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Responsive Grants Program is a grant from the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation that provides up to $10,000 to nonprofits serving New Hampshire and select bordering communities in Maine and Vermont. The program offers a streamlined, rolling pathway for organizations to address timely organizational or community needs, with funding decisions made within 15 to 20 business days of submission.
Grants support operating expenses or specific projects tied to a clearly defined need. Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) public charities, non-501(c)(3) organizations with a fiscal sponsor, and religious nonprofits operating charitable activities open to all community members. Private foundations, government agencies, and organizations receiving certain other Foundation grants are ineligible.
Organizations may submit only one request per year. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis beginning March 9, 2026, until funds are fully allocated.
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Responsive Grants Program - NH Charitable Foundation Responsive Grants provide a rolling opportunity for nonprofits to seek timely support for organizational or community needs. We invite nonprofits serving New Hampshire — and select bordering communities in Maine and Vermont — to submit a brief application describing an identified organization or community need. Requests are reviewed on a rolling basis.
We will work to align requests with available philanthropic funds at the Foundation whose purpose language — including issue area, geographic focus and populations served — match the work described. Funding decisions will be shared within 15–20 business days of submission. Grants of up to $10,000 are available for one year of support.
Funding may be used for operating expenses or specific projects or initiatives tied to addressing a clearly defined organization or community need. While this grant program represents one part of the Foundation’s broader grantmaking portfolio, it is designed to provide a streamlined, timely pathway for support as needs arise.
Responsive Grant applications also provide important information that may be shared with Foundation donor-advised fundholders about the work of nonprofits and community needs. Completing an organizational profile in the Foundation’s GrantSource system helps us to share the impact of your organization’s work. Organizations serving New Hampshire and select bordering communities in Maine and Vermont (see list below) may apply.
Organizations that are headquartered outside of the Charitable Foundation’s service area and are currently implementing programs in New Hampshire (and/or the towns listed below) are eligible and must be clear in sharing the communities they will serve with their request.
Organizations that are 501(c)(3) public charities operating in New Hampshire and select bordering areas of Maine and Vermont Non 501(c)(3) organizations implementing charitable activities with a 501(c)(3) fiscal sponsor Religious-based nonprofits for the support of charitable activities that are open to all community members Private, non-operating foundations Private, operating foundations Public, charter, and private schools State government agencies Non-501(c)(3) organizations (without a fiscal sponsor) Organizations that received a multiyear Community Grant awarded in December 2024 and December 2025 Nonprofit partners receiving a New Hampshire Charitable Foundation initiative-based grant, invited grantees or grantees of the Tillotson Local or Large grant program are not eligible to apply.
Please reach out to tenagncc@aups. bet if you are unsure whether this includes your organization. Requests may be submitted for up to $10,000 for a one-year grant period.
Organizations may only submit one request per year. Because funding is limited, please carefully consider the right amount to request for your organization. Organizations requesting a grant amount that would be a substantial percentage of their overall annual budget should explain (in the application narrative) why such an amount is needed and how the organization plans to increase funding from other sources.
Other application considerations We will confirm that applicants are in good standing with the IRS, the New Hampshire Secretary of State’s office, and the Charitable Trust Unit of the New Hampshire Department of Justice. A financial trends analysis created through a nonprofit’s Candid profile may be downloaded as part of the application, if it is available.
Requests are accepted on a rolling basis beginning March 9, 2026 until funds are fully allocated. Because requests are reviewed as they are received, organizations may wish to submit early in the program year. An update on a program closing date will be shared later this summer.
Frequently asked questions View our frequently asked questions . Application and grant process Carefully read the information provided above to determine if you are eligible, and read our frequently asked questions . Complete and submit the online application.
The application will consist primarily of two questions: Please describe the current organizational, project, or community need that your organization is requesting funds to address and how this funding will help you meet that need. (Consider in your response: How will this funding help your organization to meet the current need or build capacity to advance your goals and strategies?)
How does your organization build community where everyone can thrive? (Consider in your response: How does your organization ensure that programs and service are inclusive to people who may face barriers to access?) Grant decisions will be made by staff within 15 to 20 business days of submission and shared with applicants via email from GrantSource.
If awarded, an official “notification of grant award” email will be sent separately, and checks will be mailed within one or two weeks of that notification. If you are awarded funding and you’d like to share the good news, please refer to our grantee press kit . Our Grant Management staff can provide technical support for GrantSource and answer general grant program inquiries by phone at 603-225-6641 ext.
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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: 501(c)(3) public charities operating in New Hampshire and select bordering areas of Maine and Vermont. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Up to $10,000 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.
Federal grant success rates typically range from 10-30%, varying by agency and program. Build a strong proposal with clear objectives, measurable outcomes, and a well-justified budget to improve your chances.
Requirements vary by sponsor, but typically include a project narrative, budget justification, organizational capability statement, and key personnel CVs. Check the official notice for the complete list of required attachments.
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Review timelines vary by funder. Federal agencies typically take 3-6 months from submission to award notification. Foundation grants may be faster, often 1-3 months. Check the program's timeline in the official solicitation for specific dates.
Many federal programs offer multi-year funding or allow competitive renewals. Check the official solicitation for continuation and renewal policies. Non-competing continuation applications are common for multi-year awards.
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