Louise Tillotson teaching Fellowship paused for 2024
January 5, 2024
Foundation staff will be working with past fellowship recipients, plus other North Country educators and nonprofit partners to align the program with the Tillotson Fund's vision and principles, and determine the structure of the fellowship going forward.
Community arts for all the community
January 4, 2024
The Capitol Center for the Arts is building relationships and belonging — inside and outside its walls.
A generous act heard round the world
January 3, 2024
Geoffrey Holt left a surprise gift in his will, to benefit his adopted hometown of Hinsdale, NH. His story has been shared worldwide.
Five tax law developments affecting charitable giving
January 2, 2024
For professional advisors, including accountants, attorneys, financial advisors and wealth managers, here is recap of five key developments in tax law in 2023 related to charitable giving that are worth keeping an eye on in 2024.
‘The lifeblood of the state’
December 21, 2023
New American Scholars was founded by a teenager who wanted to help other young people thrive.
A transformative gift
December 19, 2023
Oliver Hubbard left $43.5 million to the Foundation to address substance use disorders and related mental and physical health issues.
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.
Business giving tips for businesses of all sizes
December 7, 2023
Placing giving and volunteering at the center of your organizational culture and identity is not only great for communities and the people in them — it also helps recruit, engage and retain great employees.
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.