NEWS & EVENTS
December Online Trainings to Empower Our Youth
Granite United Way's Youth Enrichment Partnership is offering a series of virtual trainings throughout the month of December to empower our youth! Trainings are provided free of charge and are intended to support our social service providers with tools to add to their toolbox.CLICK HERE to register for any…read more
Tax Assistance: In Person or in PJs
Granite United Way’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program is providing new volunteer opportunities this year. With the uncertainty of the upcoming tax season due to COVID-19, tax preparers and intake specialists are needed more than ever. With your safety in mind, we are offing a remote option, from the…read more
Little Free Library Launches as Part of Concord Reads Initiative
Granite United Way installed its first of four Little Free Libraries in Concord on Monday, November 23, 2020 at Royal Gardens.A Little Free Library is a “take a book, return a book” free book exchange. Anyone may take a book or bring a book to share. Little Free Library…read more
Businesses and Organizations Across NH & VT Partner with Granite United Way to Ensure Students Have Breakfast
Food insecurity is a critical need for children across the country, with many families utilizing school-based breakfast and lunch programs to ensure that their children have access to at least two meals each day. This challenge was exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic and its economic impact, with waves of uncertainty…read more
Granite United Way Distributes $750,000 in CARES Act Funds to Help Those Affected by Substance Use Disorder during COVID-19
Granite United Way has awarded $750,000 to help people affected by substance use disorder and experiencing great challenges caused by COVID-19. This funding was entrusted to Granite United Way through CARES Act assistance provided through the Governor’s Office for Emergency Relief and Recovery (GOFERR).The Governor's Office for Emergency Relief…read more
Keeping Students on Track in Reading Wherever they are Learning This Year
Reading Plus® is changing the way students read at twelve New Hampshire schools this year. Whether they are learning at home or in the classroom, students are receiving consistent, quality education through this web-based silent reading program. Reading Plus® uses data from lesson assessments and participation to adapt to students’ interests…read more
Granite United Way Launches 2020 Campaign
Granite United Way continues to be here for the community.Under the direction of our volunteer Board of Directors, Granite United Way recently set their 2020 Campaign in motion, This year is different, on so many levels, but one thing remains constant - Granite United Way will continue to be…read more
Granite United Way Partners with Local Organizations to Fuel Our Families
Granite United Way, in partnership with local organizations in each of its six regions, is proud to provide a free meal box to those in need. Each of the boxes will include 12 pounds of produce, 5 pounds of meat, 5 pounds of dairy, and a gallon of 2% milk. There…read more
Partnership with FamilyWize Reaches $10M in Savings Milestone
Granite United Way's partnership with FamilyWize reaches $10M milestone in savings of prescription medications through its free, easy to use prescription discount card Granite United Way and Familywize announced a major milestone in prescription medication savings - residents throughout New Hampshire and Windsor County, Vermont have saved $10,000,000 in prescription medication…read more
Online Trainings Keep the Community Informed During Quarantine
Since March, a lot has changed in our work life and in our communities. Quarantine has changed our work habits and the way we communicate is very tech-dependent. Gone (for now) are the days of in-person meetings and group trainings. As this “new normal’ progressed, Granite United Way recognized the…read more
Granite United Way Receives NH Advantage Award from the BIA of NH
Photo Credit: Lauren ThomasonGranite United Way Receives the New Hampshire Advantage Award from the BIA of NHWe have been truly honored to receive the prestigious NH Advantage Award from the Business Industry Association (BIA) of New Hampshire this fall.The New Hampshire Advantage Award recognizes organizations that contribute…read more
Running Through NH to Canada to Raise Support for United Way
Like many people during the COVID-19 pandemic, Matty Gregg and Brad Magyar wanted to do something to help.These two took ‘helping’ to a new level, making plans to spend a week during September running from the base of New Hampshire along the Massachusetts border, all the way to the Canadian…read more
Join our 211 NH Team!
We are currently seeking an Information and Referral Specialist to join our 211 NH team! We are hiring both full time and part time positions for this, and they report to our Senior Director of 211 NH. A full job description can be viewed in the link below.Interested candidates should email…read more
Support Children & Families This School Year Through The Smart Start Cereal Campaign
Food insecurity is a critical need for children across the country, with many families utilizing school-based breakfast and lunch programs to ensure that their children have access to at least two meals each day. This challenge is exacerbated by the COVID-19 Pandemic and its economic…read more
Granite United Way Partners with AHEAD to Distribute COVID-19 Resources in the North Country
In the North Country region, the COVID-19 pandemic is significantly impacting families, restaurants, and the community as a whole when it comes to food security. In March, Granite United Way’s COVID-19 Relief Fund was established, with 100% of the funds going to individuals and families in need.…read more
Historic Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Season Pivots to Virtual Support
When the Covid-19 pandemic hit, many events were delayed such as weddings, proms, graduations, and even Tax Day. Never did our Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program think that we would be preparing taxes until July 15th.Molly Timmins, a Granite United Way VISTA member, took on the role as…read more
We're Hiring a Substance Misuse Prevention Coordinator position
Granite United Way is currently seeking a Substance Misuse Prevention (SMP) Coordinator for our Carroll County Coalition for Public Health (C3PH) team. A full job description can be found in the link below.Interested candidates should email their resume and cover letter to hr@graniteuw.org. Granite United Way is an…read more
Granite United Way Announces Martha Dickey Merrimack County Area Director
Granite United Way proudly announces that Martha Dickey has accepted the position of Merrimack County Area Director. Dickey will focus her efforts on strengthening Granite United Way’s partnerships with the for-profit, nonprofit and government sectors, and is responsible for leading the organization’s revenue generation strategies and collaborations with local…read more
Seeking a Emergency Preparedness & Response Coordinator
It's a great time to join Granite United Way. We have an opening for an Emergency Preparedness & Response Coordinator with our Carroll County Coalition for Public Health (C3PH).Granite United Way is an equal opportunity employer. Interested candidates are encouraged to email their resume and cover letter to hr@graniteuw.org.…read more
Celebrating Our Amazing Volunteers!
Ten years ago Granite United Way was created, the result of six regional United Ways with a vision for an organization that would create greater impact, more efficiently, in our community.Volunteer leadership at the local level continues to be the backbone of our success, and we thank those…read more