NEWS & EVENTS
Granite United Way Volunteers Announce Winter Cycle of Responsive Grant Funding
Granite United Way volunteers across seven regions have completed the winter round of responsive grant funding. Granite United Way offers nonprofits an opportunity to access responsive funding multiple times per year with grants ranging from $1,000 - $10,000 each cycle. “Our Community Impact Committees, who are made up…read more
Concord Group Insurance and United Way Strengthen Communities Across New England
In 2025, Concord Group Insurance partnered with United Ways across New England to make a lasting difference for their neighbors.Employees participated in several Lunch and Learns about local community challenges. These discussions, covering housing stability, childhood education, food insecurity, and family well-being, inspired employees to directly support nonprofits working…read more
Granite United Way and New Hampshire Charitable Foundation Announce Call for Proposals for Opioid Abatement Community Grants Program Multiyear Grants
Granite United Way (GUW) and the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation (the Foundation) today announced a call for proposals for the Opioid Abatement Community Grants Program (OACGP) Multiyear Grants, a funding opportunity designed to support long-term, high-impact initiatives that address the ongoing opioid crisis and strengthen community recovery across New Hampshire.…read more
Granite United Way Community Baby Shower Supports New and Expecting Caregivers
Granite United Way's Community Baby Shower supports new and expecting caregivers with essential baby items, connections to local resources, and a warm, celebratory space during a critical time in their lives. The event combines the joy of welcoming a new baby with practical help that reduces stress and builds stability…read more
Why Leah Chose to File Her Taxes with VITA
As a single mom living paycheck to paycheck, Leah never thought filing her taxes could be easy, or free. Each year, she paid around $80 to self-file her return through TurboTax. She knew about basic deductions like student loan interest, but had no idea about the full range of tax…read more
Why Kelsea Donates
Philanthropy is undergoing a dynamic transformation, with the next generation of donors reimagining impact through hands-on volunteering and technology. Millennials and Gen Z are reshaping what giving looks like, prioritizing transparency, community presence, and systemic change instead.What Impact Means to Gen Z Donors Like KelseaFor emerging donors…read more
Transforming Prevention Through Student-Led Storytelling
The Granite Youth Film Festival stands as a testament to what happens when we give youth the tools, platform, and trust to tell their own stories about the issues that matter most to our community. A Platform for Student VoicesThe Granite Youth Film Festival is more than…read more
Granite United Way Opens Community Response Grant Funding Opportunity
Granite United Way is opened its community response grant funding process this month. Requests for Proposals application process went live on Monday, December 15, 2025.Granite United Way offers nonprofits an opportunity to access responsive funding multiple times a year with grants ranging from $1,000 - $10,000 each cycle.“Our responsive…read more
Governor Ayotte and Mayor Ruais Tour 211 NH
On Thursday, December 4th Governor Kelly Ayotte made a visit to the 211 NH call center where she had an opportunity to connect with the team answering over 70,000 inquiries from New Hampshire residents annually. Manchester Mayor Jay Ruais also joined the group for a tour.Granite United Way’s 211…read more
UNITED IS THE WAY WE RESPOND
Calls to 211 are on the rise; a record number of requests were made for our responsive grants this year; and uncertainty in federal funding and policy shifts is affecting vulnerable individuals, families and communities.It’s critical that we strengthen the safety net and support systems for our community today. WANT TO HELP? A gift today will help: Amplify work through Family…read more
Granite United Way Opens First Cycle of the Opioid Abatement Community Grants Program
Granite United Way (GUW) has opened the first cycle of the Opioid Abatement Community Grants Program (OACGP). Organizations statewide can now begin the application process for OACGP Responsive Grants. Responsive Grants are funding opportunities up to $15,000 designed to address immediate, community identified needs related to the opioid epidemic. These…read more
Granite United Way Volunteers Announce Third Round of Responsive Grant Funding
Granite United Way volunteers across seven regions have completed the third round of responsive grant funding. Aligning with its Strategic Plan, Granite United Way offers nonprofits an opportunity to access responsive funding multiple times per year with grants ranging from $1,000 - $10,000 each cycle. “Our volunteer-led Community…read more
Beech Street City Center Initiative Funding Announced
Granite United Way (GUW), NH Community Development Finance Authority (CDFA), and Deo Mwano Consultancy (DMC) recently announced the recipients of the Beech Street Center City Initiative one-time grant opportunity, investing $100,000 in the local community.This opportunity for local program support is a result of DMC working with CDFA to…read more
NH Opioid Abatement Community Grants Program
Granite United Way (GUW) has been selected by the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services (NH DHHS) on behalf of the NH Opioid Abatement Advisory Commission to manage a new statewide Opioid Abatement Community Grants Program. This program, approved by Governor Ayotte and the Executive Council on June 25,…read more
Creating Safe Spaces & Community for LGBTQ+ Youth
Across New Hampshire communities, we want every child to feel safe, supported, and able to reach their full potential. For LGBTQ+ youth and their families, finding spaces where they can be themselves and access needed care can be challenging.New Hampshire Outright (formerly Seacoast Outright), the state's oldest LGBTQ+ organization,…read more
Ending Youth Homelessness in New Hampshire
In New Hampshire, one of the most significant barriers to effectively addressing youth homelessness isn't just a lack of resources – it's a lack of authentic voices and representation in the systems designed to help them.Young people experiencing homelessness possess invaluable expertise about their own lives and needs, yet…read more
Building Unity in New Hampshire
In a state like New Hampshire, where we take pride in a our sense of community, it can be difficult to recognize how racial bias and inequity affect the lives of some of our neighbors. This challenge is often made more complex by the fact that conversations about race and…read more
Eversource Energy Invests $175,000 in Critical Services
Granite United Way announced that Eversource Energy, a long-time supporter of United Way agencies across New England, is providing a $175,000 donation to support the United Way’s critical efforts to tackle the most pressing issues facing local families and individuals. The donation is part of the $2.7 million total over…read more
Volunteer Spotlight: Merrimack County Department of Corrections Team Builds Community at Day of Caring 2025
Each year, Granite United Way’s Day of Caring brings volunteers together across New Hampshire to support local nonprofits. But behind every project is a story, and this year, one of the most moving came from the Merrimack County Department of Corrections. Their dedicated group of employees honored a colleague’s personal…read more
9,700 Pounds of Food Donated to Support Families Facing Food Insecurity
Food insecurity affects an estimated 10.7% of New Hampshire residents—about 1 in 9 people. On Saturday, May 10, Granite United Way joined the National Association of Letter Carriers for the annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive, and thanks to the…read more