‘The lifeblood of the state’
December 21, 2023
New American Scholars was founded by a teenager who wanted to help other young people thrive.
An evolution
December 13, 2023
An integrated response to mental health and substance use disorders is key to promoting health and well-being — and to saving lives. As the science in the field has evolved, so has our work.
Welcoming new board members
December 12, 2023
Bobbie Bagley, Laurie Gabriel and Emmett Soldati have joined the Charitable Foundation’s board of directors.
Stories of inspiration + belonging
December 11, 2023
The latest issue of the Charitable Foundation's Purpose newsletter is now available online.
Arts improving mental health for NH youth
November 9, 2023
Mental health challenges are affecting many young people. The Magnify Voices Expressive Art Contest gives youth the opportunity to use visual arts, writing and video to address those challenges through artistic expression.
How to help people and communities in Maine
October 27, 2023
A mass shooting in Maine has left 18 dead and 13 wounded. The Maine Community Foundation has created the Lewiston-Auburn Area Response Fund to address current and emerging needs associated with this tragedy. One hundred percent of donations go to affected people and communities.
From chaos to thriving
October 26, 2023
CASA volunteers bring stability and consistency to children who need it most. Judges refer a child to CASA when the state opens a child protection case. A volunteer CASA advocate is a child’s representative through court proceedings, developing a trusting relationship and offering extensive information to help judges decide what is best for the child.
Grant helped early-learning centers receive much-needed tax refunds
August 10, 2023
With grant support from the Foundation, Early Learning NH collaborated with a national consulting group to help child-care providers identify if they were eligible to recover funds and to file the necessary paperwork for a refund.
A warm meal with good friends – and much more
March 16, 2023
For more than 6,000 seniors or adults with disabilities in and around Grafton County, the Grafton County Senior Citizens Council, its eight senior centers and its community partnerships offer transportation, meals, activities, health and financial guidance and companionship.