NEWS & EVENTS
Warm Coats During Cold Weather Snap
With temperatures hitting bitter lows, we all recognize the importance of a warm coat. Hundreds of individuals and children across the Greater Seacoast Region are facing the cold weather in a warm winter coat this year thanks to a partnership between iHeartMedia, Cleary Cleaners, Holy Rosary…read more
Connecting Community Partners to Help Those in Need
The holidays are an exciting time for many of us. Visiting with family, shopping, receiving gifts, and decorating our homes are all traditions to look forward to. Unfortunately, the struggles that people face day-to-day don’t pause during the holiday season. Holiday giving programs throughout our community…read more
BankProv: Supporting Youth in our Communities
BankProv, previously known as The Provident Bank, has been around for nearly 200 years. As the 10th oldest bank in the country, they have remained a strong partner within the community and value giving back to strengthen their neighbors.BankProv partners with Granite United Way in…read more
HomeHelpNH providing at-risk renters and homeowners with resources
HomeHelpNH provides at-risk renters and homeowners with resources to help them find the best resolution for their housing situation. They provide access to free, professional, objective homeownership counseling and, for those who qualify, free or low-cost legal advice.The HomeHelpNH network of counselors…read more
Help support those impacted by the tornadoes in Kentucky and Tennessee
Following the devastation of the tornadoes in Kentucky, Tennessee, and other areas, many are looking for ways to help the families who have lost loved ones and have been impacted.The United Way organizations in Kentucky and Tennessee have set up funds to support short-term and long-term recovery efforts, and…read more
Network of providers bridge the gap to resources in Merrimack County
Concord Connections is a network of early childhood providers in the greater Concord area. This group meets monthly to discuss gaps and barriers their families face, as well as to brainstorm solutions to making their services more accessible to families. Starting as a very small group…read more
UNH Extension RADIUS publication features Youth Enrichment Partnership
STEM is for EveryoneThe UNH Extension featured Granite United Way's Youth Enrichment Partnership in its Issue 6 of RADIUS publication this year. The piece focused on the STEM partnerships across the community, creating equitable learning experiences for students. You can view the full publication here - the "STEM…read more
Larissa Baia: Volunteer and Advocate for Education in the Central Region
Granite United Way’s volunteers contribute their time in different ways. Some serve on our many Boards, hold food drives at their workplaces, or participate in our Days of Caring. No matter how much time you choose to give, volunteering is an important and easy way to…read more
Why Giving Through an IRA Charitable Rollover May Be Right for You
Gary Shirk was introduced to United Way back in 1994 when he first moved to New Hampshire. Almost a year later, Shirk was responsible for running the United Way campaign at his place of work. As years passed, he’s continued to serve the United Way on…read more
Partnering to Put Food on Tables in the North Country
The global COVID-19 pandemic has affected everyone in one way or the other. Many of us spent months away from friends and family, lost jobs, dealt with sickness, and mourned the loss of loved ones. In the North Country, food insecurity is something the community has…read more
Granite United Way and Greater Seacoast Announce Alignment
Strengthening communities has never been more important, making this the optimal time for Granite United Way and the Greater Seacoast Region to officially align service areas; with the mutual goal of increasing impact both locally and across the state. This week, the Boards of Directors from both Granite United Way…read more
Should You Borrow or Take a Distribution from Your 401(k)?
Written by Merrill a Bank of America Company Before borrowing from your 401k, you might want to consider alternatives first. In this article, Bank of America explains why and how. When there’s a sudden need for a substantial amount of cash, many people think…read more
Enrichment opportunities Help Youth Stay on Track
One of the greatest worries of parents and educators is that their children have fallen behind educationally and socially post-pandemic. Enrichment opportunities such as the UNH STEM Discovery Lab offer programs to help youth stay on track. The UNH STEM Discovery Lab is a program that…read more
Money Sense, How do you want to be remembered?
Use these tips from Bank of America to put plans in place that can help protect your family and secure your legacy.Less than one in five Americans have prepared a will, advance health-care directive or durable power of attorney, even though most acknowledge that…read more
Granite United Way Announces New Board Members 2021
Granite United Way is the single largest United Way in New Hampshire. It serves more than 80% of the state and Windsor County, Vermont. The organization covers the Southern Region, Merrimack County, Central Region, Upper Valley, North Country and the Northern Region of the…read more
Make a Gift That Keeps on Giving
Are you looking for a simple, flexible tool that allows you to manage and maximize your giving to support the causes that matter most to you? Are you interested in a way to simplify your annual and lifetime charitable giving?If you answered yes, you should…read more
Granite United Way Volunteer Days Support Nonprofits Across the State
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact our communities, volunteers across the state are eager to offer help to local nonprofits. In lieu of its annual Day of Caring, Granite United Way coordinated ‘Volunteer Days’ throughout its regions to offer safe group projects. …read more
Helping Kids Get Back to Summer Camp
Last year, most summer camps in New Hampshire were shut down due to COVID-19 restrictions. This had a tremendous impact on the quality of our children’s summer vacation, but also on the work schedule of many parents who had to seek other forms of childcare. This year,…read more
Providing Youth Support While Kicking Off a New School Year
After over a year of isolation, students are transitioning back to their classrooms. Having missed out on experiences such as playing sports, making friends, field trips and much more, this transition will be different for each student.Granite United Way’s Youth Enrichment Partnership…read more
Give Your IRA a Vacation
Last year Congress gave your IRA a much-needed vacation. No one had to make a required minimum distribution (RMD) from their IRAs. You may be one of those who enjoyed giving your required minimum distribution a year-long break.Everyone loves a vacation, so why not give your…read more