Mission Statement
We are citizen volunteers and human service professionals in partnership with our member agencies to improve the quality of life for all people in Merrimack County.

We build for the future by investing in the human capital of the community.

We do this by assembling financial and human resources contributed by the community, and focusing them on individuals and families at vulnerable times in their lives through the efforts we support.

We maintain the confidence of the community by doing this with efficiency, integrity, and accountability.
United Way Board of Governors
United Way IRS form 990
United Way Venture Grants
United Way Venture Grants are available on a one-time basis to provide funds to non-profit organizations (501)(c)(3)-certified) providing health or human services within Merrimack County. They are directed towards projects or programs meeting emerging needs or needs not currently being met. Money is set aside from the campaign each year (1.75% of pledges up to a total of $50,000.) Grant awards are limited to a maximum of $5,000

The five principal needs identified in our 2007 Community Needs Assessment are:
  • Affordable and temporary housing;
  • Health care access focused on home care services for seniors and health services for people with disabilities and individuals who are homeless;
  • A lack of public transportation;
  • Affordable and accessible childcare both pre and after school;
  • Education and employment supports.
Venture Grant applications are available by calling (603) 224-2595.