How screening breaks the cycle
March 8, 2018
Dr. Kelley White talks about the profound effect of the state's drug crisis on her young patients, and how the "screening, brief intervention and referral to treatment" protocol is helping
Statement on the closure of the New Hampshire Center for Public Policy Studies
February 26, 2018
We extend our heartfelt thanks to the Center for Public Policy Studies for its many contributions, and to the many generous people who have supported its important work
Bequest supports music education
February 8, 2018
David Brooks loved music. He left a legacy to make sure New Hampshire kids get the chance to love music, too
A public-health emergency — and how you can help
February 1, 2018
Sweeping measures are needed to turn the corner on the state's drug crisis. But there are also some basic, tangible things that average citizens can do to help. Here are five
Toward a more thriving North Country
January 25, 2018
The Neil and Louise Tillotson Fund 2017 Report to the Community tells the stories of work that is boosting Coös County and surrounding regions — made possible by the Tillotsons' generosity
Thinking about mentoring? Here’s how to get started
January 23, 2018
Mentors help our kids to thrive. Hundreds of New Hampshire kids are on waiting lists, hoping that caring adult will come along to spend some time with them
We need more women on the ballot
January 16, 2018
When women run for office, they are just as likely to win as men. The New Hampshire Women's Foundation is trying to get more women to run
“The State of Our Estuaries”
January 11, 2018
Estuaries are among the most important and sensitive ecosystems on the planet. The New Hampshire Charitable Foundation's Kevin Peterson writes about a recent report on how New Hampshire estuaries are faring – and what can be done to help
Arts matter
January 10, 2018
In New Hampshire, nonprofit arts and culture organizations improve the quality of life — and pack an impressive economic punch
Foundation to award $500k to NH community college students in 2018
January 3, 2018
Community colleges are key to boosting economic opportunity
Opportunity Network gets Ford Foundation grant
December 29, 2017
Community Foundation Opportunity Network is working to ensure that all children have the opportunity to reach their full potential
The Christa McAuliffe Sabbatical helps teachers reach their stars
December 19, 2017
2016 McAuliffe Sabbatical recipient Thom Smith of the Kearsarge Regional School District on what the program offers for New Hampshire teachers — and kids