NEWS & EVENTS
National Association for Letter Carriers' Stamp Out Hunger Drive
Granite United Way is proud to promote the 26th Annual Letter Carriers’ Stamp Out Hunger® Food Drive on Saturday, May 12, 2018.This is the single largest one-day food drive across the United States of America, and Granite United Way has been supporting this effort for many years… read more
The Recovery Friendly Workplace Movement
The Recovery Friendly Workplace is a movement started by Governor Chris Sununu as a way to support New Hampshire businesses and its citizens in recovery. The Recovery Friendly Workplace (RFW) movement offers business owners the tools and resources they need to foster a supportive environment that encourages the success of… read more
Granite United Way Merrimack County Celebrates Community Champions
Granite United Way hosted its Merrimack County Annual Celebration on Wednesday, April 18, 2018 from 5 – 7 p.m. at Concord Country Club in Concord. The evening was filled with award presentations for donors, agency and corporate partners and volunteers. The event was sponsored by the Merrimack County Savings Bank,… read more
Granite United Way Distributes Books to Children during National Reading Month
The Tuesday after Thanksgiving is known as #GivingTuesday and raises awareness about giving to nonprofits during the holiday season. For the second year in a row, Granite United Way used the day to promote awareness and raise funds to purchase books for kids across New Hampshire and Vermont. Over the… read more
Granite United Way Central Region Celebrates Strong Community Commitment
Granite United Way hosted its Annual Celebration on Wednesday, March 28, 2018 from 5 – 7 p.m. at Church Landing, 281 Daniel Webster Highway in Meredith. The evening was filled with award presentations for donors, agency and corporate partners and volunteers. The event was sponsored by the Bank of New… read more
Granite United Way Announces Resource Development Team with Nearly 50 Years of United Way Experience
Granite United Way recently announced staff changes in their Resource Development team. Paul DeBassio, Nichole Reimer, Sarah McCluskey and Amanda Ruggles have recently taken larger leadership roles in the Resource Development department.Paul DeBassio has joined Granite United Way as the Interim Chief Development Officer on a part-time basis. DeBassio… read more
Citizens Bank Invests $50,000 in Granite United Way's Free Tax Prep Program
Granite United Way’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program opened for free tax preparation sites with the help of a Citizens Bank $50,000 contribution from Citizens Bank to support the program. A formal check presentation was made on Thursday, February 1, 2018 at NeighborWorks Southern NH in Manchester.This free tax… read more
There is still a chance to "Get on the Bus!"
Local business can appreciate the importance of building a strong community, and getting involved with Granite United Way is a perfect way to do that. This year, Mark and Sally Stebbins, the owners of PROCON, are offering a $25,000 Challenge Match to engage new businesses with United Way. They are… read more
Job Openings at Granite United Way
Now is the time to join the team at Granite United Way! We are always looking for talented individuals who are passionate about our community, and we currently have the following positions open:Area Director, Upper Valley region - job description hereDirector of Community Impact… read more
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Preparers Wanted
The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program provides free income tax preparation for low-to-moderate income people and is seeking volunteers to serve as tax preparers this year.IRS training is provided to all applicants to ensure all volunteer tax preparers are educated on the most up to date filling rules… read more
View our 2017 Holiday Video
Can you believe another year has come and gone? As we look back over all the amazing things we have accomplished across all of our regions, in just twelve short months, we are overwhelmed with gratitude for supporters like YOU!During 2017 we did more, with… read more
#GivingTuesday Will Bring Books to Kids
When the nationally recognized #GivingTuesday celebrates its 6th year on Tuesday, November 28, 2017, Granite United Way will be among the thousands of charities across the nation that help raise awareness about this kick off to the giving season. #GivingTuesday was created to celebrate generosity during the holiday season, following… read more
Granite United Way Launches RFQ and Short Form RFP Process for 2018
Granite United Way has launched its statewide Request for Qualification and Short Form RFP for 2018. Certified 501(c)3 organizations can apply for qualification status and apply for funding so support opportunities to Learn, Earn and Be Healthy. Granite United Way’s application process involves three steps: 1. The Agency… read more
Three New Permanent Prescription Drug Take Back Boxes Installed
Granite United Way has partnered with Makin’ It Happen, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, and the Reilly Family to install three new permanent drug take back boxes in police stations in New Boston, Candia, and Deerfield, New Hampshire. These three locations are the first of several permanent locations for… read more
Granite United Way Launches Born Learning Trail to Promote Early Childhood Learning, Literacy, and Family Fun
On September 25, 2017, Granite United Way hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony for New Hampshire’s first Born Learning Trail at Sweeney Park on the West Side of Manchester.The Trail features signs in English and Spanish that offer fun, interactive messages, along with colorful sidewalk murals, that prompt caregivers and children… read more
Granite United Way Welcomes 3 New Board Members
This month Granite United Way welcomed three new members to the Board of Directors. “Our Board of Directors is an incredibly active and dedicated group of community leaders and experts in their respective fields,” said Patrick Tufts, President, and CEO of Granite United Way. “We are excited to welcome… read more
2-1-1NH Celebrates 1 Millionth Person Helped
As it approaches its 10 years in service, 2-1-1NH, the information and referral service for New Hampshire residents, has broken its 1 Millionth mark. This month they officially helped 1 million people during its decade in existence.2-1-1NH is a collaborative effort between the United Ways of New Hampshire, with… read more
How you can help those affected by the recent hurricanes
To make a donation to the United Way Hurricane Recovery Fund click here.Granite United Way continues to work with United Ways across the country to encourage individuals to give directly to the United Way Worldwide established Hurricane Recovery Fund that will help local United Ways meet the storm-related needs… read more
Day of Caring Events in your community ~ VOLUNTEER!
Day of Caring events are happening this September! Gather some colleagues or friends and volunteer at a nonprofit project in your community! Ready to volunteer? Click here and view all of the available volunteer opportunities.Day of Caring Event DatesMerrimack County Day of Caring & Campaign Kick Off… read more
Granite United Way Welcomes New Board Members
This month Granite United Way welcomed six new members to the Board of Directors.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 has regional offices in Manchester, West Lebanon, Concord, Laconia, Ossipee,… read more