NEWS & EVENTS
Joint Message from Granite United Way and United Way of Massachusetts Bay and Merrimack Valley
The Boards of Directors of Granite United Way and United Way of Massachusetts Bay and Merrimack Valley and the United Way of the Greater Seacoast Regional Advisory Board today announced they are mutually exploring a natural realignment, based on state lines, of the service area of United Way of the… read more
Littleton Food Co-op Helps Raise and Distribute COVID-19 Funds in the North Country
The Littleton Food Co-op, a Granite United Way community partner, is a community-owned market in Littleton, NH. The market came to be in 2009 when the community had a need for locally grown and made products, but still wanted the full grocery store shopping experience.Along with… read more
Central Region Challenge Match Raises Over $137,000 in Local Support
The COVID-19 pandemic has challenged our communities in ways we could have never imagined. Individuals and families are struggling to meet their basic needs, while planning for the future. Concerns about the long-term economic impact of COVID-19 on their community inspired one generous family living in Granite… read more
Inspiring Housing Solutions in the Upper Valley
“Overwhelming” is a word that can describe so many things. The affordable housing crisis, the growing number of food-insecure families, the outpouring of generosity from our neighbors, the joy of being together with friends again – good or bad, there’s a lot that overwhelms us. When we… read more
20th Take Back Day on April 24, 2021
Granite United Way and its three Public Health Networks are encouraging communities to participate in the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) 20th Take Back Day is scheduled for Saturday, April 24th. This is an opportunity to dispose of expired, unwanted and unused prescription medication. This event is held twice a year,… read more
Concord Group Insurance Employees Give in Support of The Community
Concord Group Insurance, headquartered in Concord, NH, has been a partner of Granite United Way for over sixty-five years. Since 1928, when the company was established, they have strived to give back to their community through volunteerism and workplace giving. Concord Group Insurance has branches across the northeast with offices… read more
A Natural Fit: Supporting Recovery from Substance Use Disorder and Mental Health
The Recovery Friendly Workplace (RFW) initiative, launched by Governor Sununu in 2018, promotes the health, safety, and wellness of NH workplace and employees by empowering workplaces to provide support and remove barriers for those in recovery from substance use disorder (SUD), in addition to those who have loved ones with… read more
Granite United Way Renews COVID-19 Relief Fund to Meet Community Needs
Granite United Way Renews COVID-19 Relief Fund to Meet Continued NeedsHelp Provide Relief to People and Families in Need Today While today’s vaccines have brought us hope, the ripple effects of the COVID-19 crisis continue in our local communities. People and families… read more
Join our Team!
Granite United Way is currently seeking a Contracts Specialist and a Recovery Friendly Advisor to join our team! Contracts Specialist: This full time position will report to our Vice President of Public Health. A full job description can be found here.Recovery Friendly Advisor: This full time position… read more
CAPHN Team Vaccinates over 1,300 Educators in One Day
When it comes to getting things done, the Capital Area Public Health Network (CAPHN) knows how to deliver. And deliver they did when they pulled together a large-scale vaccine clinic and vaccinated over 1,300 local educators and childcare providers.CAPHN is an initiative of Granite United Way and is… read more
We are looking for the right person to join our Carroll County Coaliition for Public Health
Carroll County Coalition for Public Health (C3PH) is an initiative of Granite United Way and they are currently seeking a Substance Use Disorder Expansion Program Coordinator.This dynamic role is exciting and we encourage interested candidates to send their resume and cover letter to hr@graniteuw.org. Granite United Way is an… read more
Northern NH Families Benefit from Granite United Way and Headstart Partnership
Head Start, a Tri-County Community Action Program (TCCAP), is a federally funded preschool for 3-5-year-old children in low-income households. This program offers preschool experiences that develop school readiness skills such as emergent literacy, problem-solving, and decision making. With 217 families served in Carroll, Coos, and Grafton county, they provide ongoing… read more
You Might Qualify For This Important Tax Credit
The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) provides millions for working people in NH and VT, but many people don’t know they are eligible to claim it. If your income was below $56,844 in 2020, you may be missing out on an important tax benefit. The Earned Income… read more
Granite United Way is seeking some talented professionals!
Granite United Way currently has two open positions, and is looking for enthusiastic and talented individuals to join our team!Program Coordinator Southern Region - view the full job description here.Development Coordinator - view the full job description here.Granite United Way is an equal opportunity employer.… read more
The Impact of Volunteering
At Granite United Way, there are several parts of the organization that keeps us moving. These parts include staff, donors, partners within the community, and volunteers. Without these singular parts, Granite United Way would not be the organization it is today. Volunteers play a huge role in the work that… read more
Generosity Abounds Through the Pandemic
Last year was a year of strange silver linings. With so much tragedy and hardship, it is difficult to imagine what good could have come of it all. At Granite United Way, we have always felt that if we work together, we can overcome anything - “together we fight, together… read more
Offering Resources in the Workplace
Safety first. That’s what we all need to keep in mind as we weather this seemingly never-ending pandemic. Wear a mask, wash your hands, and social distance have become our mantra. Workplaces have worked tirelessly to create safe workspaces. Assembly lines have been redesigned to accommodate social distancing, work shifts… read more
Free Tax Preparation Launches for 2021
GRANITE UNITED WAY AND CITIZENS LAUNCH VIRTUAL FREE TAX PREP PROGRAM FOR NH/VT RESIDENTSGranite United Way’s Successful Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program Launches to Provide Free Tax Preparation View our video launch here. In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, Granite United Way and Citizens… read more
Reducing Suicide Risk for Youth and Young Adults
Carroll County Coalition for Public Health (C3PH), an initiative of Granite United Way, has kicked off a Youth Suicide Prevention Project. A critical partner and leader in this project, National Alliance on Mental Illness NH is a grassroots organization working to improve the quality of life for all by providing… read more