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Neil and Louise Tillotson Fund – DASH Grants Program is sponsored by New Hampshire Charitable Foundation. Provides grants for programs and operations advancing health, well-being, environmental protection, education, housing, arts, culture, civic health, and economic security in New Hampshire.
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Neil and Louise Tillotson Fund - Dash Grants Program - NH Charitable Foundation Amplify the power of your giving Advise your clients in their charitable giving Blog: Stories and insights Early Childhood and Family Supports Education and Career Pathways The Neil and Louise Tillotson Fund Greater Rochester Community Health Foundation Neil and Louise Tillotson Fund – Dash Grants Program The Neil and Louise Tillotson Fund’s Dash Grants Program focuses its grantmaking and work in Coös County, NH and communities in New Hampshire, Maine and Vermont that share a border with Coös County. Programs, projects or agencies that operate beyond these borders, provided they offer clear benefit to the people and landscapes of Coös County, may also be eligible for funding. There is an equivalent program in Quebec, Canada, the Coaticook Express Grant Program , for organizations based in or serving the residents of the MRC de Coaticook. Please contact us if you are unsure about geographical fit. The Neil and Louise Tillotson Fund awards grants that support nonprofit organizations to advance the Tillotson Fund’s vision to revitalize communities. Requests that support projects and activities focused on the people and places of Coös County and surrounding communities are invited to apply. Projects should not extend past a year in length, however extensions can be granted. to provide marketing materials for a one-time community event to sponsor a school field trip to hire a consultant to support a project or activity to purchase or replace equipment or furniture If you already have an award from the Large or Local Grants Program, you are still eligible to apply to the Dash Grants Program. Because funding is limited, your organization is eligible to apply once per calendar year. However, please carefully consider your organization’s needs and refrain from applying year after year so other organizations might benefit from this limited resource. A project should be unique to that calendar year — repeated requests for the same project will not be considered eligible. For example, a request in one year to support a specific community event would not be considered eligible in the following year(s). However, the organization could apply in the following year(s) for a different project purpose. Applicants must meet the following criteria: Tax-exempt organizations under any part of the section 501(c)3 of the Internal Revenue Code State or local government agencies or unit of government Grassroots organizations, collaborative or coalitions may apply with a tax-exempt fiscal sponsor. ( Learn more about what it means to have a fiscal sponsor and the responsibilities
Application snapshot: target deadline rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows; published funding information Funding amounts vary by project scope and award track.; eligibility guidance Qualified New Hampshire nonprofit organizations
Use the official notice and source links for final requirements, attachment checklists, allowable costs, and submission instructions before applying.
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Neil and Louise Tillotson Fund - Dash Grants Program - NH Charitable Foundation Amplify the power of your giving Advise your clients in their charitable giving Blog: Stories and insights Early Childhood and Family Supports Education and Career Pathways The Neil and Louise Tillotson Fund Greater Rochester Community Health Foundation Neil and Louise Tillotson Fund – Dash Grants Program The Neil and Louise Tillotson Fund’s Dash Grants Program focuses its grantmaking and work in Coös County, NH and communities in New Hampshire, Maine and Vermont that share a border with Coös County.
Programs, projects or agencies that operate beyond these borders, provided they offer clear benefit to the people and landscapes of Coös County, may also be eligible for funding. There is an equivalent program in Quebec, Canada, the Coaticook Express Grant Program , for organizations based in or serving the residents of the MRC de Coaticook. Please contact us if you are unsure about geographical fit.
The Neil and Louise Tillotson Fund awards grants that support nonprofit organizations to advance the Tillotson Fund’s vision to revitalize communities. Requests that support projects and activities focused on the people and places of Coös County and surrounding communities are invited to apply. Projects should not extend past a year in length, however extensions can be granted.
to provide marketing materials for a one-time community event to sponsor a school field trip to hire a consultant to support a project or activity to purchase or replace equipment or furniture If you already have an award from the Large or Local Grants Program, you are still eligible to apply to the Dash Grants Program. Because funding is limited, your organization is eligible to apply once per calendar year.
However, please carefully consider your organization’s needs and refrain from applying year after year so other organizations might benefit from this limited resource. A project should be unique to that calendar year — repeated requests for the same project will not be considered eligible. For example, a request in one year to support a specific community event would not be considered eligible in the following year(s).
However, the organization could apply in the following year(s) for a different project purpose. Applicants must meet the following criteria: Tax-exempt organizations under any part of the section 501(c)3 of the Internal Revenue Code State or local government agencies or unit of government Grassroots organizations, collaborative or coalitions may apply with a tax-exempt fiscal sponsor.
( Learn more about what it means to have a fiscal sponsor and the responsibilities involved for both the fiscal sponsor and the grassroots organization.) The Tillotson Fund does not make Dash grants for: Operating and/or ongoing program expenses such as salaries, benefits, rent, utilities, capital expenses, supplies, etc. Expenses for ongoing or recurring programs, events or activities (e.
g. facilitator fees for an annual convening that happens each year Expenses already incurred Sectarian or religious programs Community foundations unless they serve as a fiscal sponsor Individuals or endowments Support for political activities, i. e.
, lobbying Organizations or projects that discriminate based on age, sex, religion, race, color, creed, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, national or ethnic origin The New Hampshire Charitable Foundation honors the fundamental value and dignity of all individuals, and will not knowingly make grants (including those recommended by donor-advised-fund holders), to organizations whose mission or programs promote hate, or run counter to principles of basic respect, justice and equity.
The Dash grants program provides rapid grant awards ranging from $250 up to $2,000 to eligible organizations. Grants will take three weeks or less to process for an expedited turnaround. Ammonoosuc Conservation Trust, $1,998, to support the high school internship program in 2023.
Berlin & Coos County Historical Society, $2,000, to hire a grant writer to assist in applying to the NBRC. Bethlehem Trails Association, $2,000, to purchase a new winter grooming machine. Boys & Girls Club of the North Country, $2,000, to replace building’s exterior lighting.
Canaan Naturally Connected, Inc. , $1,000, to purchase Welcome to Beecher Falls signage. Canaan Vermont Historical Society, $2,000, to provide stipends to students organizing the collection and conducting tours.
Carriage Lane Players, $2,000, to support heating costs for 2023. City of Berlin, NH, $2,000, to develop a racial equity policy. Colonel Town Players of Lancaster Inc.
, $2,000, to provide scholarships to students attending summer camp. Connecticut River Artisan Group, $2,000, to support art-related classes and exhibits. Coös County Family Health Services, $2,000, to sponsor the River Fire 5K fundraiser.
Coös Economic Development Corporation, $2,000, to hire a consultant to revise the organization’s three-year strategic plan. Gorham Middle High School, $1,900, to cover travel expenses for high school field trip to Quebec. Gorham Public Library, $2,000, to support the Live Family Theater Program.
Governor’s Institutes of Vermont, $2,000, to support Essex County, VT youth participation in 2023. Great North Woods Center for the Arts, $1,500, to cover travel expenses to attend an East Coast Music Showcase. Littleton Studio School, $2,000, to purchase a Glass Fusing Studio.
Lunenburg, Gilman, and East Concord Senior Citizens, Inc. , $1,925, to assist in the purchase of a commercial freezer. Maplewood Station, $2,000, to hire a consultant to develop a USDA grant application.
Mount Washington Observatory, $1,658, to develop a new website and provide staff training. New England Forestry Foundation, $1,984, to print and install signage at five community forests. North Country Alliance for Balanced Change (NCABC), $1,770, to support the Solarize North Country project to encourage purchase of solar installations.
North Country ATV Club, $2,000, to support Landowner Appreciation Day trail cleanup. North Country Pride, $2,000, to purchase event supplies and storage space. Racial Unity Team, $2,000, to establish ambassadors and volunteer base in Coös County, NH.
Rockin’ the Park, $1,500, to support the 2023 Rockin’ the Park summer outdoor concert series in Lancaster. Root To Rise, $2,000, to hire a consultant to coordinate the North Country Food and Agriculture Summit. SAU #7 Colebrook, Pittsburg, and Stewartstown, $2,000, to support construction of an outdoor classroom in Colebrook, NH.
SAU #7 Colebrook, Pittsburg, and Stewartstown, $2,000, to support Colebrook Academy baseball team trip to Cooperstown, NY. SAU #7 Colebrook, Pittsburg, and Stewartstown, $2,000, to offer middle school students 6 life skills workshops. SAU #20, $2,000, to support a Chem Free Celebration for Gorham High School seniors.
SAU #20, $1,735, to purchase an AED plus for Gorham High School sporting activities. Stay Work Play NH, $2,000, to support a Policy & Pints Pop-up series in Coös County. St.
Kieran Community Center for the Arts, $1,500, to update the stage backdrop and replace curtains in the Main Hall. Taproot Farm & Environmental Education Center, $2,000, to cover the costs of plumbing and electrical projects. The Loading Dock, $2,000, to purchase equipment including a POS system, audio equipment and a refrigerator.
Theatre Up, $1,800, to offer free performances to low-income adults, families, and seniors. Town of Bethlehem, NH, $2,000, to promote sustainability through education and engagement. Town of Canaan, VT, $1,350, to purchase and install light posts for the cemetery sign.
Tri-Town Bicycle Inc. , $2,000, to support the Safe Routes to School initiative. Vermont Council on Rural Development Inc.
, $2,000, to support the 2023 Vermont Community Leadership Summit. Vermont Farm-to-School Inc. , $2,000, to purchase food for Thanksgiving boxes for residents of Canaan, VT.
Weathervane Theatre Alumni Association, $2,000, to purchase and install a garage door for the Grange Hall. Friends of the Weeks Memorial Library, Inc. , $1,500, to support library programming and events.
Weeks State Park Association Inc. , $2,000, to conduct a flora inventory of Cape Horn in Northumberland, NH. Whitefield Little Free Pantry, $2,000, to pilot a volunteer gleaning program and support food purchases.
Whitefields Official Library Friends, $2,000, to expand library adult programming. Women of the Mountains Birth Initiative, $2,000, to support participation in NNEPQIN Fall Conference and print marketing materials. Women’s Rural Entrepreneurial Network, $2,000, to replace the gallery’s display window.
You can apply anytime between January 3 and December 15, 2024 Application and grant process Determine eligibility and learn more about the program. Please review the PowerPoint ( view French translation ); the video/audio recording from the 2024 Grantseeker Information Session; and the Grantseeker Guide ( English and French ). If you have any questions, please contact Christa Hollingsworth at Puevfgn.
Ubyyvatfjbegu@aups. bet . Create an organization profile in GrantSource.
Visit GrantSource and create your organization profile by clicking on “Register here” located under “New to the system. ” If you already have a profile in the system, please log in and update information including contacts, mailing address, mission statement, number of employees, operating budget, and board of directors. You may register your organization at any time.
If you do not have access to the internet or cannot apply online, please contact Christa Hollingsworth at Puevfgn. Ubyyvatfjbegu@aups. bet or 603-225-6641 ext.
265 for further assistance. Complete the online application. Log into the online system and open the Dash Grants docket.
The application consists of one question — “Please describe your project including a narrative description, intended outcomes, community partners that might be involved, and any other information that might be helpful. ” You will be asked to upload a project budget (PDF format). Budget line items should not include operational expenses such as salary, benefits, rent, utilities, or capital expenses.
Requests will be notified of funding awarded or declined within three weeks after submission. You will not be asked to submit a report at the end of your project year. However, stories, photos, events or news articles relating to your project are welcome.
We also invite you to provide feedback about how the process worked for you and how it might be improved as your experience with the program is important to us. Tillotson Fund Community Partner © New Hampshire Charitable Foundation Confirmed in Compliance with National Standards for US Community Foundations MyNHCF | Manage your fund GrantSource | Apply for a grant ScholarshipSource | Apply for a scholarship
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Qualified New Hampshire nonprofit organizations Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Funding amounts vary based on project scope and sponsor guidance. Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
Opioid Abatement Community Grants Program is sponsored by Granite United Way and New Hampshire Charitable Foundation. Invests in community-led opioid prevention, harm reduction, recovery support, and root-cause solutions using New Hampshire’s opioid settlement funds. Official opportunity description and requirements excerpt: Opioid Abatement Community Grants Program (OACGP) | Granite United Way Opioid Abatement Community Grants Program Granite United Way Initiatives Whole Village Family Resource Center Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Capital Area Public Health Network Carroll County Coalition for Public Health Recovery Friendly Workplace Alexis de Tocqueville Society Opioid Abatement Community Grants Program Granite United Way Initiatives Whole Village Family Resource Center Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Capital Area Public Health Network Carroll County Coalition for Public Health Recovery Friendly Workplace Alexis de Tocqueville Society Granite United Way (GUW) administers the Opioid Abatement Community Grants Program (OACGP) on behalf of the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services and the Opioid Abatement Advisory Commission. Through this program, $10 million in settlement funds will be invested over two years to support community-based efforts that prevent, reduce, and address the harms of the opioid crisis across New Hampshire. OACGP supports programs, partnerships, and community-led work that strengthen prevention, treatment, recovery, and long-term wellbeing. Funding is available to nonprofit organizations, municipalities, school districts, and other eligible entities serving New Hampshire communities. Short-Term Responsive Grants: Up to $15,000 for timely projects that address emerging needs, fill gaps, or strengthen community capacity. Up to $75,000 per year, for projects that advance sustained prevention, treatment, recovery, and systems-level efforts. Program & Instruction Guide for Applicants Apply for a Short-Term Responsive Grant (Cycle 2 closed on 1/23/2026) Organizations must complete a brief registration in our grants portal to access and submit applications for the Opioid Abatement Community Grants Program. *This registration replaces the previous RFQ process. Register your organization NEW - Apply for a Multiyear Project Grant (Cycle 1 opened on 1/26/2026 through a partnership with New Hampshire Charitable Foundation) Short-Term R esponsive Grants Cycle 2: Application Timeline Milestone Date Application Opens Multiyear Project Grants Cycle 1: Application Timeline Milestone Date Application Opens February 18, 2026 by 5pm EST Organizations that have registered will automatically receive notifications, updates, and access to all application materials once each cycle opens. For help with registration or questions about the program, email OACGP@graniteuw.org . Applicants may also refer to the Program & Instruction Guide , which includes step-by-step instructions for navigating the portal and preparing a proposal. Additional Information & Materials Frequently Asked Questions Press Release - Announcement of GUW as Facilitating Organization Press Release - Granite United Way and New Hampshire Charitable Foundation Announce Call for Proposals for Multiyear Grants Slides - Presentation to Opioid Abatement Commission NH DHHS Opioid Abatement Commission Community Advisory Team (CAT) Granite United Application snapshot: target deadline February 18, 2026; published funding information Up to $75,000 per year for 1-2 years; eligibility guidance New Hampshire 501(c)(3) nonprofits in good standing, state agencies/boards/commissions, and local governmental entities including school districts, towns, cities, and counties Use the official notice and source links for final requirements, attachment checklists, allowable costs, and submission instructions before applying.
NH Charitable Foundation Four-Year or Bachelor’s Degree Program is sponsored by New Hampshire Charitable Foundation. Provides need-based scholarships to NH students pursuing bachelor's degrees, with consideration for STEM fields; universities can support curriculum via student aid integration. Official opportunity description and requirements excerpt: Apply for a scholarship - NH Charitable Foundation Amplify the power of your giving Advise your clients in their charitable giving Blog: Stories and insights Early Childhood and Family Supports Education and Career Pathways The Neil and Louise Tillotson Fund Greater Rochester Community Health Foundation Oluwakemi Olokunboyo of Dover received a McNabb scholarship to study nursing at Great Bay Community College. Read more Oluwakemi Olokunboyo of Dover received a McNabb scholarship to study nursing at Great Bay Community College. Read more The New Hampshire Charitable Foundation is the largest provider of private scholarships in New Hampshire, awarding close to $8 million to nearly 2,000 students each year. A resource for New Hampshire students The scholarship funds at the Foundation were created by generous donors who wanted to help New Hampshire students reach their full potential. Scholarships are awarded to students for certificates, licensing programs, apprenticeships, two- and four-year degree programs and graduate school. Explore scholarship opportunities The Foundation uses a single, online application for all scholarship awards. Students are matched automatically with all scholarship opportunities for which they qualify. Foundation scholarships may be used toward: Certificate, license or other industry-recognized credential Deadline: Open enrollment through Friday, December 11, 2026, 5:00 pm ET Also known as the Medallion Fund Scholarship program, this opportunity is for students of any age who are pursuing short-term vocational or technical studies in fields such as automotive technology, plumbing, heating, construction, advanced manufacturing, computer repair, licensed nursing assistant, etc. The selection committee gives preference to the following: Applicants whose fields are in the traditional manufacturing trade sector such as plumbing, electrical, construction, machining, etc. Applicants who have a clear vision for how their education will help them achieve or improve their employment and career goals. Applicants who have had little or no other educational or training opportunities. Applicants who have made a commitment to their educational program both financially and otherwise. Citizenship is not taken into consideration when making awarding decisions. Applicants will be notified of the results within six weeks after submission. Two-year or associate degree program Deadline: Open enrollment through Friday, December 11, 2026, 5:00 pm ET If you are attending one of New Hampshire’s Community Colleges, you should also apply for scholarship aid through the Community College System’s award portal. Academic excellence is not a factor in selecting candidates for awards; however, we do expect students to demonstrate reasonable achievement and a commitment to their chosen field of study. Preference is given to students who have previously received funding and successfully completed prior Application snapshot: target deadline April 1, 2026; published funding information $250 - $7,500; eligibility guidance New Hampshire universities supporting student financial aid Use the official notice and source links for final requirements, attachment checklists, allowable costs, and submission instructions before applying.
Neil and Louise Tillotson Fund: Large Grants is sponsored by New Hampshire Charitable Foundation. Supports economic development and community infrastructure in Coös County, NH, including technology upgrades and facilities improvements. Application snapshot: target deadline rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows; published funding information $20,000 - $300,000; eligibility guidance Nonprofits, schools, and municipalities serving residents of Coös County and surrounding border communities. Use the official notice and source links for final requirements, attachment checklists, allowable costs, and submission instructions before applying.
