NEWS & EVENTS
Join 2-1-1 NH as a Resource Database Specialist
Granite United Way is currently seeking a Resource Database Specialist to join our team at 2-1-1 NH.Interested candidates should forward their resume and cover letter to hr@graniteuw.org. Granite United Way is an equal opportunity employer.To view the full job description, click on the link below. read more
Win a Cruise to Bermuda
12 CHANCES TO WIN THIS YEARMake a pledge of AT LEAST $3 PER WEEK ($156 per year) or more, and you're eligible to win some great prizes! 4 tickets for the 2019 season to ride the Mt. Washington Cog Railway 4 Tickets to a… read more
Granite United Way Opens 2019 Process
Granite United Way's Qualified Partner application and Request for Proposals has closed October 30, 2018. Thank you to all of the organizations that submitted proposals. Our local volunteers will be reviewing them over the next several months.Agencies with specific questions should reach out to their regional contacts:Central Region: read more
Record Breaking Day of Caring
Throughout September Granite United Way hosted six regional Day of Caring events, with over 3,000 individuals participating in projects across New Hampshire and Vermont.Thank you to all of the volunteer who rolled up their sleeves to help during this year's effort. Mark your calendars for September 2019 - we're… read more
The Upper Valley Works Together to Help Neighbors
There are examples of communities coming together across New Hampshire and Vermont every day. But this spirit of community is even greater when there is an emergency or natural crisis. One of the prime examples of this can be found in our Upper Valley region. In August of 2011, Hurricane… read more
Emergency Response Manual Will Prepare NH Towns For Local Shelter Operation Needs
Imagine a massive ice storm comes to town. Trees and branches knock down power lines, the roads are hazardous, and it will take days or even weeks for power to be fully restored to most of your community. It is dangerously cold, placing people and animals at risk of freezing… read more
Variety of Emergency Preparedness Trainings Offered in Carroll County through C3PH
It’s often said that “luck favors the prepared” and the Carroll County Coalition for Public Health (C3PH) is working to prepare the public. Through Public Health Emergency Preparedness (PHEP) the Coalition works with emergency responders, healthcare partners, and concerned citizens to ensure that regular trainings and exercises are offered to… read more
The South Central Public Health Network's Emergency Preparedness Task Force
Granite United Way's South Central Public Health Network (SCPHN) is a collaboration of five partner agencies that work together to improve the health and safety of community members spanning across ten towns in the south central region of New Hampshire.The SCPHN promotes Public Health Emergency Preparedness (PHEP),… read more
Lincoln Financial Group's Long-time Commitment to Volunteerism
We are so grateful for our friends at Lincoln Financial Group who have been longtime partners when it comes to volunteerism and giving back to the community!During the annual United Way Days of Caring, hundreds of Lincoln Financial Group employees, across the company’s six key cities, volunteer their time at… read more
Join Granite United Way - We are seeking a Director Individual & Planned Giving
It's a great time to join Granite United Way! We currently have an opening for a Director of Individual & Planned Giving. A full job description can be viewed in the link below.This dynamic role is a full time position. Interested candidates should email a cover letter and resume… read more
Volunteer for Day of Caring!
Day of Caring is about mobilizing the caring power of people in our community. We have volunteer opportunities available at each of our Day of Caring events! Click on the links below to volunteer!Regional Dates:Wednesday, September 5: Merrimack County & Southern Region Merrimack County… read more
Pleasant Street School Engages Students in Volunteerism
Day of Caring plays a special role in our Central Region community. Over the past couple of years, one school has taken this volunteer event to the next level. During Granite United Way's 2016 Day of Caring event, Pleasant Street School made a name for themselves by engaging every… read more
Granite United Way Seeks Director of Public Health
Granite United Way is currently seeking a Director of Public Health. This full time position will be based in our Merrimack County office. For a full job description click the link below.Interested candidates should email their resume and cover letter to hr@graniteuw.org. Granite United Way is an equal… read more
Littleton Senior Center Hosts Thank You Breakfast for Day of Caring Volunteers
Community is everything to the Littleton Area Senior Center staff and its participants. So much so, that for the past three years, the Senior Center has graciously hosted our North Country Day of Caring volunteer breakfast celebration at their facility."The first year that we were involved [in Day of Caring],… read more
Voices from the Upper Valley: Firsthand Day of Caring Experiences
Day of Caring has been a long-time tradition in Granite United Way's Upper Valley region. Each year our volunteers get to see first hand the great work local nonprofits are doing. Day of Caring leaves our volunteers feeling happy and excited knowing that they are giving back to their community. Below is a sampling of… read more
Rachel Maxwell Promoted to Area Director in Merrimack County
Granite United Way recently announced that Rachel Maxwell has been promoted to Area Director in Merrimack County.In her role as Area Director for Merrimack County, Maxwell will be leading the efforts in that region and will be working closely with Granite United Way’s Resource Development and Community Impact teams… read more
Scoop Welch Promoted to Vice President of Regional Operations
Granite United Way proudly announces that Scoop Welch has been promoted to Vice President of Regional Operations.In her role as Vice President of Regional Operations, Welch will oversee Area Directors and Area Managers throughout Granite United Way and be the lead in the Central Region. She will also work… read more
5th Annual Run United 5K
The 5th Annual Run United 5K took place on Thursday, August 2, 2018 on the campus of Northeast Delta Dental in Concord. Runners and walkers braved the humidity and made it a great time for everyone participating!Thank you to Northeast Delta Dental and Lincoln Financial Group for founding this… read more
Groundbreaking Funding For Youth in the Southern Region
Granite United Way’s volunteer-led Southern Region Community Impact Committee and the Norwin and Elizabeth Bean Foundation announced on Thursday morning their decision to fund the innovative, three-year youth-focused programs that were part of the Youth Enrichment RFP, a special request for proposal process. Nearly $1.5 million will be distributed… read more
All Day of Caring Dates Announced
Day of Caring is about mobilizing the caring power of people in our community. Give an hour. Give a day. Give your best. We all have special talents. When we reach out a hand to one, we influence the condition of all. Whether it’s washing windows, painting, fence repair or… read more