, educational resources and/or operating needs. Contact us at 603222-1200 to discuss these opportunities.
Volunteer Opportunities:
Volunteers are very much appreciated! There are opportunities to serve on our board of directors, assist with preparing programs, advise youth on advocacy projects and help us build awareness of the learning experiences we offer. If you have a passion for youth development and helping young people navigate our media-driven world, please reach out to us. We’d love to meet you!
Kent Goodrow
Nicole Howard
David Wagner Business Owner
Amanda Andrews
Monarch School of New England
Mission Statement:
The Monarch School of New England supports individuals with special needs so they can realize their greatest potential. In this nurturing environment, a comprehensively trained staff works oneon-one with each individual, uniquely integrating both education and therapy, to ensure successful transitions to school and to the community.
Top Funding Sources:
Primary funding is provided by referring school district partners. Donations, grant funding and sponsorships help fund the essential programs, therapies and capital projects that support our students’ learning and growth, but are not afforded through tuition payments.
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1974
EMPLOYEES: 127
ANNUAL REVENUE: $10,300,000
Service Locations:
The Monarch School of New England’s two campuses are located in Rochester, NH. Currently the school serves students from more than 30 partner school districts across New Hampshire and southern Maine, typically located within an hour and a half’s drive to Rochester. The Monarch School of New England also works closely with universities across New England to provide practicum placements for students enrolled in allied health, nursing and education degrees.
Contact: Amanda Martineau
Director of Community Engagement PO Box 1921, 105 Eastern Ave. Rochester, NH 03867 603-332-2848
For more than 50 years, the Monarch School of New England has recognized that every student has potential, and every student can learn. Our school community offers outstanding academic, therapeutic, life skills, vocational and community-based instruction, which supports our students with special needs to reach their greatest potential in a caring, supportive environment.
The school continues to advance goals within the current strategic plan, such as strengthening the quality of vocational and transition programming offered, advocating for the needs of individuals with disabilities, and implementing consistent, comprehensive literacy instruction across all classrooms to help students progress in their reading and writing skills. Additionally, all staff members are being encouraged to pursue meaningful professional development opportunities to keep abreast of best practices in education and therapy.
Fundraising Events:
Events and community support help the Monarch School of New England provide the innovative programs, therapies and resources that support students to reach their greatest potential. Direct program sponsorships are available. In addition, the Monarch School of New England’s annual golf tournament is held annually on the Thursday before Memorial Day and sells out every year.
Giving Opportunities:
When individuals, businesses and foundations give to the Monarch School of New England, they’re demonstrating powerfully that they share our belief that every student has potential. Furthermore, every gift to the Monarch School of New England has a significant impact, as the success of our students requires an innovative and integrated approach utilizing programs, therapies, equipment and facilities that cannot be supported through public funding alone.
Donation opportunities include unrestricted gifts, gifts dedicated to a capital project, gifts of goods or services, gifts of stocks or securities, bequests, matching gifts and event/program sponsorships.
Just as we create individualized instructional programs to meet our students’ needs, we work closely with our community to create giving opportunities that align with their own unique goals. Please visit our website, or reach out directly, as we’d be honored to work with you to support your philanthropic vision.
Volunteer Opportunities:
The Monarch School of New England welcomes partnerships with local businesses who may host vocational program students for work-based learning opportunities. The school also appreciates groups who are willing to participate in campus projects. We’re grateful for those who are willing to share their time, talents and expertise with our school community. Interested potential volunteers should contact the school to discuss service opportunities that would be a good match and rewarding volunteer experience.
Board Officers / Board Members
McManus Fragomen, Del Ray, Bernsen & Loewy, LLP
Chris Parker
Lighthouse Credit Union
Marlene
Nashua Soup Kitchen & Shelter
Mission Statement:
Nashua Soup Kitchen & Shelter (NSKS) provides food, emergency shelter, and a wide range of supportive services to vulnerable individuals and families in Greater Nashua. NSKS works to increase access to a full spectrum of basic needs through advocacy, targeted programs and strategic collaborations with peer organizations in the community.
Top Funding Sources:
Donations, special events, corporate sponsorships, foundation grants, municipal funding, state funding.
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1981 EMPLOYEES: 32
ANNUAL REVENUE: $3,116,123
Service Locations:
Nashua Soup Kitchen & Shelter serves Greater Nashua, including Nashua, Merrimack, Hudson, Litchfield, Hollis, Londonderry, Milford, Amherst, Pelham, Derry and Mont Vernon.
Contact:
Jane Goodman
Executive Director 2 Quincy St. P.O. Box 3116 Nashua, NH 03061 603-889-7770 jgoodman@nsks.org www.nsks.org
Krishna Mangipudi President Retired
Joseph Bates Vice President CEO, Software
Jerry Ryan Treasurer Retired
2025
Goals:
In 2025, Nashua Soup Kitchen & Shelter is focused on the sustainability and efficiency of our organization, programs and services. 1) Implement our 3–5-year strategic plan. 2) Increase case management staff to house shelter guests more quickly and reduce average shelter stay so we can help more families experiencing homelessness. 3) Increase the availability of nutritious food selections for the pantry and kitchen. 4) Expand partnerships with human service agencies to meet behavioral, mental and physical health needs. 5) Elevate our major gifts program and partner with corporate donors to support our Corporate Leadership Circle in the interest of long-term viability.
Fundraising Events:
Empty Bowls: February 19, 2025
Join us at Nashua High School South for a fun evening fundraising for NSKS and enjoying some delicious soup from local restaurants. Take home a beautiful handmade bowl made by a student or a member of our community Run & Walk for Food & Shelter: April 6, 2025
The 30th Annual Run & Walk for Food & Shelter offers a 10K and 5K USATF certified course, a 3K Walk, and a fun Kids Sprint Dinner Auction Gala: November 2025
The 25th Annual Dinner Auction Gala is NSKS’s signature fundraising event. Your attendance, donation and sponsorship raise hope for families in need.
Giving Opportunities:
NSKS relies upon support from individuals, corporations, foundations and grants. Donations can be made online nsks.org/give-online, or by mailing a check to P.O. Box 3116, Nashua, NH 03061. To make a gift of stock, please contact aixa@nsks.org for our account information. A planned gift to NSKS creates a lasting legacy that funds food, shelter, advocacy, education, work preparation and the restoration of dignity and self-respect, ensuring a vibrant community life for future generations. For more information about planned giving, please contact shamann@nsks.org.
Ways to donate: nsks.org/donate
Volunteer Opportunities:
Volunteer opportunities include: Preparing meals for Nashua Meals for Kids, stocking food pantry shelves, preparing and serving meals at our soup kitchen, and distributing turkeys and holiday boxes. Individual volunteer opportunities can be found at nsks.volunteerhub.com, and groups (corporate, faith-based, school, etc.) wishing to volunteer can contact carol@nsks.org to coordinate a visit.
Board Officers / Board Members
Muñoz Public Health Equity Officer, DPHCS
Keith Bagley Northeastern University
Linda Bennett Library Street School
Thomas Bolton Captain, Nashua Police Department
Amy Kellner Professional Volunteer
Shoshanna Kelly Owner
Kelly Creatives
Christopher Ortega Senior Product Manager, Qlik
Camille Pattison Community Development Director, Town of Milford
Our mission is, through sports and recreation, to enhance lives affected by disabilities. We provide yearround adaptive sports instruction to adults and children with physical and cognitive disabilities.
Top Funding Sources:
Our funding sources include individual donors, corporate partners and sponsors, public and private grants, foundations and special events.
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1987
EMPLOYEES: 6
ANNUAL REVENUE: $1,500,000
Service Locations:
We operate in two locations, with essential support from Loon Mountain and Bretton Woods Ski Resort. NEDS at Loon Mountain (winter and summer), 39 Loon Brook Road, Lincoln, and NEDS at Bretton Woods (winter), 99 Ski Area Road, Bretton Woods, NH.
NEDS goals for 2025 are focused on enhancing the overall experience for our studentathletes and their families. We aim to expand our offerings by adding more adaptive sports and increasing the number of student-athletes we serve across a diverse spectrum of disabilities. Additionally, we plan to build new relationships with individual and corporate donors to support the needs of our growing program and address the need for accessible housing near our programming sites.
Fundraising Events:
New England Disabled Sports has several fundraising events annually, with two larger signature events. The first is our annual Breaking Boundaries Gala hosted at Riverwalk in Lincoln on Saturday, March 15, 2025. In the fall, we host our annual charity golf tournament at Owl’s Nest Resort in Thornton on Monday, September 15, 2025. To learn more about becoming a corporate sponsor, individual donor, donating auction items or purchasing tickets, please contact Vance Perry at vancep@ nedisabledsports.org.
Giving Opportunities:
As a nonprofit organization, NEDS relies on generous donors and grants to fund our program. There are numerous opportunities available for donors to create a meaningful impact that will make a difference in our student-athletes’ lives. Donations can help fund lesson scholarships, veterans’ camps and equipment purchases. This includes corporate sponsorships, matching gifts, donor advised funds, stock and mutual fund donations, monthly giving, planned giving and more. Visit nedisabledsports.org/create-happy to learn more.
Volunteer Opportunities:
Volunteers play a vital role in the NEDS team, generously dedicating their time and skills to support student-athletes with disabilities in their pursuit of sporting goals and meaningful experiences. To learn more about year-round volunteer opportunities, visit nedisabledsports.org/join-happy, or call our office at 603-745-9333 to speak with a staff member.
Board Officers / Board Members
Everhart-Skeels, MPH Vice President
Philip Lembo 2nd Vice President
Steve Picardo Assistant Treasurer
Kari Christiansen Secretary
Mark O’Donnell Director
Kim Perry Director
John Imbrescia Director Emeritus
Dr. Jessica Harney, DPT, PT, OT President
Sarah
Robert (Bob) F. Mulhall Jr., CPA Treasurer
Bruce Booth Director
Timothy J. Connelly Director
Peter Dixon Director
Dr. Brian Holub, DVM Director
Cathal McGloin Director
New Hampshire Coalition for the Support of Service Dogs
Mission Statement:
The mission of the New Hampshire Coalition for the Support of Service Dogs is to provide financial assistance to service dog owners across the state, helping qualified individuals with the cost of veterinary care and medicines. We also focus on advocacy and education.
Top Funding Sources:
NH Charitable Foundation-Daisy Hale Fund
Private Foundations
Corporate Donations
Individual Donations
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2018
EMPLOYEES: 6 volunteers
ANNUAL REVENUE: $20,000
Service Locations: State of New Hampshire.
Contact:
Brendan Madden Chairman
P.O. Box 892
Dover, NH, 03821-0892
603-988-7995
nhcssd1@gmail.com www.nhcssd.org
2025 Goals:
The New Hampshire Coalition for the Support of Service Dogs’ (NHCSSD) goal is to create a world where service dog owners have access to the resources and support they need to care for their dogs. Providing financial assistance for medical issues will alleviate the owner’s fear of not being able to afford their service dog and potentially having to give them up. By providing education about what service dogs are and what they do, we hope to create a better understanding in the public’s eyes. By advocating for service dogs, service dog teams and service dog laws, we hope that service dog teams will feel more accepted and can freely accompany their owners in all public places.
Fundraising Events/Opportunities:
NHCSSD participates in Giving Tuesday, NH Gives, and Comedy Nights.
Giving Opportunities:
As a small volunteer-run charity, the New Hampshire Coalition for the Support of Service Dogs welcomes any size donation. Donations can be made through servicedogsnh.org/donate.
Volunteer Opportunities:
• Administrative Support
• Board Opportunities
• Community Engagement
• Fundraising Efforts
• Marketing Efforts
Board Officers / Board Members
Brendan Madden Chairman
Michael Roscoe Vice Chairman
Jared Burks Treasurer
Sean Lucius Secretary
Sam Lucius Member
NH Community Behavioral Health Association
The NH Community Behavioral Health Association (NHCBHA) is comprised of 10 community mental health centers (CMHCs) in New Hampshire.
Mission Statement:
Through advocacy and leadership, we develop the relationships and systems to ensure the sustainability of highquality behavioral health care.
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2002; Majority of the CMHCs were established in the 1960s.
EMPLOYEES: 2,750 across the 10 CMHCs
ANNUAL REVENUE:
In FY24, collective revenue from the 10 CMHCs included:
Medicare: $5,772,584
Medicaid: $161,625,047
Commercial Insurance: $15,244,663
Self-pay Fees: $5,656,121
Grants: $28,743,217
UNCOMPENSATED PATIENT CARE
PROVIDED (FY24): $ 15,401,663
Service Locations:
40 service locations statewide
Region 1 – Northern Human Services
Region 2 – West Central Behavioral Health
Region 3 – Lakes Region Mental Health Center
Region 4 – Riverbend Community Mental Health
Region 5 – Monadnock Family Services
Region 6 – Greater Nashua Mental Health
Region 7 – The Mental Health Center of Greater Manchester
NHCBHA’s overarching goal is to raise awareness about the crucial role that community-based mental health centers have in ensuring quality services for our patients. In addition, the Association advocates for a strong mental health system across the Granite State.
In 2025, the Association will focus advocacy efforts on the ongoing financial sustainability needed to ensure the delivery of essential mental health services and the comprehensive improvements in care that are proven to be effective.
Philanthropy & Community Development:
As independent nonprofit organizations, each of the 10 CMHCs annually raise critical dollars through individual donations, corporate sponsorships and foundation grants to subsidize costs and generate unrestricted revenue.
In addition, the CMHCs plan and host regional events throughout the year that help to educate community members and reduce stigma.
To learn about your region’s CMHCs fundraising and community involvement initiatives, please visit their website or contact the Development and Community Relations Departments at each Center.
Board Officers / Board Members
Maggie Pritchard President President & CEO, Lakes Region Mental Health Center, Inc.
Victor Topo Vice President President & CEO, Center for Life Management
Jay Couture Secretary President & CEO, Seacoast Mental Health Center, Inc.
Patricia Carty Treasurer CEO, Mental Health Center of Greater Manchester
Suzanne GaetjensOleson CEO, Northern Human Services
Chris Kozak Executive Director, Community Partners
Lisa Madden President & CEO, Riverbend Community Mental Health, Inc.
Lori Shibinette President & CEO, West Central Behavioral Health
Cynthia Whitaker President & CEO, Greater Nashua Mental Health
Phil Wyzik CEO, Monadnock Family Services
New Hampshire Humanities
Mission Statement:
New Hampshire Humanities connects people and ideas by funding and supporting statewide programs that inspire curiosity, foster civil dialogue and explore big questions.
Top Funding Sources:
Federal Grants: 61%
Individuals: 11%
Foundations: 2%
Corporations: 2%
Special Events: 5%
Endowments: 19%
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1974
EMPLOYEES: 11
ANNUAL REVENUE: $1,637,837
Service Locations:
Last year, NHH made possible 1,206 free public programs reaching 33,470 residents in more than 181 communities, in partnership with 414 organizations. Learn more at nhhumanities.org.
Contact:
Michael Haley Goldman
Executive Director 117 Pleasant St. Concord, NH 03301 603-224-4071, ext. 111 mhaleygoldman@nhhumanities.org www.nhhumanities.org
2025 Goals:
For the last 50 years, New Hampshire Humanities (NHH) has brought citizens together in every region to explore big questions, spark curiosity, inspire understanding, and bridge divides between people of the Granite State, one program at a time. NHH will continue collaborating with vital community institutions including libraries, museums, adult education centers, and other cultural organizations to provide free and low-cost public humanities programs for Granite Staters of all ages and backgrounds. In 2025, NHH will create new opportunities for neighbors to explore literature, history, philosophy and culture in a way that encourages critical thinking and fosters a deeper understanding of ourselves and our world. With a special focus on change in New Hampshire, NHH’s programs will explore transformation and continuity, identity and sense of place, and the inevitability of change that has shaped our communities as the nation approaches its 250th anniversary in 2026.
Fundraising Events:
The Annual Celebration of the Humanities has been our sole fundraising event and allows New Hampshire Humanities to stay true to our mission of providing free and low-cost public humanities programs for people of all ages and from all walks of life, in every community across the state. By purchasing a ticket or sponsoring the Annual Celebration, you’ll be directly supporting high-quality humanities programs and ensuring they remain accessible for all.
Giving Opportunities:
Delivering diverse and accessible humanities programs to thousands of people across the Granite State each year requires generous support from individuals, foundations and other funding partners. There are many ways to invest in this work: through a onetime or recurring gift, customizable sponsorship opportunities, or even naming NHH as a beneficiary of life insurance or other estate plan. This investment in New Hampshire Humanities reaches people and communities where they need it most.
Volunteer Opportunities:
Volunteers are invited to participate in our live and virtual public programs around the state, and spread the word by sharing photos and a message about our programs. We relish input from a wide range of supporters — tell us your “humanities story” or attend a program, and write a short reflection we can publish on social media or in our publications. Volunteers are also welcomed at select events throughout the year, and for occasional office projects.
Board Officers / Board Members
Marcia Schmidt Blaine Chair Plymouth
Elizabeth Dubrulle
Vice Chair
New Hampshire Historical Society
Samuel H. Witherspoon
Treasurer Portsmouth
Andrea Williamson
Secretary
Edward Jones
Joshua Becker Southern New Hampshire University
Rebecca Biron, Ph.D. Dartmouth College
Dr. Gary Bouchard Saint Anselm College
Zachary S. Camenker Concord
Robert Dunn, Esq. Roman Catholic Diocese of Manchester
Dr. Christine Gustafson Saint Anselm College
Molly Lunn Owen University of New Hampshire
Andrew Pyszka Goffstown High School
Amanda Quinlan, Esq. McLane Middleton
Connie Roy-Czyzowski
Manchester
Katie Umans University of New Hampshire
Jacqueline D. Wernimont, Ph.D. Dartmouth College
Ken Burns
Director Emeritus
Professor Nicholas Germana Keene State College
Teresa Rosenberger, Esq. Berstein Shur
NH Foster & Adoptive Parent Association
Mission Statement:
The assets of the corporation shall be devoted to charitable purposes consistent with the charitable objectives of the corporation and the needs of the community which it serves. In carrying out those objectives, the corporation’s board and officers shall give due consideration to the following objectives: to bring together foster and adoptive parents, agency representatives, kinship caregivers/relative caregivers, and community stakeholders who are positioned to work together to improve the foster care system and enhance the lives of all children and their families; to continuously improve mutual coordination, cooperation and communication among foster/adoptive parent associations, child placing agencies and other child advocates; to raise public awareness on current issues regarding foster care/adoption through various media outlets; and to advocate on behalf of foster/adoptive children and families at the local, state and national levels.
Top Funding Sources:
Wendy’s Corporation
Gate City Casino – Charitable Giving Ticket To Dream Foundation
Matthew Bouchea Back to School Shoes Campaign – NHFAPA partners with DCYF on this campaign
M&T Bank
We receive personal donations as well from our PayPal site and also through our website.
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1994
EMPLOYEES: 1
ANNUAL REVENUE: $160,000+
Service Locations:
State of NH
Contact:
Mariellen J. MacKay, MS
Executive Director
603-717-5899 nhfapaed@gmail.com www.nhfapa.org
2025 Goals:
Grant Opportunities
Camperships – Time Specific
Holiday Grants – Time Specific
School Supplies Grants – Time Specific
Winter Clothing Gift Card Grant – Time Specific
Driver’s Education/License Support Grant – All Year Long
Enrichment Grants – All Year Long
Window’s By Wendy’s – All Year Long — Windows needed to be replaced in order to obtain a foster care/relative caregiver/kinship license through the state of NH. Families can reach out to NHFAPA for assistance when needed by filling out an application for support.
Board Officers / Board Members
Carson President
Charles Saia, Esq. Vice-President
Jessica Mendes, Esq.
Sharon
Airial Sillanpaa
Barbara Walters
Santina Thibedeau
Lisa Bernard
Kathy Wagner
MaryFrances Renner
NH Healthy Climate (formerly NH Healthcare Workers for Climate Action)
Mission Statement:
As health care workers are uniquely positioned to increase public awareness of the links between health and climate change, we seek to provide NH health care workers the tools to educate and mobilize the public in support of climate solutions to improve health for all.
Top Funding Sources:
• Individual Donations
• Corporate Sponsorships
• Foundational Grants
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2021
EMPLOYEES: 2
ANNUAL REVENUE: $150,000
Service Locations:
NH Healthy Climate is statewide, and holds live virtual events and in-person events in different towns and cities throughout New Hampshire. All virtual events are recorded and posted to our website for convenient viewing at a later time.
Contact: Emily Thompson
Director of Operations P.O. Box 426 Manchester, NH 30105 603-714-1994 ethompson@nhclimatehealth.org www.nhclimatehealth.org
NH Healthy Climate uses the trusted voice of health care workers to educate the public on the current and projected health impacts of our changing climate, and works to catalyze action towards solutions.
Paul Friedrichs, MD Chair
Retired family physician
Robert Dewey, MD Vice-Chair Retired cardiologist
Deborah Gerson, MD Secretary Pathologist, Catholic Medical Center
2025 Goals:
• Use our trusted messenger voices to educate Granite Staters on how to respond to the health impacts of climate change right here in New Hampshire.
• Expand our Children’s Health program (Climate and Health Initiative for Caregivers and Kids, or CHICKs) to reach more children and caregivers around the state, particularly those from predominantly low-income communities.
• Diversify our audience to include people of all backgrounds, especially rural and urban populations, racially and ethnically diverse populations, and all age groups.
• Use our nonpartisan constituency of health care professionals to advocate for climate solutions that are health solutions.
Fundraising Events/Giving Opportunities:
• Annual Fundraising Drive, running from October to December each year, is our biggest source of funding. However, we accept donations all year round, and encourage monthly subscription donations at www.nhclimatehealth.org/donate.
• Corporate Sponsorship Program: Encourage your business to become a corporate sponsor of NH Healthy Climate and receive benefits such as an article featured in our newsletter to 3,200 health care workers and others across NH and beyond (with a 50% open rate), a sponsorship placement on our website www.nhclimatehealth.org with link to your website, and more.
• Foundational Grants
Volunteer Opportunities:
• Sign up as a member or follower to receive our bi-monthly newsletter: NH Climate Health Action Talk (NH CHAT) and receive information on our free webinars and events, and our ongoing projects. www.nhclimatehealth.org/join-us
• Request a Speaker’s Bureau presentation on climate and health at your business, town library, place of worship or community organization.
• Request a Climate Cafe at your business, town library, place of worship or community organization to provide a space for participants to share concerns about our changing climate and its impacts.
• Join one of our five active working groups as a volunteer: Children’s Health, Behavioral Health, Climate Justice, Communications & Education, and Policy & Advocacy.
Board Officers / Board Members
Robert
Carl Cooley, MD Executive Committee Retired pediatrician Member At-large
Judy Joy, RN Retired, Colby Sawyer College
Kaitlyn Lisett, RN University of New Hampshire
Cynthia Nichols, RN Dartmouth Health
Paula Smith, RN Southern NH Area Health Education Center
Joan Widmer, RN Treasurer Retired, RN
Feder, MD Retired psychiatrist
Thomas Sherman, MD Retired gastroenterologist
Photo by Cheryl Senter
New Hampshire Humane Society
Mission Statement:
New Hampshire Humane Society is all about second chances. We are dedicated to finding loving families for homeless pets and providing temporary shelter and care for lost or abandoned pets. We advocate for the humane and kind treatment of animals, each other and the environment. We offer educational programs, provide community services, promote responsible pet care, and we honor the human–animal bond. We work tirelessly to prevent cruelty to animals and work to forge a more humane and kind community.
Top Funding Sources:
An approximate breakdown includes donations from individuals (36%), special events (20%), foundations (37%) and corporations (7%). Our most significant funders include The Lewyt Charitable Foundation and The Elinor Patterson Baker Trust.
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1900
EMPLOYEES: 20
ANNUAL REVENUE: $1,200,000
Service Locations:
Our facility is located at 1305 Meredith Center Road in Laconia. Our services benefit the entire region and more than 400,000 New Hampshire residents, thanks to partnerships with municipalities and police departments.
Contact:
Charles Stanton
Executive Director
1305 Meredith Center Road Laconia, NH 03246 603-524-3252 charles@nhhumane.org www.nhhumane.org
Deb McNeish
President & Chair of Executive Committee
Retired, NH Public School Administrator
Jerry Kadish
2025 Goals:
In 2025, New Hampshire Humane Society will continue our expansion of services and lifesaving care. In partnership with the Bissell Pet Foundation, our My Best Friend Clinic will continue to evolve to offer affordable pet care to support even more of the region. We will increase activities of our National Rescue Project, which transports and saves homeless pets from euthanasia in overcrowded facilities throughout the country. With us, they find loving homes in New England. In partnership with the Lewyt Charitable Foundation, the Elinor Patterson Baker Trust, and the Humane Society of the United States, our team will continue to increase programs and services. That includes providing even more support for families seeking to adopt or who need help with the family pets they love. We have been and will continue to offer kind, compassionate, trusted support for pets and families who need us.
Fundraising Events:
Our lifesaving work is only possible at New Hampshire Humane Society with support from both businesses and community members. Sponsoring and attending our public events and supporting our community programs allows us to reach more families and more pets who need our help. 2025 events will include the return of our Second Chances Casino Night on January 25 at Mill Falls, the annual Be a Hero 5K Run/Walk in September 2025 at Castle In the Clouds, and New England’s official start of the golf season — our fifth annual Compassion Tournament in May 2025. We also host yoga sessions with kittens and a themed Lake Cruise in summer 2025. Find out more at nhhumane.org/events.
Giving Opportunities:
Supporting and attending our events is our favorite way to give, since it gives us the opportunity to thank you in person! If you would like another way to help, we always need simple things like crunchy cat treats, mini milk bones, small and soft dog training treats and a variety of other supplies. You can find an updated list of current needs on our website at nhhumane.org/donate. Financial support also ensures we can get the medication, surgical needs, as well as any special items required to get an animal back to health. With thousands of animals coming through our doors, the demands and needs are intense at times, and we are grateful for your help. For more information about how you can help, contact Kendra@nhhumane.org
Volunteer Opportunities:
We are constantly seeking volunteers to help with various tasks such as cleaning, walking dogs, providing love and attention to the animals, and supporting events and programs. Our main initiatives include: our volunteer and foster programs; the Telling Tails reading to pets program; our Dog for a Day canine socialization program; and Pets for Life, which provides door-to-door services to community families and their pets. Find out more at nhhumane.org/programs or email programs@ nhhumane.org.
Board Officers / Board Members
Nathan McShinsky Treasurer
Marketing Specialist, Eastern Propane & Oil
Suzanne Bryant
Vice President & Chair of Governance Committee
Beacon Payments and The Kadish Charitable Trust
Ashley Davis
Secretary Broker, Four Seasons Sotheby’s International Realty
Assessing Department Town of Meredith, NH
Jonathan Thurston General Manager North Water Marine
Capital Area Public Health Network at Granite United Way
Larissa Lezama Salcedo
Founder
Lezama Family Happy Tails Dog Park
Rachel Xavier Realtor
The Xavier Group
Samantha Durfee Director
New Hampshire Veterans Cemetery Association
New Hampshire Veterans Cemetery Association
Mission Statement:
Mission Statement:
The New Hampshire Veterans Cemetery Association supports the maintenance of the New Hampshire State Veterans Cemetery as a dignified final resting place that honors all veterans and eligible dependents, reflecting the state’s pride and gratitude for their service to both the state and the nation, while enhancing public awareness through ceremonial events and the Veterans Heritage Learning Center.
The New Hampshire Veterans Cemetery Association supports the maintenance of the New Hampshire State Veterans Cemetery as a dignified final resting place that honors all veterans and eligible dependents, reflecting the state’s pride and gratitude for their service to both the state and the nation, while enhancing public awareness through ceremonial events and the Veterans Heritage Learning Center.
Top Funding Sources: Individual Donors, Local Organizations, Corporate Donors & Sponsorships, and Events.
Top Funding Sources:
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2001 EMPLOYEES: 1
Individual Donors, Local Organizations, Corporate Donors and Sponsorships, and Events.
Service Locations:
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2006
EMPLOYEES: 1
New Hampshire State Veterans Cemetery 110 Daniel Webster Highway Boscawen, NH 03303
Service Locations:
Contact:
New Hampshire State Veterans Cemetery 110 Daniel Webster Highway Boscawen, NH 03303
NHVCA President PO Box 626 Concord, NH 03303 (603) 796-2026 president@nhvca.org www.nhvca.org/support
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2025 Goals:
2025 Goals:
The New Hampshire Veterans Cemetery Association is a dedicated nonprofit organization focused on enhancing the NH State Veterans Cemetery through charitable donations. We collaborate with the cemetery director to support various projects that enhance the cemetery’s facilities, services and educational offerings. Our goals in 2025 will be to continue our core mission to support the ongoing needs of the cemetery as it continues to expand. In the NH Veterans Heritage Learning Center, funding will support educational programming, community outreach and public awareness to ensure that our veterans continue to receive the respect and recognition they deserve.
The New Hampshire Veterans Cemetery Association is a dedicated nonprofit organization focused on enhancing the NH State Veterans Cemetery through charitable donations. We collaborate with the Cemetery Director to support various projects that enhance the cemetery's facilities, services, and educational offerings. Our goals in 2025 will be to continue our core mission to support the ongoing needs of the cemetery as it continues to expand. In the NH Veterans Heritage Learning Center, funding will support educational programming, community outreach, and public awareness to ensure that our veterans continue to receive the respect and recognition they deserve.
Fundraising Events:
Fundraising Events:
Every day presents a unique opportunity to honor our veterans and acknowledge their sacrifices. The NHVCA actively engages in various fundraising events throughout the year, including NH Gives, Giving Tuesday, and the Combined Federal Campaign.
Every day presents a unique opportunity to honor our veterans and acknowledge their sacrifices. The NHVCA actively engages in various fundraising events throughout the year, including NH GIVES, Giving Tuesday, and the Combined Federal Campaign.
Giving Opportunities:
Giving Opportunities:
Donations can be made online at nhvca.org. General donations are especially valuable, as they enable us to address unfunded needs at the cemetery. Donors may also alternately designate a gift specifically:
• Order memorial bricks, pavers or benches to commemorate a loved one
• Support educational programs at the Veterans Heritage Learning Center
• Contribute trees to the sound barrier, to reduce noise from the highway
Donations can be made online at nhvca.org. General donations are especially valuable, as they enable us to address unfunded needs at the cemetery. Donors may also alternately designate a gift specifically Order memorial bricks, pavers, or benches to commemorate a loved one Support educational programs at the Veterans Heritage Learning Center Contribute trees to the sound barrier, to reduce noise from the highway
Volunteer Opportunities:
Volunteer Opportunities:
There are various ways to support the cemetery. Community volunteers are encouraged to be part of our annual events which are posted at nhvca.com and facebook.com/ nhvca
• Memorial Day and Veteran’s Day Flag Adornment
• Wreath Laying in December
• Fall and Spring Cleanup
There are various ways to support the cemetery. Community volunteers are encouraged to be part of our annual events which are posted at nhvca.com and facebook.com/nhvca Memorial Day and Veteran’s Day Flag Adornment Wreath Laying in December Fall and Spring Cleanup Adopt-A-Garden 100 Nights of Remembrance Buglers
• Adopt-A-Garden
• 100 Nights of Remembrance Buglers
Those interested in volunteer and board opportunities please email info@nhsvc.com.
Those interested in volunteer and board opportunities, please email info@nhsvc.com.
Board Officers
Board Members
Board Officers / Board Members
Roy Hunter IV, USA Retired President Chief Finance Manager, NHARNG
COL Mike Horne, USAF Retired Vice President/Secretary Retired Director NHSVC, USAF/NHANG
Pamela Cooper Treasurer Accountant (Retired)
LTC Roy Hunter, IV
NHSCOT
Mission Statement:
Mission: To promote and preserve Scottish culture for future generations Vision: To be the gateway to all things Scottish.
Values: NHSCOT embraces the values of stewardship, education and hard work to build community and celebrate our culture.
Mission Advantage: NHSCOT delivers broad-reaching, year-round gatherings across generations of families and friends, in celebration of a shared sense of traditional and contemporary Scottish culture: music, arts, language, food and drink, and so much more!
Top Funding Sources:
Ticket Sales Grants
Donations Sponsorships Memberships
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1975
EMPLOYEES: 3 full time, 2 part time
ANNUAL REVENUE: $1,300,000
Service Locations: New Hampshire, New England and beyond
Contact:
Terri Wiltse
Executive Director
25 Triangle Park Drive, #4 Concord, NH 03301
603-229-1975
twiltse@nhscot.org www.nhscot.org
Joshua Auger President Manchester, NH
Mista McDonnell President Elect Manchester, NH
2025 Goals:
Expand our philanthropic program: create new audiences for our membership program; develop and establish a planned giving and major gifts program; grow corporate sponsorship by 10% annually; ramp up foundation grant program. Grow our year-round programming: focus on three marquee events to grow membership; develop programming to attract young families; find a new home for NHSCOT and our programming aside from the Highland Games.
Evaluate and enhance our brand: develop and implement a broad-range branding evaluation process; incorporate findings from evaluation to create a better marketing plan.
Fundraising Events:
NH Highland Games & Festival is NHSCOT’s signature event. Annually, it welcomes 37,000+ people to Loon Mountain Resort in Lincoln, NH, and generates a $10,000,000+ economic boost for the state and local communities. Festival attendees experience the spirit of Scotland distilled into a single weekend through a variety of offerings including live music, Scottish food and drink, heavy athletics, seminars, try-it classes, musical competitions and more.
Ring in the New Year at NHSCOT’s Hogmanay celebration, which features indoor and outdoor games, competitions, try-it classes, live music, warming fires, crowning of Hogmanay royalty and a “torch” parade which culminates with a Scottish First Footing and singing Auld Lang Syne.
Welcome Spring at NHSCOT’s Beltane. Live music is the star of this Celtic seasonal changeover event.
Giving Opportunities:
Donations, memberships, sponsorships, planned giving, major gifts
Volunteer Opportunities:
It takes an entire “clan” of volunteers to help plan and execute the many events NHSCOT hosts throughout the year. Clan MacCrew members log hundreds of hours helping NHSCOT set up the Highland Games, scanning tickets at Hogmanay, getting waivers signed for a try-it class, sitting on a committee and so many more opportunities.
Board Officers / Board Members
Scotty Langille Secretary Concord, NH
Michael D’Amante Treasurer New London, NH
Judy Bibbins Hopkinton, NH
Katherine Bourque Manchester, NH
Burnham Hall West Warwick, RI
Jeffrey Hopper Portsmouth, NH
Stacey Kallelis Pembroke, NH
Molly Norby Bristol, NH
Pope Memorial SPCA
Mission Statement:
We are dedicated to caring for abandoned and homeless pets, protecting and advocating for pets in need, and promoting the humane treatment of all animals.
Top Funding Sources:
Charitable Giving & Grants: 70%
Fees for Programs & Services: 27%
Endowment & Misc.: 3%
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1910
EMPLOYEES: 18
ANNUAL REVENUE: $965,000
Service Locations:
Our facility is located in Concord, NH, and we serve the surrounding county and beyond.
In the coming year, we will continue our work to provide shelter and care to every homeless pet that comes to us in need, adopt pets into loving homes and reunite strays with their owners. We also offer programs that prevent cruelty to animals through humane education as well as respond directly to concerns of abuse and neglect. In addition, we support local pet owners with low-cost pet health clinics and a pet food pantry.
Fundraising Events:
Dirty Paws 5k in April, Walk for the Animals in October, Frosty Paws 5k in November.
Giving Opportunities:
There are many mays to help homeless pets as well as support programs that prevent animal cruelty and promote a compassionate community for all. Ways to give include event sponsorships, program sponsorships, matching gifts, legacy gifts, memorial gifts, and donations of pet food and supplies.
Volunteer Opportunities:
Volunteers serve on our board of directors as well as assist in all aspects of our work, including direct care of homeless pets, daily activities in the shelter and our many programs and events. We provide orientations and ongoing training so volunteers can safely and efficiently assist with animals as well as facility projects, administrative and program assistance, fundraising events and community outreach.
Allyson Moore, Esq. Board President Sulloway & Hollis PLLC
Tom Heck, DVM Board Vice President Cilley Veterinary Clinic
Seacoast Science Center’s mission is to spark curiosity, enhance understanding and inspire conservation of our blue planet.
Top Funding Sources:
Museum Operations: 21%
Fundraising & Events: 63%
Grants & Educational Programs: 16%
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1992
EMPLOYEES: 25 year-round, 55 seasonal
ANNUAL REVENUE: $2,464,616
Service Locations:
Statewide & Regional
Contact:
Jim Chase
Executive Director
P.O. Box 570 570 Ocean Blvd. Rye, NH 03870-0570
603-436-8043
j.chase@sscnh.org www.seacoastsciencecenter.org
Richard Dumore, Chair Eversource (Retired)
Mark Wiley, Vice Chair
UNH Sea Grant/Cooperative Extension (Retired)
Linda Sanborn, Treasurer Baker, Newman, and Noyes
Allison McLean, Secretary Eversource
2025 Goals:
Seacoast Science Center (SSC) plays an integral role in providing marine science and conservation education in New Hampshire and its surrounding communities. SSC’s curriculum-based programs for schools and visitor experiences are interactive, personal and fun. As such, individuals who engage with SSC gain knowledge and motivation to continue learning about our natural environment and are inspired to preserve and protect our blue planet. In 2025, we will continue to advance these strategic priorities: 1) elevating our visitors’ experience by providing rich engagement opportunities that increase understanding of the natural world and our influence on it; 2) ensuring our museum and programs are accessible and welcoming to all; 3) providing program scholarships to individuals in need; 4) advancing our marine mammal conservation and education work; and 5) expanding our community (citizen) science opportunities.
Fundraising Events:
High-profile fundraising and community events are held throughout the year. Our 2025 calendar includes the Rescue Run: Race for Marine Mammals 5k trail run in Odiorne Point State Park; World Ocean Day Celebration; Music by the Sea Summer Concert Series; and BioBlitz, a daylong biological survey of Odiorne Point State Park. These ticketed, signature events provide corporate partnership opportunities as well as individual giving opportunities.
Giving Opportunities:
Seacoast Science Center cultivates financial and in-kind partnerships related to its programs, exhibits and events. These partnerships help us broaden our reach and support our core programs while providing brand exposure for corporate partners who demonstrate their commitment to conservation education. Individual gifts in support of our annual fund through our giving societies provide ongoing, critical funding. Planned gifts, major gifts and memorial gift programs are also available.
Volunteer Opportunities:
Seacoast Science Center was built on a strong foundation of volunteerism and the tradition continues. As educators and ambassadors, volunteers play an essential role in advancing the Center’s mission to inspire conservation of our blue planet. Volunteers deliver educational programs, serve as exhibit interpreters, help plan and facilitate community events, work on special projects, assist administrative staff and more. Last calendar year, 1,750 year-round and special project volunteers gave over 12,750 hours of their time, equating to 6.5 full-time staff members, valued at over $405,600.
Board Officers / Board Members
Tim Acquaviva
RM Davis
Katharine Brown
Early Childhood Educator (Retired)
John Diamond
New York Stock Exchange (Retired)
Kathryn Gill Drew
Merrill Lynch
Brian Fitzgerald
Digital Equipment Corporation (Retired)
Whitney Gagnon McLane Middleton, PA
James Glynn
Physical Sciences, Inc.
Terri Grijalva
Liberty Mutual Insurance (Retired)
Charles Potter
Entrepreneur
Reid Smith
David Wendell Associates
David White
Coordinated Transportation Solutions (Retired)
Brian Wilson (ex officio)
NH Parks and Recreation
Diane Foster (ex officio)
UNH School for Marine Science and Ocean Engineering
Allan Waterfield (emeritus)
University of Delaware (Retired)
SEE Science Center
Mission Statement:
To engage our community in the joyful, active exploration of science and innovation.
Top Funding Sources:
Gifts-in-Kind 33%
Admissions & Program Fees: 27%
Contributions & Grants: 18%
Fundraising: 15%
Memberships, Museum Store & Other: 7%
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1986
EMPLOYEES: 8 full time, 5 part time
ANNUAL REVENUE: $1,502,078
Service Locations:
The SEE Science Center serves families, schools and community groups in southern and central New Hampshire and northern Massachusetts. SEE also welcomes visitors from throughout the region, across the country and several foreign countries each year.
Contact:
Peter Gustafson
Deputy Director 200 Bedford St. Manchester, NH 03101 603-669-0400 pete@see-sciencecenter.org www.see-sciencecenter.org
2025 Goals:
SEE is looking forward to welcoming new volunteers in 2025 with new opportunities and easier onboarding. Building partnerships and hosting special events to welcome diverse audiences to our center will continue to be a priority. SEE will continue to participate in the Museums for All national initiative to offer families who are WIC/ SNAP/EBT cardholders reduced admission. Behind the scenes, SEE will be working on the construction of new exhibits which will debut in 2025 and 2026.
Fundraising Events:
SEE hosts several fundraising events annually: The Champagne Putt is a mini-golf tournament which will be held at SEE April 2 and 3, 2025. A traditional golf tournament will be held on June 20, and SEE Celebrates: A Night of Giving & Discovery, an invitation-only gala hosted by SEE founder Dean Kamen is scheduled for early fall. SEE also hosts an annual Kickoff to Summer event for families with a week of themed activities at the Science Center. Sponsorship is available at various levels for all events.
Giving Opportunities:
SEE welcomes support from individuals and businesses in the community and contributions may be made on the SEE website, by mail or by phone. SEE accepts unrestricted donations, exhibit sponsorships, Inclusion Initiative contributions (benefiting underserved communities), and major, planned or in-kind gifts. Individuals donating $1,000 or more annually are recognized as Satellite donors with special events and recognition.
Volunteer Opportunities:
There are many ways that individuals, companies and organizations can help SEE continue to be an asset to the community. Volunteer opportunities are listed on the SEE website and can be discussed by calling SEE.
Board Officers / Board Members
Jo Hendry Chair Retired Science EducatorBedford
Roy Tilsley, Esq. Vice Chair Bernstein-Shur
Brendan Duffy Treasurer DEKA Research and Development
Matt Vlangas Secretary Downtown Realty
Rachel Ballatori Mill + Co., LLC
Jeff Benson Service Credit Union
Jillian Corey High School Curriculum Director, Manchester SAU
Adam Johnston NBT Bank
Natalie Jutras Bank of New England
Todd Kaplan PhD Northeastern University
Flo Nicolas DEI Directive, Get Tech Smart TV Show
Kaelyn Sullivan York IE
Bob Tuttle 1848 Associates
Mike Veilleux York IE
Susan Wheel Merrill Lynch
Squam Lakes Natural Science Center
Mission Statement:
The mission of Squam Lakes Natural Science Center is to advance understanding of ecology by exploring New Hampshire’s natural world.
Top Funding Sources:
The Science Center relies on philanthropic support from individuals, businesses, foundations and others for generous contributions. Other sources of revenue are through trail admission, lake cruise fees, membership fees, program fees.
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1966
EMPLOYEES: 28 full, 8 part time, 26 seasonal ANNUAL REVENUE: $3,059,373
Service Locations:
Squam Lakes Natural Science Center’s 210-acre campus is at 23 Science Center Road. Squam Lake Cruises depart from Lake Cruise Headquarters directly across from the Science Center on Route 113. Our education outreach programs reach schools throughout New Hampshire.
Contact:
23 Science Center Road
P.O. Box 173
Holderness, NH 03780 603-968-7194
info@nhnature.org www.nhnature.org
Lisa V. Bennett
Vice Chair
Anne R. Lovett
Treasurer
Lisa Doner
Secretary
2025 Goals:
Since 1966, Squam Lakes Natural Science Center has educated and enlightened visitors about the importance of our natural world through spectacular live animal exhibits, natural science education programs, guided Squam Lake Cruises, an informal botanical garden, and Blue Heron School, a nature-based Montessori early learning center. Our 2022-2026 Strategic Plan has four top priorities:
• Our Animals: Being topnotch stewards
• Our Planet: Addressing Climate Change
• Our People: Nature for All
• Our Future: Building the Science Center’s financial strength
We work every day to achieve these goals to continue to make Squam Lakes Natural Science Center the best it can be.
Fundraising Events:
Squam Lakes Natural Science Center holds a variety of public events to bring people nearer to nature throughout the year. The Science Center also holds two higher-profile fundraising events during the summer: the Family Picnic in July and the Garden Party in August. The Family Picnic is a family-friendly fun, casual evening with food trucks, animal programs, games, live music and more. The Garden Party is an upscale cocktail party for Science Center enthusiasts held at beautiful Kirkwood Gardens.
Giving Opportunities:
There are many ways to support Squam Lakes Natural Science Center. We welcome donations from individuals, businesses and foundations to help further our mission. We also partner with businesses to sponsor specific programs, exhibits and events. These partnerships provide benefits to the businesses in reaching 68,000 trail visitors and nearly 10,000 lake cruise participants. Additional support can be through in-kind donations related to our specific needs. More information is at nhnature.org/support.
Volunteer Opportunities:
Volunteering at Squam Lakes Natural Science Center presents opportunities for volunteers to learn something new, meet interesting people, and share talents and skills. Squam Lakes Natural Science Center relies on hundred of volunteers to assist in many areas including Animal Care, Docents, Exhibits and Maintenance, First Guides, Greeters, Group Volunteers, Kirkwood Gardens, Lake Education, Administrative, and Special Events.
Board Officers / Board Members
Brent Anderson
Lisa Aulet, Ed.D.
Kevin Barrett
Cathy Denious
Ann Ehrhart
Martha Grant
Barbara Nan Grossman
Michelle Janosa
Susan Lynch
David Murphy
Geoffrey Stewart
Carol Stone
Sarah Brown Chair
Tory Amorello
Diane Garfield
Cris Salomon
Frank B. Stevens
Swim With A Mission (SWAM)
Mission Statement:
Our mission is to be a sustainable and successful nonprofit that harnesses the creativity and networks of its principal supporters to raise money to strengthen and support worthy organizations that service, support and honor our Veterans.
Top Funding Sources:
Annual fundraising events
Corporate and individual sponsorships
Swimmer crowdfunding Individual donors
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2017
EMPLOYEES: 2
ANNUAL REVENUE: $2,700,000
Service Locations:
We hold our events in various locations in NH.
Contact:
Julie Taub
Co-founder and Executive Director 1 Hardy Road, #127 Bedford, NH 03110 info@swam.org www.swam.org
2025 Goals:
1. Raise money and donate strategically to worthy organizations that provide services and support to Veterans. Money is raised through different initiatives and events.
2. Address key issues affecting NH’s Veterans, including reducing suicide, improving mental health, affordable housing and helping Veterans find services.
3. Educate the public on issues facing Veterans with campaigns to reduce the stigma around mental health issues, explaining the sacrifices of Veterans and their families through our book and our Never Forget campaign and publishing a community impact report.
4. Honor and remember our fallen heroes from NH. Never forget!
Fundraising Events:
SWAM fundraises throughout the year, but our annual signature events are being held July 11 and 12, in partnership with a group of U.S. Navy SEALs, including a corporate team-building paintball event with the U.S. Navy SEALs, open-water swim races across Newfound Lake and SWAM’s Annual Navy SEAL Gold Star Family Tribute Dinner and Auction. SWAM partners with Camp Resilience on a fitness challenge led by U.S. Army Special Forces Green Beret Soldiers called Green Beret With A Mission Challenge each June. We have added two other events, Fish With A Mission, a tuna tournament July 27 - 31, and Ride With A Mission, a motorcycle ride on September 13. We also have our own book, “Portraits of Sacrifice and Bravery,” which highlights 55 Veterans from NH, for sale on our website and at our events as well as Never Forget plaques to honor our fallen heroes from NH. We are also proud to have corporate and individual sponsorships. More information about the sponsorships, our featured events and other events throughout the year can be found at www.SWAM.org.
Giving Opportunities:
Over the last eight years, we have successfully raised over $15.5 million and have been able to help tens of thousands of Veterans both in NH and around the U.S. We have done this through individual donors as well as corporate and individual sponsorships. There are many opportunities for those that want to support our mission through sponsorships and donations. SWAM is the only organization that has a direct view of the entire local Veteran community and so is able to assess each year where the most acute needs are in the Veteran community and support them.
Volunteer Opportunities:
It takes a village to run our events and get the word out about SWAM. We also welcome volunteers to host events which benefit SWAM, help us get the word out, sell our Never Forget plaques and more. Whatever the capabilities, interests, schedule, talents, there is a volunteer opportunity for you.
Board Officers / Board Members
Philip Taub Board Chair and Co-founder Nixon Peabody LLP
Mark Aquilino Outdoor Pride Landscape & Snow Management Kelly Ayotte Former U.S. Senator
Talarico
Mazzella
Todd Wheatley Candor Realty
Tri-County Community Action Program, Inc.
Mission Statement:
Tri-County Community Action Program provides opportunities to strengthen communities by improving the lives of low- to moderate-income families and individuals.
Top Funding Sources:
State and federal grants
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1965
EMPLOYEES: 230
ANNUAL REVENUE: $43,883,584
SERVICE LOCATIONS:
Coös, Carroll and Grafton counties
Contact:
Jeanne Robillard Chief Executive Officer
30 Exchange St. Berlin, NH 03570 888-648-2227
businessoffice@tccap.org www.tccap.org
2025 Goals:
For FY 2025, Tri-County CAP is committed to enhancing our user experience. We’ve upgraded our agency-wide database to a system to support a universal pre-screening assessment. This assessment is available on our website (which is also being redesigned for greater accessibility) and informs community members which of the 14 programs and 50+ services we administer that they may qualify for. Additionally, it offers a closed-loop inter-program referral process.
We have also launched a new initiative featuring boots-on-the-ground Community Action Resource Coordinators (CARC). These positions cover each of the counties and serve as a resource for community members and potential users, providing information, education and connections to not only our programs but also other services in the community that can assist them.
We are also expanding the service of TCCAP Connect, our satellite internet-equipped mobile office, which provides in-person services to rural communities throughout Coös County.
Fundraising Events:
This year is the 60th Anniversary of Tri-County Community Action Program, Inc., and we’re planning many community events to celebrate.
Giving Opportunities:
We participate in Giving Tuesday and have a donate button on our website. One donation supports all 14 of the programs we offer. We are also a Granite United Way partner.
Volunteer Opportunities:
All of our programs have volunteer opportunities. It is possible to volunteer with seniors, young children, distributing food to local pantries, providing transportation, support our homeless work or helping another nonprofit.
Board Officers / Board Members
Sandy Alonzo Board Chair
Ruth
Brian
Linda
Jared
Volunteer NH
Mission Statement:
Volunteer NH envisions our state as a place where people volunteer together to build strong and connected communities. We bring our vision to life by engaging those communities to solve local challenges through volunteerism.
Top Funding Sources:
Nearly all of our annual funding comes from federal grants through the AmeriCorps agency.
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2000
EMPLOYEES: 7
ANNUAL REVENUE: $2,773,061
Service Locations:
Our office is located in Concord, but we provide resources and services to individuals, groups and nonprofits throughout New Hampshire.
Contact:
Gretchen Stallings
Executive Director
117 Pleasant St., Dolloff Building, 4th Floor Concord, NH 03301
603-271-7200
gretchen@volunteernh.org www.volunteernh.org
Greg Lange Co-chair
The Derryfield School
Ally Snell Co-chair
The Nature Conservancy
Guy Eaton Vice Chair Retired
2025 Goals:
As identified in our State Service Plan, we aim to raise visibility for our programs and resources focused on our highest areas of need: mental health and wellness, food security and affordable housing.
We will also support and expand volunteer programs through our mini-grant and cohort funding opportunities to enhance capacity and outreach. Additionally, as the AmeriCorps State Commission office, we are actively recruiting individuals to fill critical service roles in our AmeriCorps programs. These programs continue to address our communities’ top pressing needs while offering AmeriCorps service as a career pathway through providing individuals with training, post-secondary education awards, and connections to local employment opportunities.
Fundraising Events:
Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism
Taking place in late May, this event provides nonprofit leaders with professional development opportunities, resources and training to build capacity and strengthen volunteer programs and networks across the state. Attended by hundreds of nonprofit professionals, this conference enhances skills, sparks collaboration and offers solutions to the challenges facing New Hampshire’s volunteer sector.
Spirit of NH Awards
Held in October, this annual awards ceremony honors outstanding volunteers, businesses, nonprofits and educational institutions that make a significant impact in their communities. By recognizing the selfless contributions of individuals and groups, we not only provide a platform for volunteers to be publicly recognized for their service, but also inspire others to give back and foster a deeper culture of volunteerism throughout the Granite State. While Volunteer NH does not aim to make a profit on these events, financial and in-kind support helps cover operational expenses and keeps the cost of attendance low (or even free) for participants.
Giving Opportunities:
Contribute to our work by making a general donation or supporting specific initiatives at volunteernh.org/donate.
Volunteer Opportunities:
Gabe Paci Treasurer Retired
Chandley
Both the Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism and Spirit of NH Awards are supported by committees of volunteers from throughout New Hampshire that meet monthly over Zoom, and also provide in-person volunteer support at each event. The planning period for the Governor’s Conference runs roughly from January-June, while for the Spirit of NH Awards it’s roughly July-November. Email info@volunteernh.org to get involved. Additionally, Volunteer NH hosts Get Connected, an online volunteer match platform serving all of New Hampshire. Volunteers use Get Connected to find nearby opportunities that fit their interests and schedules. Nonprofits use it to attract, manage and report on volunteer activities in their organizations. Opportunities are searchable by location, organization and/or focus area (such as education, disaster relief, etc.). Visit volunteernh.galaxydigital.com to get started.
Board Officers / Board Members
Aarron Dupuis Campus Compact for New Hampshire
Senator Shannon
NH State Senator
Christopher Collins Office of the Governor
Steve Epstein Retired
Kirsten Farrell
Southern New Hampshire University: The Chandler Center
University
Jessica Kallipolites
NH Office of Professional Licensure and Certification
Stephanie Lesperance
Campus Compact for New Hampshire
Rep. David Milz
NH House of Representatives
Anne Ostberg
Northeast AmeriCorps Office
Jack Potvin
Project Happy
Madison Hawkes Rivier
Waypoint NH
Mission Statement:
Waypoint’s mission is empowering people of all ages through an array of human services and advocacy.
Top Funding Sources:
State, federal and local grants, private foundation gifts, program service fees, individual donations, event income and endowment income.
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1850
EMPLOYEES: 315
ANNUAL REVENUE: $20,000,000
Service Locations: Statewide
Contact:
Cindy Stewart
Director of Development
464 Chestnut St. Manchester, NH 03101
603-313-5624
stewartc@waypointnh.org waypointnh.org
Mark Rouvalis, Esq.
Chair
Director, Litigation Department
McLane Middleton
Jen Stebbins Thomas
Vice Chair
Managing Director, Owner/Partner
PROCON/XSS Hotels
Melissa Biron
Treasurer Senior Manager
Nathan Wechsler & Company
2025 Goals:
Strategic Initiatives:
1) Provide quality services to clients, understand the environment we work and live in, promote community engagement with partners and advocacy.
2) Create a dynamic, engaged workforce and inclusive learning environment that focuses on people first.
3) Focus on financial stability, fiscal vibrancy and growth of assets.
4) Deliver outcomes through services, advocacy and collaboration with an emphasis on prevention.
Fundraising Events:
SleepOut: A night in March to raise awareness and funds to end youth homelessness. Touch-a-Truck: A fun event where children can explore different trucks and vehicles. Supports our Early Childhood and Family Support Services.
Giving Opportunities:
Waypoint is fueled by charity and relies on support from individuals, corporations, foundations, organizations and special events. If you are interested in supporting Waypoint, contact our development office at 603-518-4205, or visit waypointnh.org.
Volunteer Opportunities:
Waypoint offers many high-impact, low-investment volunteer opportunities for companies to engage in a community project and support our work with children and families. Teach a skill-building workshop for youth or families. Host a clothing, food or personal care item drive. Craft your own fund or item drive to help seniors in home care, youth experiencing homelessness, or children and families. Advisory Board: Serve on a local advisory board to help forward the mission of Waypoint. Serve as an advocate, ambassador, fundraiser and partner with Waypoint to help raise awareness of social issues and develop community resources to address them. SleepOut: raise funds and recruit friends to do the same to help youth who are experiencing homelessness.
Board of Trustees
Janet Ackerman
Retired Commercial Lender
T.D. Bank
Jennifer Cassin
Vice President/Chief Nursing Officer
Catholic Medical Center
Bill Conrad
Chief Operating Officer
Prime Source Foods
Helen Crowe
Child Psychologist
Rob Dapice
Executive Director/CEO
New Hampshire Housing
Jane Gile
Retired Director, Human Resources
City of Manchester
Emily Hammond Human Resources Executive
Marc Lubelczyk
Senior Vice President Citizens
Marilyn Mahoney
Founding Member/Partner (retired)
Harvey & Mahoney Law Offices
Holly Mintz
Vice President, Chief Medical Officer
Elliot Health System
Zachary Palmer
Enterprise Development Officer
Strafford Economic Development Corporation
Borja Alvarez de Toledo President/CEO Waypoint
Webster House Children’s Home
Mission Statement:
To provide a safe, supportive home for children who are unable to live at home primarily for reasons of abuse, neglect or difficulties in the community.
Top Funding Sources:
State of NH, Granite State Poker Alliance, Cogswell Benevolent Trust, M&T Bank, the Madelaine G. von Weber Trust, the McIninch Foundation, the Samuel P. Hunt Foundation, the Anthony and Gladys Sakowich Foundation, Accurate Air, Inc., Coca-Cola Northeast, Bangor Savings Bank, The Rowley Agency, SNHU, Kiwanis Club of Manchester, Elliot Hospital, FEEDNH.org, Bishop’s Charitable Assistance Fund, Longchamps Electric Inc., and the Emily Landecker Foundation.
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1884
EMPLOYEES: 35
ANNUAL REVENUE: $2,490,966
Service Locations:
We are located in Manchester but serve children from all over New Hampshire.
Contact:
Michelle O’Malley CEO 135 Webster St. Manchester, NH 03104 603-622-8013
