NEWS & EVENTS
Northern NH Supports its Residents with Food Distribution During COVID-19
When COVID-19 hit New Hampshire, Laura Boucher, Granite United Way's Northern Region Area Manager, immediately looked to see what she could do to help get food distributed locally. She partnered with the Feeding Hope Food Pantry and Community Cafe to assist the families in the region during the outbreak and mandatory shutdown. Both…read more
Granite United Way is Seeking 211 NH Information & Referral Specialists
It's a great time to join Granite United Way! We are currently seeking two Information and Referral Specialists for our 211 NH team!A full job description can be found in the link below. Interested candidates should forward their resume and cover letter to hr@graniteuw.org. …read more
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Donates to COVID-19 Relief Funds Across NH
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Commits $415,000 to COVID-19 Relief Efforts in New HampshireFunding will help address food insecurity and COVID-19 emergency response efforts in the Granite StateAs part of its continuing efforts to support communities impacted by COVID-19, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in New…read more
A message from our Board Chair and CEO
Granite United Way’s Board Chair and CEO statement on equity and access to justice Granite United Way believes all individuals are entitled to be treated with dignity and respect – this includes equal treatment and access to justice. We recognize lack of opportunities and structural racism negatively impacts mental,…read more
Thanking Outgoing Board Members
Volunteer leadership is essential to Granite United Way’s success, and we have had the great fortune of working with some incredible individuals over the years. This year several of our most active Board Members will be terming off, and we want to thank them for their dedication to our community.…read more
Granite United Way COVID-19 Donations Support Local Youth in the Central Region
Granite United Way’s COVID-19 Relief Fund has been supporting youth in the Central Region, including the GOT LUNCH! Laconia program, a grassroots organization focused on feeding children in Laconia. The Samuel P. Pardoe Foundation directed $70,000 of their $100,000 donation to support nonprofit organizations in the Central Region. This support…read more
Your Donations Made a Difference For Those Directly Impacted by COVID-19
Throughout our communities, COVID-19 has not only impacted the health of our residents, but it has also created financial hardships for thousands of households. Granite United Way’s COVID-19 Relief Fund was designed to help individuals and families get connected to resources to address the financial needs they couldn’t have anticipated…read more
Keeping Our Communities Safe with Personal Protective Equipment
Granite United Way was proud to be a partner in helping residents secure protective face masks. Distribution efforts included volunteers working with local malls, supporters, and service clubs.When personal protective masks were needed as Simon Malls began to reopen, Granite United Way’s Public Health Network teams procured 100,000 masks…read more
Whole Village Family Resource Center Helps Get Food Out Into The Community
On May 16th, 2020 The NH Food Bank and the NH National Guard distributed over 43,000 pounds of food in Plymouth and were able to provide 36,122 meals for the community.Whole Village Family Resource Center (an initiative of Granite United Way) Director Susan Amburg, Plymouth…read more
Granite United Way Invests $10,000 in Support of the Local Hospitality Industry
Just a few short months ago, none of us could have imagined a world where dining out at our favorite restaurants would be impossible, or that we would be canceling hotel plans for April vacations. As the COVID-19 pandemic swept through our communities, one of the first groups impacted were…read more
211 NH - Help is Only One Call Away
Where do I call for help? Where can I get the most up-to-date information?A call to 211 NH has been the answer for years, but even more so during the COVID-19 pandemic.In early March, Governor Sununu directed New Hampshire residents to call 211…read more
Local Food Pantries Receive First Wave of COVID-19 Relief Funding
Now more than ever we are hearing about addressing basic needs.Our community partners let us know that people are concerned about feeding themselves and their families. With that knowledge and a strong and well-coordinated network of social services agencies Granite United Way chose to send the first wave…read more
Free Tax Prep Goes VIRTUAL during COVID-19
To file your 2019 taxes virtually before July 15th, call 211 to set…read more
8 Ways to Say Thank You
8 Ways to Say Thank YouThere are many ways to say thank you. Below are some ideas our staff put together. Choose one – or more– so our frontline workers can know how much our community appreciates them! If you have other ideas let us know by emailing info@graniteuw.org…read more
What Can We Do to Help? Stebbins Family Partnering with Granite United Way During COVID-19
When the COVID-19 pandemic began sweeping through New Hampshire, Mark and Sally Stebbins, owners of PROCON, called Patrick Tufts, President and CEO of Granite United Way, and said “What can we do to help?” Tufts had already been hearing about the immediate needs New Hampshire residents were facing.…read more
Expanding Literacy Skills Online During COVID-19
When Manchester schools had to pivot to an online learning platform as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, Granite United Way was there to help bring additional support. Earlier this year, Granite United Way was able to expand the Reading Plus® program into Middle Schools thanks to a…read more
VITA Calls to 211
Due to COVID-19, all VITA walk-in locations are closed until further notice and all VITA returns will be completed virtually. Virtual VITA allows taxpayers to have their returns prepared safely, accurately, and remotely. There is no in-person contact; email, phone, and other electronic means are…read more
Granite United Way's Response to COVID-19
Across New Hampshire and Windsor County, Vermont, 1 in 4 families struggle to afford their basic needs. One minor issue can create a major financial hardship. With the COVID-19 in our communities, these families are, particularly in danger. One missed paycheck can be catastrophic.Granite United Way is…read more
Governor's Address Recognizes Granite United Way and Patrick Tufts
New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu gave his State of the State address on Thursday, Feburary 13, 2020. During his speech, he recognized Granite United Way and its President and CEO, Patrick Tufts, for the work being done in the area of prevention, recovery and treatment of substance misuse. Patrick currently…read more
The Power of Reading
Thanks to Wells Fargo, three of Manchester’s middle schools have been given the gift of improving literacy skills for their students. Wells Fargo generously committed to a three-year, $105,000 partnership to Reading Plus for all students at Hillside, McLaughlin and South Side Middle Schools. Due to this…read more