Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.10, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # United Way of Greater Nashua Live United ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://unitedwaynashua.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Mayor’s Volunteer Recognition Committee Announces 2025 Gate City Light Award Recipients Honorees Celebrated at Nashua Aldermanic Meeting for Outstanding Community Service ](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/mayors-volunteer-recognition-committee-announces-2025-gate-city-light-award-recipients-honorees-celebrated-at-nashua-aldermanic-meeting-for-outstanding-community-service/) - Nashua, NH — The Mayor’s Volunteer Recognition Committee proudly presented the 2025 Gate City Light Awards at the Nashua Board of Aldermen meeting on Tuesday, June 10, 2025. These annual awards recognize local nonprofit organizations whose volunteer-powered efforts make a meaningful impact on the Greater Nashua community. This year’s Gate City Light Award Winner is the Humane Society for - [Volunteers Needed for “Over the Edge” Fundraiser Benefiting 20+ NH Nonprofits ](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/volunteers-needed-for-over-the-edge-fundraiser-benefiting-20-nh-nonprofits/) - Manchester, NH — United Way of Greater Nashua is calling on community members to step up and volunteer for this year’s Over the Edge event, a high-adrenaline fundraiser where participants rappel down the 24-story Brady Sullivan Tower — the second tallest building in New Hampshire — to raise money for nonprofit organizations across the state. Taking place on Saturday, June 24, Over - [United Way’s Smart Start Coalition Presents: A Day of Support, Supplies, and Strategies for Early Childhood Professionals ](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/united-ways-smart-start-coalition-presents-a-day-of-support-supplies-and-strategies-for-early-childhood-professionals/) - Nashua, NH — United Way of Greater Nashua’s Smart Start Coalition, led by Liz Fitzgerald, invites local teachers, childcare providers, and anyone who works with young children to a free community event focused on supporting the professionals who support our youngest learners. Taking place on Thursday, May 29, 2025, at United Way of Greater Nashua (20 Broad Street), the event includes - [United Way Seeks 100 Volunteers for Annual Kevin Slattery Memorial Food Drive ](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/united-way-seeks-100-volunteers-for-annual-kevin-slattery-memorial-food-drive/) - Community urged to come together May 31 and June 1 to fight hunger locally NASHUA, NH – United Way of Greater Nashua is calling on community members to step up and help fight hunger by volunteering at the annual Kevin Slattery Memorial Food Drive, taking place Saturday, May 31, and Sunday, June 1 from 10 AM to 1 PM. Held - [Learn United Tutoring and Wee Read United ](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/learn-united-tutoring-and-wee-read-united-2/) - United Way Seeks Volunteers to Inspire Young Minds Through Reading and Tutoring NASHUA, NH – United Way of Greater Nashua is calling on caring community members to help spark a love of learning in local children by volunteering with two of its impactful education programs: Wee Read United and Learn United. Wee Read United brings the joy of stories and creativity - [Gate City Light Award Accepting Nominations  ](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/gate-city-light-award-accepting-nominations/) - NASHUA – The City of Nashua’s Mayor’s Volunteer Recognition Committee is now accepting nominations for the 2025 Gate City Light Award, honoring a Nashua-based nonprofit organization and its volunteers for outstanding service and dedication to the community. Nominations will be accepted through Friday, May 2. Each year the award is presented in honor of Volunteer Recognition Week, which is April 20–26, - [United Way “Gleaning United”](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/united-way-gleaning-united-2/) - United Way's "Gleaning United - Food Harvesting Day of Caring" Yields Over 8,000 Pounds of FreshProduce for Local Families in Need Nashua, NH – Hunger remains a significant challenge across the country, with many families facing toughdecisions between essentials like food and shelter. United Way of Greater Nashua, in partnership withHillsborough County Gleaners, held its - [Call for Laptop Donations from Companies](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/call-for-laptop-donations-from-companies-2/) - United Way of Greater Nashua Calls for Laptop Donations to Support Local Community Members Nashua, NH – United Way of Greater Nashua is urgently seeking laptop donations from local companiesand individuals to support its Laptop Distribution Program. This initiative provides free laptops or tabletsto low-income individuals in need, empowering them to apply for jobs, work - [United Way & NSKS Pop Up Pantries  ](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/united-way-nsks-pop-up-pantries/) - Nashua Pop-Up Pantries Serve Over 40,000 Clients Amid Rising Food Insecurity NASHUA, NH – Since their launch on April 7, 2020, the collaborative Pop-Up Pantries organized by the Nashua Soup Kitchen and Shelter and United Way of Greater Nashua have served a remarkable 40,072 clients, underscoring their vital role in addressing food insecurity in the region. Recent data indicates that food - [United Way Scam Alert Email List ](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/united-way-scam-alert-email-list/) - Nashua, NH – Scammers are constantly evolving their tactics, targeting individuals through phone calls, emails, texts, and social media. From IRS tax scams to fake utility bills, phishing schemes, and fraudulent investment opportunities, thousands of people fall victim every year—often losing significant amounts of money and personal information. To help residents stay informed and protected, United Way of Greater Nashua has launched a free Scam - [United Way of Greater Nashua Seeks Dedicated Tutors and Monitors for Learn United Program ](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/united-way-of-greater-nashua-seeks-dedicated-tutors-and-monitors-for-learn-united-program/) - NASHUA – United Way of Greater Nashua is calling on compassionate community members to become tutors and monitors for its Learn United program. With approximately ten students currently awaiting a match, there is an urgent need for volunteers who can provide critical academic support. The most in-demand subjects are Reading and Math, but students also need assistance in - [United Way Community Baby Shower 2025 ](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/united-way-community-baby-shower-2025/) - NASHUA – United Way of Greater Nashua is proud to announce its annual Community Baby Shower, dedicated to assisting new and expecting low-income parents in the Greater Nashua area. This year's event will take place on April 23rd, from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM, at the United Way of Greater Nashua office. The Community Baby Shower provides essential - [United Way of Greater Nashua Announces 2026 Governance Board and Community Advisory Council ](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/united-way-of-greater-nashua-announces-2026-governance-board-and-community-advisory-council/) - Nashua, NH – December 12, 2025 United Way of Greater Nashua has announced its 2026 Governance Board and Community Advisory Council, bringing together leaders from business, education, healthcare, and local government to guide the organization’s mission of improving lives in Greater Nashua. The Governance Board will be led by Jay Dinkel (Governance Chair), Peter Chaloner (Treasurer), and Paula Moran (Secretary), - [Volunteers for Nashua Overnight Warming Stations ](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/volunteers-for-nashua-overnight-warming-stations-2/) - November 10, 2025 FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Contact United Way at info@unitedwaynashua.org or (603) 864-0201. United Way of Greater Nashua Urgently Seeks Overnight Volunteers for Winter Warming Station Starting December 1 Nashua, NH – With the winter season quickly approaching, United Way of Greater Nashua is urgently calling on compassionate volunteers to support the City of Nashua’s Winter Warming Station at the former - [United Way Pop Up Pantries  ](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/united-way-pop-up-pantries/) - October 23, 2025 Pop-Up Pantries Move Indoors for the Winter Season NASHUA, NH – Beginning the week of November 3, the Pop-Up Pantries organized by the United Way of Greater Nashua will transition to their indoor winter locations. This move ensures that the vital food distribution program can continue serving local residents comfortably and safely throughout the colder months. Since their launch on April 7, - [United Way Care-E-Oke and “Betting on the Community” Poker Hand Pub Crawl ](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/united-way-care-e-oke-and-betting-on-the-community-poker-hand-pub-crawl/) - United Way of Greater Nashua Invites the Community to Sing, Sip, and Support Local Programs This November - [Learn United Tutoring and Wee Read United](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/learn-united-tutoring-and-wee-read-united/) - Learn United Tutoring and Wee Read United - [‘New Hampshire needs you’: Inside one effort to expand the state's child care workforce](https://unitedwaynashua.org/featured/new-hampshire-needs-you-inside-one-effort-to-expand-the-states-child-care-workforce/) - The basement of the United Way of Greater Nashua is ready to party. There are sandwiches, snacks, gifts and balloons to celebrate the most recent class to graduate from the Family Childcare Preparation Program run by the Nashua Smart Start coalition and the Community Engagement Training Center. The program aims to build the local supply of childcare - [The safety net… it’s a fragile thing, and at risk of unraveling.](https://unitedwaynashua.org/featured/the-safety-net-its-a-fragile-thing-and-at-risk-of-unraveling/) - What keeps you up at night? How many times have I asked and answered this question over the years? Sometimes my answer has been related to the financial sustainability of my own organization. Sometimes my answer has been the frailty of systems of support in our community. Sometimes I even have been kept up at - [Nashua Soup Kitchen and Shelter Pop Up Pantries](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/nashua-soup-kitchen-and-shelter-pop-up-pantries-2/) - Nashua Soup Kitchen and Shelter Pop Up Pantries - [United Way Learn United](https://unitedwaynashua.org/featured/united-way-learn-united/) - NASHUA – United Way of Greater Nashua is calling on compassionate community members to become tutors and monitors for its Learn United program. With approximately ten students currently awaiting a match, there is an urgent need for volunteers who can provide critical academic support. The most in-demand subjects are Reading and Math, but students also - [United Way Wine Tasting, Skydiving, Rappelling](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/united-way-wine-tasting-skydiving-rappelling-2/) - Nashua, NH – United Way of Greater Nashua is thrilled to announce three exhilarating fundraising events designed to engage the community while supporting critical local food security initiatives. Whether you prefer a refined evening of wine tasting and comedy, an adrenaline-pumping skydive, or a daring rappel down a skyscraper, there’s an opportunity for everyone to - [Coffee and Causes: *Rescheduled* Understanding SNAP Benefits](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/coffee-and-causes-rescheduled-understanding-snap-benefits/) - Coffee and Causes: *Rescheduled* Understanding SNAP Benefits - [United Way Smart Start Coalition](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/united-way-smart-start-coalition/) - United Way Smart Start Coalition - [United Way United We Sleep](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/united-way-united-we-sleep/) - United Way United We Sleep - [United Way Coffee and Causes: Button Up to Improve Your Home's Energy Efficiency](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/united-way-coffee-and-causes-button-up-to-improve-your-homes-energy-efficiency/) - United Way Coffee and Causes: Button Up to Improve Your Home’s Energy Efficiency - [United Way "Coffee and Causes": Meals on Wheels](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/united-way-coffee-and-causes-meals-on-wheels/) - Merrimack, NH – The United Way of Greater Nashua invites community members to join “Giving Back through Meal Delivery and Friendly Visits” on Friday, November 1, 2024, at 10:30 AM at the Merrimack Public Library. This free event will explore the impact of two essential programs—Meals on Wheels and Senior Companions—and highlight ways volunteers can - [United Way “Care-E-Oke” Fundraiser](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/united-way-care-e-oke-fundraiser/) - United Way “Care-E-Oke” Fundraiser - [United Way “Gleaning United”](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/united-way-gleaning-united/) - Nashua, NH – Hunger remains a significant challenge across the country, with many families facing tough decisions between essentials like food and shelter. United Way of Greater Nashua, in partnership with Hillsborough County Gleaners, held its third annual "Gleaning United - Food Harvesting Day of Caring" at Kimball Fruit Farm in Pepperell, MA, to address - [United Way “Protecting Your Identity Online"](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/united-way-tech-connect-united/) - United Way “Protecting Your Identity Online” - [United Way “Coffee and Causes”: Preventing Falls and Fires at Home](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/united-way-coffee-and-causes-preventing-falls-and-fires-at-home/) - United Way “Coffee and Causes”: Preventing Falls and Fires at Home - [United Way “Tech Access for All”](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/united-way-tech-access-for-all/) - United Way “Tech Access for All” - [United Way “Digital Navigators”](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/united-way-digital-navigators/) - United Way “Digital Navigators” - [United Way “SNAP Benefits for Older Adults”](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/united-way-snap-benefits-for-older-adults/) - United Way “SNAP Benefits for Older Adults” - [Volunteers for Nashua Overnight Warming Stations](https://unitedwaynashua.org/featured/volunteers-for-nashua-overnight-warming-stations/) - Volunteers for Nashua Overnight Warming Stations - [Call for Laptop Donations from Companies](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/call-for-laptop-donations-from-companies/) - Call for Laptop Donations from Companies - [Reading United Day of Caring](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/reading-united-day-of-caring/) - Reading United Day of Caring - [Overcoming Digital Barriers](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/overcoming-digital-barriers/) - Overcoming Digital Barriers - [Overcoming Digital Barriers](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/overcoming-digital-barriers-2/) - Overcoming Digital Barriers - [Digital Dreamers Project](https://unitedwaynashua.org/featured/digital-dreamers-project/) - Digital Dreamers Project - [Scam Alert Email List](https://unitedwaynashua.org/featured/scam-alert-email-list/) - # - [United Way Wine Tasting, Skydiving, Rappelling](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/united-way-wine-tasting-skydiving-rappelling/) - United Way Wine Tasting, Skydiving, Rappelling - [Shoebox for Seniors Project](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/shoebox-for-seniors-project-2/) - NASHUA – With the New Year just beginning, United Way wants to help keep everyone’s attention on our low-income, homebound seniors. Inflation is hitting many households hard, and some of our elderly neighbors just can’t afford the necessities and small extras that make life more comfortable. So, throughout the month of January, we are asking - [Over the Edge Rappelling Fundraiser Planning](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/over-the-edge-rappelling-fundraiser-planning/) - United Way of Greater Nashua planning Annual “Over the Edge” Rappeling Fundraiser for June 27/28at Brady-Sullivan Tower in ManchesterUnited Way is once again planning to rappel from the rooftop of Brady-Sullivan’s 24 story, 300-foot-hightower at 1000 Elm Street in Manchester! This year’s event will take place on June 27 and June 28involving one hundred or - [United Way of Greater Nashua Receives Highest Rating for Fourth Consecutive Year](https://unitedwaynashua.org/news/united-way-of-greater-nashua-receives-highest-rating-for-fourth-consecutive-year/) - NASHUA – United Way of Greater Nashua has once again, been honored to be the recipient of Charity Navigator’s coveted highest rating for demonstrating strong financial health and commitment to accountability and transparency. In the award letter, President and CEO, Michael Thatcher wrote, “[Charity Navigator] is proud to announce United Way of Greater Nashua has - [Nor'easter Fundraiser Blasts its Way to Nashua](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/noreaster-fundraiser-blasts-its-way-to-nashua/) - NASHUA – The United Way 2023 Nashua Nor’easter Winter Walk/Run/Drive Community Fundraiser will take place February 26 – March 4. This year’s event has been built to showcase how almost everyone can actively demonstrate their support for the many non-profit organizations that provide essential services in our community. This major fundraiser is like a “Build - [United Way Community Food Drive and Women's Hygiene Supplies Drive](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/united-way-community-food-drive-and-womens-hygiene-supplies-drive/) - NASHUA, NH - If you have two hours to spare on a Saturday or Sunday, United Way of Greater Nashua would love your help at a Community Food Drive or Women’s Hygiene Supplies Drive! United Way’s weekly Food Drives take place at stores all around the Greater Nashua area and supply pantries that serve the - ["Learn United" Tutoring Program](https://unitedwaynashua.org/news/learn-united-tutoring-program/) - United Way of Greater Nashua’s volunteer-driven “Learn United” tutoring program is growing! Volunteer tutors are needed to work with children in grades K - 12 in math, literacy, or science. This program offers free tutoring services to children in the community who need tutoring in a particular subject, or general assistance with schoolwork. Volunteers for this - [United Way of Greater Nashua Awards $1.1 Million to Area Non-Profits](https://unitedwaynashua.org/news/united-way-of-greater-nashua-awards-1-1-million-to-area-non-profits/) - NASHUA—An Award Ceremony was held recently for recipients of United Way of Greater Nashua’s Community Impact Fund grants. A total of $1.1 Million will be dispersed over the next three years to thirty-three programs of twenty-five nonprofit agencies who are achieving impact in health, education, or economic mobility. Once every three years, United Way invites - [Gate City Light Aware Open for Nominations](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/gate-city-light-aware-open-for-nominations/) - NASHUA— Each year, in honor of National Volunteer Week, the Nashua Mayor’s Volunteer Recognition Committee presents the Gate City Light Award. This award recognizes a Nashua organization and its volunteers for giving their time in the spirit of community and caring, and for making significant contributions to the people of Nashua. Nominations for this award - [Community Baby Shower 2023](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/community-baby-shower-2023/) - NASHUA – Each year United Way of Greater Nashua’s hosts a Community Baby Shower designed to help new and expecting low-income parents in the Greater Nashua area. In addition to offering the almost 60 attendees the opportunity to visit with 20+ agencies who serve parents and children, new families are invited to select items from - [Nashua Soup Kitchen and Shelter Pop Up Pantries](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/nashua-soup-kitchen-and-shelter-pop-up-pantries/) - NASHUA – Free fresh food has been available to Nashua area residents at “Pop-Up Pantries”, organized by United Way of Greater Nashua, every weekday since their inception in April 2020. So far, United Way of Greater Nashua volunteers have had more than 24,500 interactions with families picking up groceries from the Pop-Up Pantries, which are - [Recycle Your Electronics and Support Low-Income Learners](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/recycle-your-electronics-and-support-low-income-learners/) - NASHUA – United Way of Greater Nashua encourages you to participate in their United w(E)- Recycle to support the Greater Nashua School Supply Pantry. Electronic donations will be accepted at their location at 20 Broad Street in Nashua on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, April 21 – 23. The MI-Box is open from 9 am – - [Nashua Public Library Volunteer Fair](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/nashua-public-library-volunteer-fair-2/) - NASHUA – Are you interested in volunteering with a local nonprofit but are unsure where your skills could be best used? On May 18th from 4pm to 7pm United Way of Greater Nashua and the Nashua Public Library are partnering for the first time since June 2019 to bring together 40 nonprofits who are looking - [St Joseph Hospital Wins Gate City Light Award](https://unitedwaynashua.org/news/12344/) - NASHUA – On Tuesday, May 9th, St. Joseph Hospital was presented the “Gate City Light” Award by Mayor Donchess and the City of Nashua’s Mayor’s Volunteer Recognition Committee. This award recognizes an organization and its volunteers for “giving their time in the spirit of community, caring, and making significant contributions to the people of Nashua.” - [Kevin Slattery Memorial Food Drive](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/kevin-slattery-memorial-food-drive-2/) - NASHUA – Thirteen food pantries located in Nashua and the surrounding towns will receive a bounty of food donations during the first week in June thanks to United Way of Greater Nashua’s annual “Kevin Slattery Memorial Food Drive”. This year’s drive, created in memory of long-time United Way board member Kevin Slattery, will take place - [Over the Edge Rappelling Fundraiser](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/over-the-edge-rappelling-fundraiser/) - NASHUA – If you were on Elm Street in Manchester on June 27th you may have seen a strange sight; people climbing down the side of the 24 story Brady Sullivan Plaza at 1000 Elm Street. Despite the recent heavy rain and thunderstorms, the supporters and staff of 30 New Hampshire nonprofits were fortunate to - [Rod Hansen Memorial School Supplies Drive](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/rod-hansen-memorial-school-supplies-drive/) - Each year, United Way of Greater Nashua holds a collection drive to restock their Rod Hansen / TAPP School Supply Pantry for the year to come. The School Supply Pantry, located at the United Way office at 20 Broad Street in Nashua, is a collaboration between United Way of Greater Nashua and the Teachers and - [Little Free Pantry](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/little-free-pantry/) - United Way of Greater Nashua is thrilled to announce their new “Little Free Pantry” – a shed stocked with free nonperishable items open to the public 24 hours a day. The pantry is located outside Crossway Christan Church at 33 Pine Street in Nashua. The pantry was designed with the idea that people experiencing food - [Coffee and Causes: Monthly Talks for Seniors](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/coffee-and-causes-monthly-talks-for-seniors/) - United Way of Greater Nashua is thrilled to be re-starting their monthly “Coffee and Causes” talks for seniors this September 8th. United Way would like to invite seniors (and those who support them) to join them on Friday, September 8th at the Nashua Senior Activity Center at 10:30am for a conversation with representatives from the - [United We Sleep](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/united-we-sleep/) - This will be the 8th year that United Way of Greater Nashua hosts one of its key fundraisers, “United We Sleep”, a unique event in which participants experience a night of homelessness by sleeping overnight with only cardboard boxes and similar materials as shelter. The event is set to take place starting on the night - [National TechSpark Program](https://unitedwaynashua.org/news/national-techspark-program/) - Nashua, New Hampshire – United Way of Greater Nashua announced today that they will be working with Microsoft TechSpark to foster inclusive economic opportunity, job creation, and innovation in Greater Nashua. Insert additional information about the problem/challenge you are trying to solve and how these efforts will help. United Way of Greater Nashua is (describe - [Skydive United](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/skydive-united/) - United Way of Greater Nashua will host its fourth annual "Skydive United" fundraiser on Saturday, August 26th. Spots are still available for any adventurous people interested in raising money for causes in our community. At last year's event, along with some experienced skydivers, eight people skydived for the first time at Pepperell Airport. "We are - [Care-E-Oke Fundraiser](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/care-e-oke-fundraiser/) - United Way of Greater Nashua invites community members of all vocal talents to join them for their first annual "Care-E-Oke" fundraiser on Wednesday, October 25th from 6 - 9PM at the Nashua Center for the Arts. Participants do not have to sing like Aretha Franklin to engage in this fundraiser which aims to hit a - [Learn United Tutoring](https://unitedwaynashua.org/news/learn-united-tutoring/) - United Way of Greater Nashua is seeking volunteers and new students to participate in the Learn United Tutoring program. This program offers free tutoring services to children in the community who need tutoring in a specific subject or assistance with general schoolwork. The goal of this program is to make sure that every student in - [Coffee and Causes: Advocacy Essentials Talk for Seniors](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/coffee-and-causes-advocacy-essentials-talk-for-seniors/) - United Way would like to invite seniors (and those who support them) to join them at the Rogers Memorial Library in Hudson at 11:30am on Friday, October 6th for a conversation about Advocacy with representatives from New Futures, a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization that advocates, educates, and collaborates to improve the health and wellness of all New Hampshire residents through policy change and - [Gleaning United](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/gleaning-united/) - On Monday October 16th, United Way of Greater Nashua volunteers hope to harvest a few thousand pounds of food left in the fields of Kimball Fruit Farm after the farm’s initial harvest. The food collected will be donated to places like Tolles Street Mission, Corpus Christi Food Pantry, Salvation Army, Boys and Girls Club of - [Talks for Seniors - Veterans Services](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/talks-for-seniors-veterans-services/) - United Way would like to invite seniors (and those who support them) to join them at the Amherst Town Library in Amherst at 11:30am on Friday, November 3rd for a conversation with Veterans Service Officers from the NH Division of Veterans Services who will share ways in which they assist NH veterans and/or their dependents in securing their federal or state veterans benefits - [Getting Back Into Exercise](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/getting-back-into-exercise/) - Getting Back Into Exercise - [“Let’s Talk” Weekly Online Conversations for Older Adults](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/lets-talk-weekly-online-conversations-for-older-adults/) - “Let’s Talk” Weekly Online Conversations for Older Adults - [United Way VITA Tax Preparation](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/united-way-vita-tax-preparation-2/) - United Way VITA Tax Preparation - [Shoebox for Seniors Project](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/shoebox-for-seniors-project/) - Shoebox for Seniors Project - [Free IRS-Certified Tax Preparation](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/free-irs-certified-tax-preparation/) - Free IRS-Certified Tax Preparation - [Laptop Donation Program](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/laptop-donation-program/) - Nashua —United Way of Greater Nashua is proud to announce the initiation of its Laptop Donation Program, Tech Connect United, a community-driven effort aimed at addressing digital equity by providing access to technology for those in need. The Tech Connect United Laptop Donation Program encourages individuals to contribute their working laptops, tablets, or smartphones to - [Stepping Stones Transportation Grant](https://unitedwaynashua.org/news/stepping-stones-transportation-grant/) - Stepping Stones Transportation Grant - [Exploring Transit in Greater Nashua](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/exploring-transit-in-greater-nashua/) - Exploring Transit in Greater Nashua - [Tech Connect United - Digital Navigators](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/tech-connect-united-digital-navigators/) - Tech Connect United – Digital Navigators - [Coffee and Causes: Home Repair Help](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/coffee-and-causes-home-repair-help/) - Coffee and Causes: Home Repair Help - [Talk on Transit Options in Nashua](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/talk-on-transit-options-in-nashua/) - Talk on Transit Options in Nashua - [Community Baby Shower 2024](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/community-baby-shower-2024/) - Community Baby Shower 2024 - [Gate City Light Award Nominations Open for 2024](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/gate-city-light-award-nominations-open-for-2024/) - Gate City Light Award Nominations Open for 2024 - [Coffee and Causes: Future of Elder Care in New Hampshire](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/coffee-and-causes-future-of-elder-care-in-new-hampshire/) - Coffee and Causes: Future of Elder Care in New Hampshire - [United Way & Nashua Soup Kitchen and Shelter Pop Up Pantries](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/united-way-nashua-soup-kitchen-and-shelter-pop-up-pantries/) - United Way & Nashua Soup Kitchen and Shelter Pop Up Pantries - [United Way Donation of Freezers to Local Food Pantries](https://unitedwaynashua.org/featured/united-way-donation-of-freezers-to-local-food-pantries/) - United Way Donation of Freezers to Local Food Pantries - [Nashua Public Library Wins Gate City Light Award](https://unitedwaynashua.org/featured/nashua-public-library-wins-gate-city-light-award/) - Nashua Public Library Wins Gate City Light Award - [Nashua Public Library Volunteer Fair](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/nashua-public-library-volunteer-fair/) - Nashua Public Library Volunteer Fair - [Coffe and Causes: June Mental Health Talk for Older Adults](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/coffe-and-causes-june-mental-health-talk-for-older-adults/) - Coffe and Causes: June Mental Health Talk for Older Adults - [Kevin Slattery Memorial Food Drive](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/kevin-slattery-memorial-food-drive/) - Kevin Slattery Memorial Food Drive - [United Way "Wee Read United" Story Time](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/united-way-wee-read-united-story-time/) - United Way “Wee Read United” Story Time - [United Way: Rod Hansen Memorial School Supplies Drive](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/united-way-rod-hansen-memorial-school-supplies-drive/) - United Way: Rod Hansen Memorial School Supplies Drive - [Coffee and Causes: Cybersecurity Awareness for Older Adults](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/coffee-and-causes-cybersecurity-awareness-for-older-adults/) - Coffee and Causes: Cybersecurity Awareness for Older Adults - [Poker Hand Pub Crawl](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/poker-hand-pub-crawl/) - Poker Hand Pub Crawl - [United Way Shoebox for Seniors Project](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/united-way-shoebox-for-seniors-project/) - United Way Shoebox for Seniors Project - [Looking forward to an amazing 2024 at United Way and in our community!](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/looking-forward-to-an-amazing-2024-at-united-way-and-in-our-community/) - A few weeks ago, I was thrilled to celebrate the end of 2023 with over one hundred United Way volunteers at our end of the year celebration. And we had a lot to celebrate, between community events like our Days of Caring, creative fundraisers like Over the Edge, CARE-E-OKE, and SKYDIVE UNITED, making almost $400K - [Nashua Telegraph / United Way Santa Fund in full swing!](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/nashua-telegraph-united-way-santa-fund-in-full-swing/) - Nashua Telegraph / United Way Santa Fund in full swing! The spirit of the holidays is on full display at the Nashua Telegraph / United Way Santa fund. I can tell you, having personally made several full-carload deliveries of toys and gifts down to the Salvation Army’s toyshop, that the generosity of our community is - [“Coffee and Causes” Getting Back Into Exercise](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/coffee-and-causes-getting-back-into-exercise/) - “Coffee and Causes” Getting Back Into Exercise On Friday, January 5 at 10:30am United Way of Greater Nashua will be holding a talk on the importance of staying active and eating healthful foods. This talk is directed toward seniors, but all are welcome. Experts from the Nashua YMCA and Hannaford supermarket will talk about exercise - [United Way VITA Tax Preparation](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/united-way-vita-tax-preparation/) - Help people as an IRS-Certified Tax Volunteer IRS-certified volunteers are the unsung heroes of tax filing season. Every year, they step up to help taxpayers successfully file their tax returns. Anyone who wants to make a difference in their community, learn about tax preparation and earn continuing education credits should consider volunteering. Last year alone, 35 - ['Spring' into action at United Way!](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/spring-into-action-at-united-way/) - Dare I say it… spring is here! The snowbanks are melted, the forsythia is starting to bloom, and New Englanders are emerging from their winter hibernation. At United Way it means that there are a lot of great ways to get involved over the next few months. I would like to cover just a few - [FREE volunteer-driven tutoring through Learn United!](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/free-volunteer-driven-tutoring-through-learn-united/) - Parents, could your student use help catching up this summer? Learn United is a FREE volunteer-driven tutoring service that can offer your child academic support now and throughout the 2021-2022 school year. Science, math, literacy. Email tutoring@unitedway.org or register now. Free remote or in-person tutoring by vetted volunteers is offered at the following local sites: - [United Way of Greater Nashua wins pair of local awards](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/united-way-of-greater-nashua-wins-pair-of-local-awards/) - The United Way of Greater Nashua was recently recognized with two prestigious regional awards. On Tuesday, May 25th, United Way received the “Gate City Light” Award from Mayor Donchess and the City of Nashua. This award recognizes an organization and its volunteers for “giving their time in the spirit of community, caring, and making significant - [Volunteer Spotlight - Rachel Caliguiri](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/volunteer-spotlight-rachel-caliguiri/) - Rachel Caliguiri studied psychology so she can pursue a career as a counselor for people with disabilities, “I have always had a passion for helping other people." Rachel was born with a physical disability, Cerebral Palsy, and uses assistive devices such as a walker or crutches to get around, although she is working on learning - [Volunteer Spotlight - Puspa Man Joshi](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/volunteer-spotlight-puspa-man-joshi/) - Puspa Man Joshi and his family emigrated from Nepal in 1985 to further Puspa’s studies, and immediately began investing in their community. Puspa completed his master’s in transportation planning and a doctorate in city and regional planning from Ohio State University. While in Ohio, Puspa and his wife gave their time weekly for two years, - [United Way of Greater Nashua Distributes $192,424 in Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) Grant Funds to Local Organizations](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/efsp/) - United Way of Greater Nashua Distributes $192,424 in Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) Grant Funds to Local Organizations Recipients can utilize grants to supplement unmet emergency food and shelter program needs. Nashua, NH: United Way of Greater Nashua is pleased to announce that it has successfully distributed Emergency Food and Shelter Program Grant - [United Way Mobilizes Volunteers to Make 15,000 Meals for Families in Need](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/united-way-mobilizes-volunteers-to-make-15000-meals-for-families-in-need/) - United Way Mobilizes Volunteers to Make 15,000 Meals for Families in Need 15 New Hampshire Food Pantries Benefit Nashua, NH (April 9, 2021) -- The United Way of Greater Nashua kicked off the first of five 2021 Days of Caring events in a big way at the Adult Learning Center on April 7. In just - [Can we put an end to youth homelessness in our community?](https://unitedwaynashua.org/inspiration/can-we-put-an-end-to-youth-homelessness-in-our-community/) - Can we put an end to youth homelessness in our community? I’ll be honest with you: some problems can feel really overwhelming to me. When that’s the case it’s usually because of a combination of complexity and severity. Such is the case with youth homelessness. For several years now we’ve become more and more - [Take Five and Join Us for $5 FRIDAYS UNITED!](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/take-five-and-join-us-for-5-fridays-united/) - What Are You Doing at Noon on Fridays? Take Five and Join Us for $5 FRIDAYS UNITED Every Friday at noon, United Way President Michael Apfelberg is taking us behind the scenes of a different Greater Nashua nonprofit partner LIVE on Facebook to show us what they are doing to make our community safe, - [United Way Seeking Volunteer Tutors](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/united-way-seeking-volunteer-tutors/) - [United Way “Blizzard Blast” Racers and Donors Raise Over $24K for Local COVID Relief](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/united-way-blizzard-blast-racers-and-donors-raise-over-24k-for-local-covid-relief/) - United Way “Blizzard Blast” Racers and Donors Raise Over $24K for Local COVID Relief 21 Greater Nashua Nonprofits Benefit Written by: Kim Witkoskie Nashua, NH (February 24, 2021) -- The United Way of Greater Nashua’s 3rd Annual Blizzard Blast took a different format this year because of COVID-19, and the results were as exceptional as - [Updated Winter Food Resources in Nashua during Covid-19](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/updated-winter-food-resources-in-nashua-during-covid-19/) - The Nashua School District Food Service Program has added an additional bus route for school meal delivery. Check out the latest resource documents and links. The bus routes are listed as well as other meal and food services available to the community. Winter Food Resources in Nashua During Covid-19 - English Winter Food Resources in - [United Way “Blizzard Blast” goes virtual for 2021, Spotlights Greater Nashua Nonprofits Partners, and raises funds for COVID relief](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/united-way-blizzard-blast-goes-virtual-for-2021-spotlights-greater-nashua-nonprofits-partners-and-raises-funds-for-covid-relief/) - PRESS RELEASE Nashua, January 19, 2021 United Way of Greater Nashua’s winter obstacle course race, the Blizzard Blast, will be very different this year due to COVID. Instead of being a single day event in Mine Falls Park, the planning team has created a virtual event with 5k, 10k, or half-marathon options. As part of - [United Way Seeks COVID-19 Vaccination / Testing Volunteers](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/united-way-seeks-covid-19-vaccination-testing-volunteers/) - WMUR coverage as we strive to meet the vaccination and testing need with volunteers https://youtu.be/Iw0oqiv2heU - [Amazon donates cold weather gear to support those less fortunate](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/amazon-donates-cold-weather-gear-to-support-those-less-fortunate/) - In a move to support local low-income residents this winter, Amazon has generated $7,500 worth of cold weather gear to United Way of Greater Nashua. The donation, which includes such items as snow pants, mittens, scarves, and jackets, comes just in time to help the community get through a tough New England Winter. United Way - [United Way of Greater Nashua Donates $7K in Gift Cards to Local Healthcare Heroes](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/united-way-of-greater-nashua-donates-7k-in-gift-cards-to-local-healthcare-heroes/) - On December 22, representatives of the United Way of Greater Nashua presented St. Joseph Hospital and Southern New Hampshire Health each with 350 gift cards to local eateries to support their frontline Healthcare Heroes. The program is the result of a fundraiser in which the community donated $7,000 to support nurses, nursing assistants, doctors, technicians, - [United Way Delivers 100 Laptops to Hudson School District - Thank you Skillsoft!](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/united-way-delivers-100-laptops-to-hudson-school-district-thank-you-skillsoft/) - Just before Thanksgiving, Skillsoft donated 500 devices to the United Way Learn United program which supports communities in the greater Nashua area. Mike Apfelberg, President, United Way of Greater Nashua delivered laptops donated by Skillsoft to the Hudson School District on Friday. Pictured above are Mike Apfelberg, Kyle Hancock, Director of Technology and Jordan Bagnell, - [Nashua students learning English to get some in-person class time](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/nashua-students-learning-english-to-get-some-in-person-class-time/) - Houghton, Kimberly. "Nashua students learning English to get some in-person class time." Unionleader.com, NH Union Leader, 19 Nov 2020, https://www.unionleader.com/news/education/nashua-students-learning-english-to-get-some-in-person-class-time/article_a2ce1a9e-2ed6-569c-bd42-6a6b9cc5653f.html While students in Nashua navigate the challenges associated with remote learning, extra assistance is now being offered to children who speak English as a second language. “Nashua is the most diverse community in the state, - [United Way of Greater Nashua receives $146K grant to support remote learning](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/united-way-of-greater-nashua-receives-146k-grant-to-support-remote-learning/) - United Way of Greater Nashua receives grant to support remote learning The United Way of Greater Nashua has received a $146K grant to support English Language Learner (ELL) students during the COVID Pandemic with remote learning. The grant was approved by the NH Department of Education, using CARES Act funding, and being administered by the - [United Way of Greater Nashua - Upcoming Events](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/united-way-of-greater-nashua-upcoming-events/) - [New Tutoring Service being offered for Gate City kids](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/new-tutoring-service-being-offered-for-gate-city-kids/) - Learn United is a new, free tutoring service being offered in the Gate City starting in October. Aiming to provide academic support to Nashua youth during the pandemic, several agencies are working together to create a collaborative of tutors who will assist children in need. Learn United is a new partnership led by - [There Will Never Be Equity Without Equal Access to Justice](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/there-will-never-be-equity-without-equal-access-to-justice/) - I wanted to share this important call to action from Brian Gallagher of United Way Worldwide. We must work harder together on this topic. It is not enough to be outraged...we must do better than feel bad. Racism is not an issue just for some. It hurts all of us. It stifles our community from - [Mask Nashua Strong featured on WMUR](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/mask-nashua-strong-featured-on-wmur/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=59tR3Hvub4s&feature=youtu.be - [As malls reopen today, face masks on offer](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/as-malls-reopen-today-face-masks-on-offer/) - With some New Hampshire malls scheduled to reopen on Monday, efforts are being made to ensure that shoppers will have face masks available if they wish to use them in stores. The United Way of Greater Nashua is organizing a group of volunteers to distribute masks to shoppers at the Pheasant Lane Mall in - [United Way Food Drive featured on WMUR](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/united-way-food-drive-featured-on-wmur/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jnBd1I9Z6jg - [Planning community-wide food drive for Saturday, May 2nd](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/planning-community-wide-food-drive-for-saturday-may-2nd/) - In support of 12 different local food pantries and animal shelters, United Way of Greater Nashua is teaming up with 21 different local grocery stores for a food drive. The event takes place this Saturday between 9 am and 2 pm. During this time, shoppers at these stores can purchase an item or two from - [Nonprofits to benefit from dining program](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/nonprofits-to-benefit-from-dining-program/) - The United Way of Greater Nashua has launched a new program to benefit local restaurants and raise money for their COVID-19 Emergency Relief Fund for Greater Nashua. DINE UNITED features a weekly lineup of restaurants that have signed on to help with United Way’s efforts to aid local nonprofits in the area by donating - [Nashua food distribution plowing ahead](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/nashua-food-distribution-plowing-ahead/) - During the COVID-19 crisis, United Way volunteers and community partners have continued to make great progress distributing food to local families. As of this past Friday, the school breakfast and lunch program had distributed 25,474 nutritious meals to local school children, operating across the city in 10 schools and 16 bus stops. The - [United Way offers grocery delivery to Greater Nashua](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/united-way-offers-grocery-delivery-to-greater-nashua/) - Over the weekend, United Way of Greater Nashua launched an online program that delivers groceries of a user's choice to their home during the COVID-19 pandemic. According to President Michael Apfelberg, the Shop United program is designed for individuals living anywhere in the greater Nashua region who are home bound, either from quarantine or - [NSK&S may use parking lot as overflow space](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/nsks-may-use-parking-lot-as-overflow-space/) - As unemployment claims skyrocket across the state, the Nashua Soup Kitchen & Shelter is preparing for what could result in an increased need for shelter space. While space is limited, NSK&S secured camping gear Friday morning from United Way of Greater Nashua that will be used in the event shelter space has reached capacity, - [Donations dropped off at United Way of Greater Nashua](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/donations-dropped-off-at-united-way-of-greater-nashua/) - A truck-full of donated items for area nonprofits were dropped off at the United Way of Greater Nashua office Friday morning, following a successful collection drive run by the Division of Public Works earlier in the week. For a few hours each day, from Monday through Wednesday, the city collected various items during its - [United Way receives endowment grant for COVID-19 Emergent Need Response Fund](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/6970/) - Two days ago, the United Way of Greater Nashua announced the establishment of the COVID-19 Emergent Need Response Fund, which is designed to support all local nonprofits in Greater Nashua with needs related to the coronavirus that might have otherwise been unanticipated. Monday morning, United Way President Mike Apfelberg said the Endowment for Health, - [More than 5,000 meals distributed to students during COVID-19 closures](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/more-than-5000-meals-distributed-to-students-during-covid-19-closures/) - In a strong collaborative effort, the Nashua School District teamed up with United Way of Greater Nashua, the Nashua Teacher’s Union, the Boys and Girls Club of Greater Nashua, and the Nashua Soup Kitchen and Shelter to begin distribution of meals to students this week. The program started on Monday with 408 meals, prepared in - [United Way establishes $20k Fund](https://unitedwaynashua.org/news/united-way-establishes-20k-fund/) - As part of United Way’s response to coronavirus/COVID-19, they have established a $20,000 urgent needs community fund to support local nonprofits with extraordinary expenses. These expenses could be anything from purchasing supplies or food to bringing in staff to clean and disinfect. Local nonprofits are on the front lines and a community safety net, - [A Note from a Resource Development Team Member on COVID-19 Response](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/a-note-from-a-resource-development-team-member-on-covid-19-response/) - Each of us is confronting the Coronavirus in different ways. Some are self-quarantining, practicing social distancing, home schooling and yes, some are ill. All are facing this virus and doing what they can to help their communities. As many of you know I have been volunteering with the United Way of Greater Nashua’s COVID-19 Rapid - [Shop United featured on WMUR](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/shop-united-featured-on-wmur/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gT7wuyJXl5o&feature=youtu.be - [Open letter to United Way volunteers in the time of Covid-19](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/open-letter-to-united-way-volunteers-in-the-time-of-covid-19/) - Dear Friend, On behalf of the United Way crew, Sara, Liz, and myself, as well as a grateful community, I wanted to take a moment to express our deep gratitude for the volunteering work you have been doing with us during the coronavirus pandemic. Your work, on the front lines, is ACTUALLY saving lives. - [New grocery shopping service launches in Nashua for those in need](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/new-grocery-shopping-service-launches-in-nashua-for-those-in-need/) - A pregnant Nashua mother with two young children was desperate to purchase two gallons of milk for her family, but with a stay-at-home order in place and public transit limited, the typical errand seemed like a monumental task. That is when Samantha Cassista of Bedford, a volunteer with the United Way of Greater Nashua, - [We need to do something about youth homelessness](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/we-need-to-do-something-about-youth-homelessness/) - Laura is 16 years old. She is a junior in high school. She works hard and gets pretty good grades. She would like to go to community college when she graduates, and she is looking forward to junior prom. She also lives with her parents and her little brother in a motel room because last - [ACEs, trauma, toxic stress](https://unitedwaynashua.org/news/aces-trauma-toxic-stress/) - What would you do or say if somebody came along and told you the secret to living 20 years longer? What if somebody told you they had the secret to reducing suicide risk by 1,200 percent? How about if they told you they knew how to reduce the likelihood of you becoming addicted to alcohol - [Summer 2019 Newsletter](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/summer-2019-newsletter/) - Spring of this year was VERY filled with events and impactful activity. Check it all out in our Summer 2019 Newsletter here: 2019_Summer_Newsletter_01 - [Learn more about ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences)](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/learn-more-about-aces-adverse-childhood-experiences/) - In this edition of our monthly column in the Nashua Telegraph we explore the subject of childhood trauma, toxic stress, and creating a more resilient community. Learn more here: aces - [Human Trafficking Summit in Nashua](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/human-trafficking-summit-in-nashua/) - Recently United Way partnered with other organizations and individuals to hold a summit in our community about the very important subject of human trafficking. Thank you to the Nashua Telegraph for covering this event and helping us to put a spotlight on this important topic. Human Trafficking Nashua Telegraph 101619 - [A new way for volunteers to connect… coming soon to Greater Nashua!](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/a-new-way-for-volunteers-to-connect-coming-soon-to-greater-nashua/) - If you ask any nonprofit leader, they will tell you that volunteers are the lifeblood of their organizations. In today’s world, volunteers perform many roles. They organize events. They write grants. They help with collections. They drive, pack, mentor, and paint. In fact, you can probably pick almost any nonprofit role and find that volunteers - [Veterans Court – An effective community resource](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/veterans-court-an-effective-community-resource/) - Over the past two columns in this space we’ve explored first the “Drug Court” and then next the “Mental Health Court.” As the third installment in this series, I invite you to learn with me a little about the “Veterans Court.” The Nashua Veterans Court has been operating since 2014 and began as an outgrowth - [United Way Volunteers Deliberate To Meet Our Greatest Needs](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/united-way-volunteers-deliberate-to-meet-our-greatest-needs/) - While many were enjoying the fabulous late-summer evenings of August, more than 20 United Way volunteers explored the numerous ways our community is served by non-profit agencies. These reviews included online reading and research as well as one-on-one meetings with every local agency that had applied for funding. It meant a number of long nights - [Mental Health – Change Begins With How We Think About It](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/mental-health-change-begins-with-how-we-think-about-it/) - By Mike Apfelberg and Cynthia Whitaker Strong communities happen when every individual has the opportunity to contribute to their greatest potential. That potential exists in large part because we have the support of a loving family or a circle of caring friends, a good education, and good health, mentally and physically. Perhaps as a result - [Social Isolation – A killer island in our midst?](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/social-isolation-a-killer-island-in-our-midst/) - By Mike Apfelberg and Meghan Brady We are grateful to the Nashua Telegraph for giving us this space each month to discuss some of our community’s tougher social issues. This aligns perfectly with United Way’s mission of fighting for the health, education, and economic mobility of every person in our community. This month, we have - [Making community impact work the United Way](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/making-community-impact-work-the-united-way/) - A challenge to every non-profit organization is to communicate in clear terms its mission and then to demonstrate how that mission is relevant. The better job the organization does at this, the more likely it will be to attract volunteers and donors who will bring that mission to life. At United Way, we are introduced - [Reducing harm and providing hope through syringe services](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/reducing-harm-and-providing-hope-through-syringe-services/) - For those of you who regularly read my monthly column in the Telegraph, you are aware that the subject matter has been wide ranging. We’ve touched upon topics as diverse as fundraising, mental health stigma, caring for homebound elderly, and homelessness. This month, I’d like to take you in a very different direction and talk - [Sleeping in a box to change community](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/sleeping-in-a-box-to-change-community/) - True story. A few days ago I received a phone call from a young lady who we will call “Andrea” about a personal and imminent situation she is facing. Andrea will be turning 18 this weekend and has been in foster care since she was 12. She has a job and got her High School - [Would you go “Over the Edge” to support your community?](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/would-you-go-over-the-edge-to-support-your-community/) - There is very little more fundamental to the existence of any non-profit organization than fundraising. Every non-profit needs to raise enough money to sustain itself and do its good work in the community. One dilemma which I see frequently in our community, however, is that there are a limited number of potential donors in a - [Nashua’s Other Children](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/nashuas-other-children/) - The purpose of this column is to provide Telegraph readers with topics that align with United Way’s mission to fight for the health, education, and economic mobility of every person in our community and to offer the reader avenues by which to become involved in some new way in improving our community. Today’s topic centers - [Mental Health Court – A pathway forward](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/mental-health-court-a-pathway-forward/) - In this space last month we discussed an alternative sentencing and treatment program called drug court. As a follow up and continuation of that discussion, this month I’d like to discuss a different, but related, program in our community called “Mental Health Court.” This is a program which is a little bit older than drug - [United Way looks forward to 2017](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/united-way-looks-forward-to-2017/) - Let’s all take a deep breath as we attempt to put the contentious year of 2016 firmly in our rear-view mirrors! This was a year dominated by the Presidential Campaign and punctuated by headlines at the top of which was the opioid crisis. Upon further reflection, however, we have much to be proud of in - [A community conversation about veterans, mental health, and the law](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/a-community-conversation-about-veterans-mental-health-and-the-law/) - Back in October I wrote in this column about the “Veterans Court.” At the time I indicated that “The Nashua Veterans Court has been operating since 2014 and began as an outgrowth of our Mental Health Court. The basic premise is really quite simple, but also profound: combat veterans, because of their experiences, are a - [Investing in the community – access to healthcare](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/investing-in-the-community-access-to-healthcare/) - Very frequently part of my job at United Way is to speak with employers and employees about how donations they make funnel through our process to make an impact in the community. As an organization, we focus on the needs of the overall community in terms of health, education, and economic mobility, rather than being - [How can YOU make a dent in homelessness in Greater Nashua?](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/how-can-you-make-a-dent-in-homelessness-in-greater-nashua/) - Something I often hear people lament is their inability to make a meaningful difference. Indeed, sometimes our problems can feel so overwhelming, large, and intractable that it’s hard to know where one can even begin. This month I’d like to give a few simple ideas about how to make a difference in Greater Nashua when - [Drug court: A program which is changing lives in our community](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/drug-court-a-program-which-is-changing-lives-in-our-community/) - The thing I love most about my job is the opportunity to get out and witness, first hand, some of the amazing and life changing work being done in our community. Last week I had one of these opportunities as I had the chance to attend the “graduation” of 7 individuals from the Hillsborough County-South - [Giving thanks for the blessings of 2017](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/giving-thanks-for-the-blessings-of-2017/) - The leaves are changing colors and that reminds me that the Holidays are just around the corner. My favorite Holiday is and always has been Thanksgiving. I love the idea of sitting back, taking stock, and expressing gratitude for the good things in our lives, whether those be personal, professional, or otherwise. One doesn’t need - [A new approach to first aid](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/a-new-approach-to-first-aid/) - At United Way, our mission is to fight for the health, education, and economic mobility of every person in our community. This past weekend I had some opportunity to reflect on mental health, which continues to be a serious health issue for Greater Nashua. In years past, we have treated mental health as something very - [Day of Caring – After 25 Years, We’re changing it up!](https://unitedwaynashua.org/uncategorized/day-of-caring-after-25-years-were-changing-it-up/) - It seems hard to believe, but last year marked United Way’s 25th Annual Day of Caring. Over the course of those 25 years, our volunteers, numbering in the thousands, have painted hundreds of walls, built community gardens, dug in the dirt at numerous area non-profits, and even worked to modernize and clean up the pet ## Pages - [Home](https://unitedwaynashua.org/) - United is the Way Giving CircleWould you give one dollar a day to uplift the community?Support now! NEVER MISS AN OPPORTUNITY TO BE INVOLVED Subscribe to our newsletter below! Δ Call for Laptop Donations from CompaniesAugust 15, 2026United Way of Greater Nashua Calls for Laptop Donations to Support Local Community Members Nashua, NH – United - [Rosie's Pantry](https://unitedwaynashua.org/home/our-work/community-resources/rosies-pantry/) - Rosie's Pantry Free Period, Incontinence, and Hygiene Supplies Rosie's Pantry helps members of our community access essential hygiene products at no cost. We provide period products, incontinence supplies, and personal hygiene items through our pantry network and community partners. Our wish list can be found HERE. Available Products Pads, tampons, menstrual cups, period underwear, and - [Days of Caring](https://unitedwaynashua.org/days-of-caring/) - Days of Caring Days of Caring are designed to help community members take an active role in a hands-on project that makes an important difference. Throughout the year United Way organizes community service projects focusing on food insecurity, homelessness, new and expectant families, school-age children, and older adults. Volunteers and supporters are always welcome to - [Greater Nashua Memory Cafes](https://unitedwaynashua.org/greater-nashua-memory-cafes/) - Greater Nashua Memory Cafés Free community gatherings for people living with memory loss and their care partners. Join us at the newly-offered Greater Nashua Memory Cafés—a welcoming, stigma-free space to connect, share experiences, and enjoy meaningful programming together. Light refreshments are served, and all activities are designed to be engaging and supportive. - [Who We Are](https://unitedwaynashua.org/about/who-we-are/) - Board of Directors United Way of Greater Nashua is an independent and autonomous organization run by volunteers who live or work in the communities of Amherst, Brookline, Hollis, Hudson, Litchfield, Lyndeborough, Merrimack, Milford, Mont Vernon, Nashua and Wilton. This volunteer Board of Directors makes final decisions regarding all United Way activities and investments in the - [Financial Wellness Workshops](https://unitedwaynashua.org/financial-wellness-workshops/) - Financial Wellness Workshops Free Community Financial Wellness Workshops from United Way of Greater Nashua and Bangor Savings Bank Upcoming Workshops and Registration September 2, 2026 – Financial Fraud: How to Spot and Stop It Learn how to recognize common financial scams, protect your personal and banking information, identify warning signs of fraud, and know what - [Volunteers United](https://unitedwaynashua.org/volunteers-united/) - Volunteers United Connecting People. Strengthening Community. Volunteers United is the volunteer engagement network of United Way of Greater Nashua. We connect community members with meaningful volunteer opportunities that support local nonprofits, schools, community groups, and special initiatives throughout Greater Nashua. By joining Volunteers United, you become part of a community-wide volunteer corps dedicated to making - [Wee Read United - Story Time](https://unitedwaynashua.org/wee-read-united-story-time/) - Wee Read United Helping Greater Nashua Kids Fall in Love with Reading Wee Read United is a community volunteer program in Nashua where adults read books and lead simple activities with preschoolers to build early literacy and excitement about reading. Our volunteers visit early childhood centers and city parks across the - [Digital Literacy Workshops](https://unitedwaynashua.org/digital-literacy/) - Confident Online: Digital Literacy Workshops for All Free Community Workshops from United Way of Greater Nashua and the YMCA of Greater Nashua United Way of Greater Nashua is offering a series of free, beginner-friendly digital literacy workshops designed to help you feel more confident using computers and navigating the online world. Classes are open to - [Laptop Program - Support and Resources](https://unitedwaynashua.org/laptop-support/) - Welcome — Support & Resources This page is here to help you get started with your laptop and connect you to support when you need it. Laptop Help & Troubleshooting If something isn’t working, try these steps first: Restart your laptop Check that you are connected to Wi‑Fi Make sure your laptop is charged or - [LEARN UNITED Tutoring](https://unitedwaynashua.org/home/our-work/community-resources/learn-united/) - LEARN UNITED Tutoring & School Supplies GENERAL INFORMATION Free tutoring is available for children in grades K - 12 in all subjects. This program offers free tutoring services to all children in the community who need tutoring in a particular subject, or general assistance with schoolwork at flexible times. Volunteers for this program work with - [Community Food Resources](https://unitedwaynashua.org/home/our-work/community-resources/food/) - Community Food Resources Pop-Up Pantry Stands Warm-Weather Indoor Locations 4/13 - 10/30 Mondays 11:00am – 12:00pm | Harbor Care, 45 High Street, Nashua Tuesdays 11:00am – 12:00pm | River Pines Mobile Home Park, 34 Birch Ridge Trail Wednesdays 11:00am - 12:00pm | Lamprey Health Care, 22 Prospect Street Thursdays 11:00am – 12:00pm | Nashua Community - [2026 Community Impact Fund Investment Process](https://unitedwaynashua.org/home/our-work/community-investment/2022-25-community-impact-fund-investment-process/) - United Way's Next Investment RFPs for 2026 fiscal year have been completed. A new application for FY2027 will be available for application in October of 2026 Check back here for the link to apply. Thanks for all you do to make our community stronger. For More Information - [Volunteer](https://unitedwaynashua.org/volunteer/) - Lend A Hand In Your Community Volunteer Skills. Purpose. Community. Volunteers are the heart and soul of United Way. Our volunteers are involved in almost every aspect of our organization – from delivering groceries to homebound people to rappelling down a building as part of a fundraiser to making funding decisions and helping manage - [Sponsors and Partners](https://unitedwaynashua.org/sponsors/) - Corporate Sponsors and Partners Helping Reduce Expenses So More Funds Can Help People in Need Becoming a year-round sponsor or sponsoring an event are great ways to stretch your advertising dollars while supporting the local community. United Way offers tremendous exposure to corporate partners who become year-round sponsors. Sponsorships of specific events and community landing - [Greater Nashua Smart Start Coalition - Updated Home Page](https://unitedwaynashua.org/greater-nashua-smart-start-coalition-updated-home-page/) - The Greater Nashua Smart Start Coalition is made up of individuals and organizations that are working together to ensure that every child in our community has the best possible start to life. The Coalition focuses on young families with children from birth to age 8, and the service providers and educators that serve them. The - [Tech Access for All](https://unitedwaynashua.org/tech-connect-united/) - Welcome to Tech Access for All: Bridging the Digital Divide At Tech Access for All, we believe technology can empower people and create opportunities. Our mission is to provide equitable access to technology in Greater Nashua through resources, training, and tools that foster digital literacy and inclusion. Tech Help United: Free Support for Individuals We - [Ongoing Volunteer Projects and Item Collections](https://unitedwaynashua.org/item-collection/) - Ongoing Volunteer Projects and Item Collections The web portal, Volunteer Greater Nashua is a great place for people who are interested in volunteering can find organizations who need help. It can be found at http://www.volunteergreaternashua.org and is hosted by United Way of Greater Nashua. Volunteers can search by the type of project they are interested in, the date range they’d - [How to Refer Families In Need](https://unitedwaynashua.org/home/how-to-refer-families-in-need/) - If you know a family in need of help expecting a new baby or has an infant 18 months or younger living in the Greater Nashua Public Health region which includes Nashua, Brookline, Hollis, Hudson, Litchfield, Lyndeborough, Mason, Merrimack, Milford, Mont Vernon, Pelham, and WIlton. (I'm afraid we do not have the capacity to help - [2026 Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA/TCE) Program](https://unitedwaynashua.org/home/our-work/community-initiatives-fiscal-agency-partnerships/vita/) - VITA/TCE PROGRAM OFFERS FREE TAX PREPARATION SERVICES TO QUALIFIED TAXPAYERS Free tax preparation services are available starting in early February 2026 for Greater Nashua residents through a partnership led by United Way of Greater Nashua, the IRS and other community partners and volunteers. Tax preparation will be done by trained and IRS-certified volunteers at four - [Financials and Policies](https://unitedwaynashua.org/about/financials-and-policies/) - Financials and Policies The following documents and policies concerning United Way of Greater Nashua operations and management are available for viewing/download (all in PDF): IRS Form 990 for FY2023 Audited Financials for FY2023 FY2023 Single Audit Managment Representation Letter for FY2023 IRS Form 990 For FY2024 Audited Financials for FY2024 Management Representation Letter for FY2024 - [About](https://unitedwaynashua.org/about/) - Improving Lives and Strengthening Our Communities United Way of Greater Nashua is an independent, non-profit organization controlled by our local donors. It was established in 1930 when business leaders helped raise $42,677 to assist local families who were suffering from the community’s greatest problems of the time: the Great Depression and the aftermath of the Crown - [Community and Volunteer Recognition Events](https://unitedwaynashua.org/community-and-volunteer-recognition-events/) - Community & Volunteer Recognition Events United Way of Greater Nashua is an active member of the community, and many times supports the efforts of other groups as they work together to make our community stronger. Follow the links below for descriptions of these annual events. Learn United Shout-Out - Teacher Celebration Greater Nashua Volunteer Fair - [Volunteer Opportunities & Item Donations](https://unitedwaynashua.org/home/our-work/community-resources/volunteer-opportunities-item-donations-2/) - Ongoing Volunteer Projects and Item Collection The web portal, Volunteer Greater Nashua is a great place for people who are interested in volunteering can find organizations who need help. It can be found at http://www.volunteergreaternashua.org and is hosted by United Way of Greater Nashua. Volunteers can search by the type of project they are interested - [Footer](https://unitedwaynashua.org/footer/) - United Way is Grateful to Our Sponsors - [Small Business United](https://unitedwaynashua.org/small-business-united/) - “Small Business. Big Heart. Big Impact!” United Way of Greater Nashua honors and recognizes the following Small Business United Partner Companies. By participating in Small Business United, these companies have demonstrated that they are Small Businesses with a Big Heart, Making Big Impact in our local community! Review the sponsorship packet here. Two ways to - [For Service Providers](https://unitedwaynashua.org/home/our-work/safety-net-programs/for-service-providers/) - For Service Providers Grants Available Through United Way of Greater Nashua United Way provides grants to nonprofit service providers that meet community needs identified in our needs assessment and make a measurable improvement in the community and for individuals. United Way does not provide direct cash assistances to individuals. Individuals and Families should seek assistance - [Digital Literacy Flyers](https://unitedwaynashua.org/digital-literacy-flyers/) - Tech Connect United Staying informed about technology can be tricky. We hope these flyers can help. Please let us know if you need one-on-one assistance with these topics, or others. Our “on call digital navigators” are always happy to help! Contact us at techhelp@unitedwaynashua.org or (603)882-4011. - [Fundraising Events](https://unitedwaynashua.org/fundraising-events/) - Fundraising Events United Way of Greater Nashua offers several ways throughout the year for community members – as individuals or in teams – to come together and raise funds to support community safety net initiatives coordinated by UWGN. While many of these events put the “fun” into fundraising, all provide participants with information on the - [Item Donation](https://unitedwaynashua.org/give/itemdonation/) - Item Donation You can help members of our community experiencing homelessness, those who are food insecure, people lacking the resources to purchase menstrual supplies, and low-income students by donating items from the lists below. Rosie’s Pantry FREE Women’s Hygiene Pantry – Located at Girls Inc. on Burke Street in Nashua, this pantry offers free - [How to Apply to UWGN for Funding](https://unitedwaynashua.org/how-to-apply-to-uwgn-for-funding/) - 2026 Community Investment United Way of Greater Nashua uses a simple online google form to manage our Investment Process. Our focus for funding are programs and services that address the most critical needs in Health, Education or Economic Mobility. The following information can help you determine if you are eligible for funding, what needs have - [Give](https://unitedwaynashua.org/give/) - Donate via Credit Card Donate securely by Visa, MasterCard, or American Express Donate via PayPal or Venmo Donate via DAF Direct If you prefer not to donate online, you can download our paper pledge form. Donate to the Community Impact Fund Help support the needs of your community We’re local – Donations to the Community Impact Fund - [Support Resources in Greater Nashua](https://unitedwaynashua.org/home/our-work/community-resources/supportresources/) - Support Resources in Greater Nashua / Recursos de apoyo en Greater Nashua For information about hours of operation and services provided please contact the listed organizations directly. Para obtener información sobre las horas de operaciones y los servicios suministrados, comuníquese directamente con las organizaciones enumeradas. Food Supports / Apoyos alimentarios Nashua Soup Kitchen and Shelter Corpus - [Community Resources](https://unitedwaynashua.org/home/our-work/community-resources/) - Community Resources At United Way of Greater Nashua, we bring our volunteers, partners, donors, and friends together to offer community support to our neighbors who could use a hand up. Current Community Resources Pop-Up Food Pantries – Free fresh fruits and vegetables and other perishable items are available at Pop-Up Pantries around - [News](https://unitedwaynashua.org/blog/) - Article CategoriesDonation BoxesEventsFeaturedInspirationNewsUncategorizedNews Call for Laptop Donations from CompaniesUnited Way of Greater Nashua Calls for Laptop Donations to Support Local Community Members Nashua, NH – United Way of Greater Nashua is urgently seeking laptop donations from local companiesand individuals to support its Laptop Distribution Program. This initiative provides… Read moreUnited Way of Greater Nashua Announces - [Community Needs Assessment](https://unitedwaynashua.org/home/our-work/community-assessment/) - Community Assessment Periodically United Way of Greater Nashua conducts a needs assessment to inform our work. This is a two-step process. The first step is to gather and analyze available data from local, state and federal sources about how our community measures up in the areas of Health, Education and Economic Mobility. This data is - [Help Us Shape Our Community Investment Priorities](https://unitedwaynashua.org/help-us-shape-our-community-investment-priorities/) - Help Us Shape Our Community Investment Priorities Take This Survey Today! As part of our ongoing commitment to support the Health, Education, and Economic Mobility of our community, UWGN is preparing for the next phase of community investment. We are currently conducting a comprehensive needs assessment, using data from a wide range of sources to - [Donation Box Champions](https://unitedwaynashua.org/donation-boxes/) - United Way & NSKS Pop Up Pantries Nashua Pop-Up Pantries Serve Over 40,000 Clients Amid Rising Food Insecurity NASHUA, NH – Since their launch on April 7, 2020, the collaborative Pop-Up Pantries organized by the Nashua Soup Kitchen and Shelter and United Way of Greater Nashua have served a remarkable 40,072… Read more - [Best Ford Cares](https://unitedwaynashua.org/give/best-ford-cares/) - Best Ford Cares — supporting a strong and vibrant community. [pdf-embedder url=”https://unitedwaynashua.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/UWGN-Community-Safety-Net.pdf” title=”UWGN Community Safety Net”]Best Ford is partnering with United Way to create a strong safety net, which helps to ensure that no resident falls through the cracks. Through its partnerships with over 25 community organizations, United Way fights for health, education, and financial - [Video Gallery](https://unitedwaynashua.org/video-gallery/) - Video Gallery - [Easy Ways to Give](https://unitedwaynashua.org/give/easy-ways-to-give/) - Easy Ways to Give Round Up for Change Donating the spare change from your credit card purchases allows the United Way of Nashua to maintain a strong safety net. Here’s how: Create Your Account: Visit https://tinyurl.com/uwgnroundup and fill in your name, email address and create a password. Link Your Cards and Bank: Connect your - [United Way Community Support Boxes](https://unitedwaynashua.org/give/united-way-donation-boxes/) - United Way Donation Boxes What is a community support box? Over the past several months the United Way of Greater Nashua has been working with local merchants to place donation collection boxes on the counters of many of the stores you visit every day. In the next several weeks we are expanding this effort and - [Donation Box locations](https://unitedwaynashua.org/give/united-way-donation-boxes/donation-box-locations/) - Where to find a Donation Box Please support the following businesses by visiting them soon to shop and make your donation to United Way of Greater Nashua. Amherst Casual Cat Picture Framing & Unique Gifts, 141 101A Homestead Grocery & Deli, 432 Boston Post Rd. M + C Clothing & Gifts, 135 State Route - [Contact Us](https://unitedwaynashua.org/contact-us/) - Send Us A Message Fill out the form below, and we will back in touch soon. Your Name (required) Your Email (required) Subject Your Message Δ Contact Information United Way of Greater Nashua 20 Broad Street Nashua, NH 03064 Email: info@unitedwaynashua.org Phone: 603-882-4011 Fax: 603-882-5406 - [Nashua Nor'easter 2022](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/nashua-noreaster/) - Nashua Nor'easter 2022 Register to Walk or Run Today! The United Way of Greater Nashua’s Blizzard Blast is a virtual 5K/10K/half marathon winter walk or run. It is a competitive event, with participants able to win via self-reported time or by points. Keep checking back as we update this event with the courses, the event - [Over the Edge](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/over-the-edge/) - Would you rappel 24 stories because you believe in a cause? In August, 2021, over 20 local non-profits are joining forces to go OVER THE EDGE in support of our community! In August, 100+ individuals will be rappelling down the Brady Sullivan Tower at 1000 Elm Street in Manchester. These individuals are taking up - [United We Sleep](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/united-we-sleep/) - United We Sleep Take a Stand Against Homelessness in Our Community We live in a beautiful community and it is sometimes all too easy to forget that there exists a level of poverty which many of us rarely encounter or cannot really even imagine. It is difficult to imagine that every year, people in our community - [Volunteer](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/nashua-noreaster/6779-2/) - Volunteering at the Blizzard Blast Are you looking for a great way to have fun while giving back? Volunteer at United Way of Greater Nashua's winter obstacle race, the Blizzard Blast on January 30th! We need people to help monitor the obstacles, help with bag check and registration, cheer the runners on, and help with - [Skydive United](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/skydive-united/) - Skydive United June 12, 2021 at Skydive Pepperell Have you ever wanted to go sky diving? Do you want to help change the face of youth homelessness in our community? At this year’s event, 11 fearless souls jumped from 11,000 feet, raising $33.5K to help end youth homelessness in our community! Check out all of - [United (w)E-Recycle](https://unitedwaynashua.org/events/united-we-recycle/) - United (w)E-Recycle United (w)E-Recycle April 22nd – 29th 20 Broad Street, Nashua NH Weekdays 3pm – 7pm Weekends 9am – 2pm Bring us your used computers, laptops, phones, printers, and other tech items to be recycled. Not only will this help the environment, but the funds raised will also go to the United Way of - [Coffee and Causes](https://unitedwaynashua.org/coffee-and-causes/) - Coffee & Causes United Way's "Coffee and Causes" gatherings are a great way for retirees and other interested adults to gain information about resources and volunteer opportunities available to them in the community. Each month United Way invites experts to talk about their topic. Local non-profit groups are invited to share information about their volunteer opportunities as - [Staying Safe Online](https://unitedwaynashua.org/stayingsafeonline/) - Online Safety Stay Safe Online: Trusted Resources for Cybersecurity and Scam Prevention In today’s digital age, staying informed and proactive about cybersecurity and scams is more important than ever. Below, you’ll find trusted resources to help you learn about common scams, protect yourself online, and take action if you’ve been targeted. Learn About - [2025 Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA/TCE) Program](https://unitedwaynashua.org/home/our-work/community-initiatives-fiscal-agency-partnerships/2025-volunteer-income-tax-assistance-vita-tce-program/) - VITA/TCE PROGRAM OFFERS FREE TAX PREPARATION SERVICES TO QUALIFIED TAXPAYERS Free tax preparation services are now available for Greater Nashua residents through a partnership led by United Way of Greater Nashua, the IRS and other community partners and volunteers. Trained local volunteers will assist taxpayers for both the VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) and the - [Get Involved](https://unitedwaynashua.org/volunteer/get-involved/) - Get Involved Committees United Way of Greater Nashua makes a difference in our community because our volunteers work together to do the hard work on committees like our Marketing, Events, Finance, Needs Assessment, Community Investment Review Panel, and our Workplace Campaign. Contact us to talk about how your skills can help! Other Ways to - [Tech Help United Intake Form](https://unitedwaynashua.org/tech-help-united-intake-form/) - Tech Help United Intake Form - [United is the Way Community Giving Circle](https://unitedwaynashua.org/united-is-the-way-community-giving-circle/) - United is the Way Community Giving Circle Make a meaningful impact with just $1 a day or $365 a year. Your support powers vital programs that provide food, shelter, education, and health services to individuals and families in need. Together, we create a strong safety net that ensures no one in our community falls - [Volunteer Opportunities & Item Donations](https://unitedwaynashua.org/home/our-work/community-resources/volunteer-opportunities-item-donations/) - Ongoing Volunteer Projects and Item Collection The web portal, Volunteer Greater Nashua is a great place for people who are interested in volunteering can find organizations who need help. It can be found at http://www.volunteergreaternashua.org and is hosted by United Way of Greater Nashua. Volunteers can search by the type of project they are interested in, the date range - [Investments In Economic Mobility 2023-25](https://unitedwaynashua.org/home/our-work/community-investment/investments-in-economic-mobility-2019-22/) - Current Investments in Economic Mobility Family Promise of Southern New Hampshire Transitional Housing Program 25,000 Habitat For Humanity International, Inc. Home Builds 7,750 Marguerites Place, Inc. Transitional Housing Program 8,000 Marguerites Place, Inc. Family Empowerment Programming 7,000 Stepping Stones Youth Workforce Development 7,500 The Front Door Agency Housing Stability Program 15,000 The Front - [Investments In Education 2023-25](https://unitedwaynashua.org/home/our-work/community-investment/investments-in-education-2019-22/) - Current Investments In Education Big Brothers Big Sisters of New Hampshire One-to-One Youth Mentoring 6,000 Boys & Girls Club of Greater Nashua Academic Success 21000 Boys & Girls Club of Greater Nashua Transportation 10,000 Girls Inc. of New Hampshire Girls Center 12,000 Smart Start Greater Nashua Family Engagement 10,000 Marguerites Place, Inc. Child Care - [Investments In Health 2023-25](https://unitedwaynashua.org/home/our-work/community-investment/uwgn-invests-in-health-2019-22/) - Current Investments Area Agency of Greater Nashua Inc. d/b/a Gateways Community Services Gateways Adult Day Center $5,000.00 Bridges Crisis Intervention & Advocacy $16,000.00 Bridges Emergency Shelter and Transitional Housing $18,250.00 Girls Inc. of New Hampshire Burke Street Café $6,400.00 Girls Inc. of New Hampshire Young Women's Leadership/Prevention $7,250.00 Greater Nashua Dental Connection Affordable Oral Health - [Community Investment](https://unitedwaynashua.org/home/our-work/community-investment/) - Community Investment We all benefit when a child succeeds in school, when someone finds a job that will help them provide for their family, or when more people are able to access quality, affordable dental care. The solutions we create for our community go beyond short-term charity for a few. When United Way’s support for - [United Way Little Free Libraries](https://unitedwaynashua.org/home/our-work/community-resources/littlefreelibraries/) - Little Free Libraries Take a book or leave a book! The Little Free Libraries you’ll see scattered around the streets of Nashua and beyond are wonderful places to find your new favorite book or to leave one destined to become someone else’s. You can find the locations of Little Free Libraries hosted by United - ["Let's Talk" - Online Conversations for Older Adults](https://unitedwaynashua.org/lets-talk-online-conversations-for-older-adults/) - "Let's Talk" - Online Conversations for Older Adults United Way of Greater Nashua is working on with volunteers from Emmaus Institute and Main Street Methodist Church to coordinate bi-weekly talks for isolated older adults. This project is supported by Greater Nashua Mental Health, Gateways Community Services, Nashua Senior Activity Center, and Meals on Wheels - [](https://unitedwaynashua.org/10161-2/) - [FAQ](https://unitedwaynashua.org/about/faq/) - Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat Exactly Does United Way Do?United Way advances the common good in Nashua and the ten surrounding towns listed below by: Assessing the needs Partnering with local non-profits whose programs address the most pressing community needs Measuring outcomes to ensure our investments get positive results See additional information on the Our Work page. - [Our Organization](https://unitedwaynashua.org/about/how-we-are-organized/) - United Way of Greater Nashua is a volunteer driven organization United Way of Greater Nashua is organized as follows (effective 2019) Governance Board: This group of volunteers is responsible for the fiduciary and governance functions of the organization. It includes the Chairperson, Secretary, Treasurer, Finance Committee Chair, Resource Development Chair, Community Advisory Council Chair, - [Our Organization BQT](https://unitedwaynashua.org/about/our-organization-bqt/) - United Way of Greater Nashua is a volunteer driven organization United Way of Greater Nashua is organized as follows (effective 2019) Governance Board: This group of volunteers is responsible for the fiduciary and governance functions of the organization. It includes the Chairperson, Secretary, Treasurer, Finance Committee Chair, Resource Development Chair, Community Advisory Council Chair, - [Stay United - For Retirees](https://unitedwaynashua.org/volunteer/stay-united/) - Stay United STAY UNITED – A community action and volunteering group for retirees. Whether you are retired or thinking about it, this is the place for you. Are you planning for retirement? Already embarked on the journey? Either way, United Way is here to keep you connected to meaningful experiences in your community. Join - [Days of Caring](https://unitedwaynashua.org/volunteer/days-of-caring/) - Days of Caring Days of Caring are designed to help community members take an active role in a hands-on project that makes an important difference around our three areas of work – education, health, and economic mobility of every person in our 11 communities. Throughout the Year United Way Organized community service projects with the - [](https://unitedwaynashua.org/9910-2/) - Days of Caring Days of Caring are designed to help community members take an active role in a hands-on project that makes an important difference. Throughout the year United Way organizes community service projects focusing on food insecurity, homelessness, new and expectant families, school-age children, and older adults. Volunteers and supporters are always welcome to - [Partner Agency Tours](https://unitedwaynashua.org/partner-agency-tours/) - Partner Agency Tours Join United Way for our Partner Agency Tour Series. Each month you can visit one or more of Agency in our community supported by United Way’s Community Impact or Live United Innovations Fund. Meet the teams, see the facilities, and learn more about the programs and services available in our community. - [Corporate Social Responsibility](https://unitedwaynashua.org/sponsors/corporate-social-responsibility/) - Corporate Social Responsibility Living United is Good for Business When you invest in United Way, you invest in a stronger community. Businesses want to ensure that their employees have access to the services they need – whether it’s an after-school program for their children, Meals-on-Wheels for their parents, or perhaps confidential counseling for themselves. With - [Volunteer Tutor Interview - Jack and Ray](https://unitedwaynashua.org/home/our-work/community-resources/volunteer-tutor-interview/) - Tutoring Program Part 2 – Jack & Ray by Alexa Chambers, The Learn United Program offers assistance for students grades 1-12 in all subjects. Tutors with this program bring valuable expertise from their careers and life experience and use it to help their students. One of our tutors, Jack, is a retired engineer. As - [Rosie's Pantry - Interview with Emily Carrara](https://unitedwaynashua.org/home/our-work/community-resources/rosies-pantry-interview-with-emily-carrara/) - Rosie's Pantry WE CAN... work together to make your month better! Rosie’s Pantry was founded by Emily Carrara, in collaboration with Director of Volunteer and Community Engagement Sara Ceaser and other United Way volunteers, as a joint project of United Way of Greater Nashua, and Girls Inc. Emily first got involved at United Way while - [Community Initiatives & Fiscal Agency Partnerships](https://unitedwaynashua.org/home/our-work/community-initiatives-fiscal-agency-partnerships/) - Community Initiatives & Fiscal Agency Partnerships United Way partners across the community to create focus and momentum around critical needs. Additionally, we create opportunities for new and fledging program ideas to grow under our umbrella providing guidance and fiscal stewardship as they build their programs. This reduces the need and administrative cost of creating a - [School, Workplace, or Community Group](https://unitedwaynashua.org/volunteer/school-community-group/) - School, Workplace, or Community Group Your group can make an impact Volunteer Contact Sara Ceaser, Director of Volunteer and Community Engagement, at sceaser@unitedwaynashua.org to find out how your group can volunteer at one of our Days of Caring like Gleaning United – Food Harvesting Day of Caring, our Community Baby Shower, or Shoebox Project - [Our Response to Covid-19](https://unitedwaynashua.org/home/our-work/community-resources/covid-19-emergent-needs-response-fund/) - Our Response to COVID-19 In March 2020, United Way of Greater Nashua established a fund to provide financial support to local nonprofits for their extra-ordinary and unprecedented expenses related to Covid-19. Our social services nonprofits, which make up the core of our Community Safety Net, provide for many basic needs, including food, clothing, - [Community Impact](https://unitedwaynashua.org/home/our-work/safety-net-programs/) - United Way Community impact Our Mission To make measurable improvements in people’s lives, by mobilizing the caring power of our community. Our Vision United Way envisions a world where every individual has an opportunity to succeed, and entire communities thrive as a result. Here in Greater Nashua we’re getting a little closer everyday, with help - [Our Work](https://unitedwaynashua.org/home/our-work/) - Our Work What is United Way you ask? Don’t ask what. Ask who. Start here, by looking at our ’21/’22 Annual Report! We are the problem-solvers, the hand-raisers, the game-changers. We fight for the health, education and financial stability of every person in every community. 0Meals Packaged For LocaL Food Pantries0ShoeBox Project Kits Delivered to - [Donation Box locations](https://unitedwaynashua.org/give/united-way-donation-boxes/donation-box-locations-2/) - Where to find a Donation Box Please support the following businesses by visiting them soon to shop and make your donation to United Way of Greater Nashua. Nashua Arz Mini Mart 41 3/4 Lake St. Bani Mini Market 52 Walnut St. Belletetes 80 Northeastern Blvd. Castro’s Backroom Cigars 119 Main - [Corporate Participants](https://unitedwaynashua.org/sponsors/corporate-participants/) - Corporate Participants Forging Partnerships to Advance the Common Good Partnering with United Way provides companies a way to invest strategically in their communities and advance the common good by creating lasting, sustainable changes that lead to better, stronger places to live and work. United Way of Greater Nashua thanks every company that supports the community - [Host a United Way Donation Box](https://unitedwaynashua.org/give/united-way-donation-boxes/host-a-united-way-donation-box/) - Host a United Way Donation Box All it takes to be a donation box host is to have one or more boxes located in your place of business that are accessible for clients, visitors, or employees during normal business hours. The boxes are provided as a courtesy and are of no cost to the business - [Nashua Prevention Coalition](https://unitedwaynashua.org/home/our-work/community-initiatives-fiscal-agency-partnerships/nashua-prevention-coalition/) - Nashua Prevention Coalition The mission of the Nashua Prevention Coalition is to prevent and reduce substance use in youth by increasing awareness, education, and community involvement. Parent Influence is Strong Risky Behaviors Increase Between 7th and 8th Grade Consider these statistics: 282 Nashua High School students are currently misusing Rx drugs* 71 - [Upbeat New Hampshire](https://unitedwaynashua.org/home/our-work/community-initiatives-fiscal-agency-partnerships/sinfonietta-strings-of-greater-nashua/) - Upbeat New Hampshire Eight years ago, when Upbeat New Hampshire (formerly “Sinfonietta Strings”) was formed, we were inspired by “El Sistema.” El Sistema began in Venezuela 40 years ago when Dr. Abreu created a model of how a music program can both create great musicians and dramatically change the life trajectory of thousands of children. - [One Greater Nashua](https://unitedwaynashua.org/home/our-work/community-initiatives-fiscal-agency-partnerships/one-greater-nashua/) - Let's grow a healthier and stronger community together! One Greater Nashua is a broad-based coalition of organizations and individuals seeking to improve health equity in Nashua and 10 surrounding communities by enhancing social inclusion and integration efforts. Of the things that influence health outcomes, social factors account for 40 percent of a person’s health. If - [Sponsorship Opportunities](https://unitedwaynashua.org/give/sponsorship-opportunities/) - Sponsorship Opportunities The United Way has cornered the market on creative and heart-felt events and is looking for partners to make them extra-memorable. We are open to suggestions, ideas and requests! Email Samantha at scassista@unitedwaynashua.org to start the conversation and get some more information! Event Sponsorship Packages – (valued at $2,500, $4,500 or $10,000) Packages - [Shop UNITED](https://unitedwaynashua.org/home/our-work/community-resources/shop-united/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gT7wuyJXl5o&feature=youtu.be SHOP United We have created a volunteer-driven online system for grocery shopping for individuals and families who are quarantined or cannot access public transportation. You can submit your grocery list here: www.tinyurl.com/shopunited2020 If you are interested in being a volunteer shopper for this program, you can sign up at www.volunteergreaternashua.org. - [Advocate](https://unitedwaynashua.org/home/advocate/) - Stand Up For Your Community Our message becomes stronger every time another person shares it or contributes to the conversation. You can lend your voice by: Sharing an issue area with us you believe to be important. We frequently offer testimony at the local and state level on issues and legislation that effects the health, - [United Way Strategic Framework](https://unitedwaynashua.org/home/our-work/community-investment/test-page-image/) - [Campaign Toolkit](https://unitedwaynashua.org/give/campaign-toolkit/) - Campaign Toolkit Helpful Resources to Assist You in Planning and Managing Your Workplace Campaign Taking on the responsibility of your company’s United Way fundraising campaign is important and takes some time. We appreciate all that you do. We also want to make your campaign tasks as easy as possible, so here are links to everything - [Videos](https://unitedwaynashua.org/about/videos/) - Videos NH Cares — United Way with Michael Apfelberg and Joy Barrett Making Measurable Improvements in People’s Lives CHW In Action United Way of Greater Nashua Public Service Announcement United Way of Greater Nashua: Supporting the Needs of Your Community Supporting the Needs of Your Community – Animated Infographic Monarch Instrument President Speaks About United - [Grow Nashua](https://unitedwaynashua.org/home/our-work/community-initiatives-fiscal-agency-partnerships/grow-nashua/) - Grow Nashua Grow Nashua is growing urban vegetable farms for the families of Nashua and using this common ground to empower people to strengthen their own community relationships. 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Join United Way of Greater Nashua for a community-wide cleanup as we come together to make Nashua cleaner, healthier, and more beautiful! On Saturday, October 17, from 8:00–11:00 AM, volunteers will fan out across the community to clean up as many as 10 locations. Bring your energy, your friends, and your community - [Care-E-Oke](https://unitedwaynashua.org/event/care-e-oke/) - Care-E-Oke Who: YOU! What: A Karaoke Contest! When: November 6, 2026, 7-10 pm Where: Nashua Center for the Arts Why: To have fun and support a strong community safety net! Buy Your Tickets Early! EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT! SAVE 25% ON YOUR TICKETS PURCHASED THROUGH 9/30 AND 10% ON YOUR TICKETS PURCHASED 10/1 THROUGH 10/31. AFTER 11/1 THROUGH - [Betting on the Community - Poker Hand Pub Crawl](https://unitedwaynashua.org/event/pub-crawl/) - Betting on the Community: Poker Hand Pub Crawl Enjoy a night out while helping your neighbors during the United Way’s third annual Poker Hand Pub Crawl. Participants will visit 5 downtown Nashua venues, collecting playing cards with drink purchases. The best poker hand at the end wins a cash prize, and all proceeds benefit United - [Homebuying Guidance](https://unitedwaynashua.org/event/homebuying-guidance/) - Thinking about buying your first home? Learn about the homebuying process, preparing financially, understanding mortgages, and the steps that can help make homeownership a reality. Register for this event here. Learn more about this series here. - [Credit Building, Repair & Debt Management](https://unitedwaynashua.org/event/credit-building-repair-debt-management/) - Learn how credit scores are calculated, ways to build or rebuild your credit, strategies for managing debt, and steps toward long-term financial health. Register for this event here. Learn more about this series here. - [Loans 101](https://unitedwaynashua.org/event/loans-101/) - Understand the different types of loans, how borrowing works, what lenders look for, and how to make informed decisions before taking on debt. Register for this event here. Learn more about this series here. - [Saving Money](https://unitedwaynashua.org/event/saving-money/) - Explore strategies to build savings, create an emergency fund, develop healthy saving habits, and make your money work harder for your future. Register for this event here. Learn more about this series here. - [Budgeting Basics for Long-Term Success](https://unitedwaynashua.org/event/budgeting-basics-for-long-term-success/) - Learn practical methods and helpful tools to build a realistic budget, manage everyday expenses, reduce financial stress, and work toward your long-term financial goals. Register for this event here. Learn more about this series here. - [Financial Fraud: How to Spot and Stop It](https://unitedwaynashua.org/event/financial-fraud-how-to-spot-and-stop-it/) - Learn how to recognize common financial scams, protect your personal and banking information, identify warning signs of fraud, and know what to do if you think you’ve been targeted. Register for this event here. Learn more about this series here. - [Serving Up Support – Pickleball Tournament and Social](https://unitedwaynashua.org/event/pickleball/) - Serving Up Support - Pickleball Tournament and Social Join us for a fun and competitive day on the courts! Pickleball combines elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong, making it enjoyable for players of all skill levels. Competition prizes will include popular gift cards for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place teams (each member) within each competition - [Skydive United](https://unitedwaynashua.org/event/skydive-united/) - Skydive United: Be Fearless in the Fight Against Hunger We’ve all heard the phrase “community safety net”… but what does it really mean? It means no child goes hungry. It means families can access the food they need to stay healthy and strong. It means that when life gets hard, no one in Greater Nashua - [Walk this (United) Way: Shoe Drive for a Cause (August)](https://unitedwaynashua.org/event/shoes/) - Walk this (United) Way: Shoe Drive for a Cause United Way of Greater Nashua is collecting gently used and new shoes from July 1 through August 31 to support the Greater Nashua Shoe Fund, an ongoing effort that provides essential footwear to local neighbors in need. Every pair helps someone get to work, stay healthy, - [Stop the Bleed](https://unitedwaynashua.org/event/stop-the-bleed/) - Stop the Bleed™ (Please note this is a non-tech topic) Learn lifesaving techniques to control severe bleeding and provide immediate care until emergency responders arrive. This nationally recognized course includes hands-on instruction. Sign up here: https://unitedwaynashua.org/digital-literacy/ Confident Online is a series of free digital literacy workshops designed for older adults and others - [When 911 Isn't Coming](https://unitedwaynashua.org/event/when-911-isnt-coming/) - When 911 Isn't Coming (please note this is a non-tech topic) Learn practical steps you can take during emergencies when help may be delayed, including preparedness, communication, situational awareness, and self-reliance. Sign up here: https://unitedwaynashua.org/digital-literacy/ Confident Online is a series of free digital literacy workshops designed for older adults and others who - [Banking Safety & Fraud Prevention](https://unitedwaynashua.org/event/banking-safety-fraud-prevention/) - Banking Safety & Fraud Prevention Learn about identity theft, financial scams, safe online banking practices, and practical steps you can take to protect your money and financial information. Sign up here: https://unitedwaynashua.org/digital-literacy/ Confident Online is a series of free digital literacy workshops designed for older adults and others who want to use technology - [Understanding Your Smartphone](https://unitedwaynashua.org/event/understanding-your-smartphone/) - Understanding Your Smartphone Learn how smartphones collect and share information, how location tracking works, and what privacy settings you can adjust to better control your personal data. Sign up here: https://unitedwaynashua.org/digital-literacy/ Confident Online is a series of free digital literacy workshops designed for older adults and others who want to use technology more - [Windows & Mac: Working Smarter, Not Harder](https://unitedwaynashua.org/event/windows-mac-working-smarter-not-harder/) - Windows & Mac: Working Smarter, Not Harder Discover helpful tips, shortcuts, and everyday computer skills that can help you save time, stay organized, and get more done with less frustration. Sign up here: https://unitedwaynashua.org/digital-literacy/ Confident Online is a series of free digital literacy workshops designed for older adults and others who want to - [Cybersecurity & Avoiding Scams](https://unitedwaynashua.org/event/cybersecurity-avoiding-scams/) - Cybersecurity & Avoiding Scams Learn how to recognize common online, email, text message, and phone scams, protect your accounts and personal information, and know what to do if you think you've been targeted. Sign up here: https://unitedwaynashua.org/digital-literacy/ Confident Online is a series of free digital literacy workshops designed for older adults and - [Walk this (United) Way: Shoe Drive for a Cause (November)](https://unitedwaynashua.org/event/walk-this-united-way-shoe-drive-for-a-cause-2/) - Walk this (United) Way: Shoe Drive for a Cause Our Shoe Drive collects new shoes for local families and gently used shoes that are resold to fund United Way’s community initiatives. Shoes will be collected between November 1 and December 31. Proceeds will benefit United Way's Community Emergency Needs Shoe fund! More details coming - [Mothers Day Bouquets](https://unitedwaynashua.org/event/bouquets/) - Mothers Day Bouquets Many mothers in our community go unrecognized on this special day. Your support helps us honor them with bouquets and small gifts—reaching moms experiencing homelessness, living in transitional housing, or simply unlikely to receive the appreciation they deserve. For more information contact United Way of Greater Nashua and info@unitedwaynashua.org or (603)882-4011. You - [Greater Nashua Volunteer Fair](https://unitedwaynashua.org/event/greater-nashua-volunteer-fair/) - Greater Nashua Volunteer Fair Dozens of nonprofit agencies looking for volunteer help will come together at Nashua Public Library on Thursday, May 7th. The public is invited to the event running between 5pm and 7pm to chat with representatives from the nonprofits, learn about who they are, and how individual community members can help. - [Community Baby Shower - Day of Caring](https://unitedwaynashua.org/event/community-baby-shower/) - Community Baby Shower - Day of Caring Our Community Baby Shower is a joyful event that supports new and expecting low-income parents in Greater Nashua. Families can explore local resources and pick out much-needed essentials from our “baby boutique” as they begin life with their newest little one. We welcome parents and primary caregivers—grandparents, aunts, - [Kevin Slattery Memorial Food Drive - Day of Caring](https://unitedwaynashua.org/event/ks-food-drive/) - Kevin Slattery Memorial Food Drive Kevin Slattery was a board member of UWGN who made philanthropy a major part of his life, giving back to the community through many local non-profits and charities. We have created this community-wide food drive in his honor. We need your help! United Way of Greater Nashua volunteers will be - [Shoebox Project for Seniors - Day of Caring](https://unitedwaynashua.org/event/shoebox-project-for-seniors-day-of-caring/) - Shoebox Project for Seniors - Day of Caring Our annual shoebox project is a community effort to put together important resources for low-income, homebound seniors. Each year a themed collection of useful items is assembled into hundreds of gift packages to be distributed through our partners - Meals on Wheels, The Caregivers, AmeriCorps Senior Companions, - [Online Platforms](https://unitedwaynashua.org/event/online-entertainment/) - Online Platforms This session is designed to help participants feel comfortable and in control when using online services—from getting started on their devices to organizing and managing the platforms that work best for them. Sign up here: https://unitedwaynashua.org/digital-literacy/ Confident Online is a series of free digital literacy workshops designed for older adults - [Organizing Emails, Files, Photos, and Documents](https://unitedwaynashua.org/event/organizing-emails/) - Organizing Emails, Files, Photos, and Documents Learn simple strategies to organize your inbox and digital files so you can find what you need quickly and reduce digital clutter. Sign up here: https://unitedwaynashua.org/digital-literacy/ Confident Online is a series of free digital literacy workshops designed for older adults and others who want to use - [Setting Up Accounts: Email, Social Media, Apps, and More](https://unitedwaynashua.org/event/setting-up-accounts/) - Setting Up Accounts: Email, Social Media, Apps, and More Learn how to create and manage online accounts, choose strong passwords, and adjust basic privacy and security settings. Sign up here: https://unitedwaynashua.org/digital-literacy/ Confident Online is a series of free digital literacy workshops designed for older adults and others who want to use technology - [Digital Money Management](https://unitedwaynashua.org/event/digital-money-management/) - Digital Money Management Get an introduction to safely managing money online, including banking, bill pay, budgeting tools, and protecting your financial information. Sign up here: https://unitedwaynashua.org/digital-literacy/ Confident Online is a series of free digital literacy workshops designed for older adults and others who want to use technology more safely and confidently in - [Avoiding Scams](https://unitedwaynashua.org/event/avoiding-scams/) - Avoiding Scams Learn how to recognize common online and phone scams, protect your personal information, and respond safely if you think you’ve been targeted. Sign up here: https://unitedwaynashua.org/digital-literacy/ Confident Online is a series of free digital literacy workshops designed for older adults and others who want to use technology more safely - [Celebration of "U"](https://unitedwaynashua.org/event/celebration-of-u/) - Celebration of "U" United Way volunteers, sponsors, and donors are the heart and soul of our work in the community. From newborn babies to senior citizens and at all stages of life in between, there is a United Way program making a difference because you are there to make it happen. We’ll be celebrating our - [Learn United Shout-Out! Teacher Celebration](https://unitedwaynashua.org/event/learn-united-shout-out-teacher-celebration/) - Learn United Shout-Out! Teacher Celebration Join us for learning, networking, and appreciation for educators, including childcare providers and program staff. light refreshments, raffles, giveaways and other treats to celebrate National Teacher Appreciation Week. CEU Credits from Free 2 hour Training with Megg Thompson. Schedule TBD. - [Over the Edge](https://unitedwaynashua.org/event/over-the-edge/) - Over the Edge Rappelling down a building – have you ever seen this in a movie and thought “I could do that!”? This is your chance to show your courage and raise money for over 20 community nonprofits at the same time. Each year, more than 100 adventurous souls fundraise so they can make the - [Reading United - Day of Caring](https://unitedwaynashua.org/event/reading-united-day-of-caring/) - Reading United - Day of Caring Reading United is a community event held in celebration of Read Across America Day, where United Way volunteers visit public elementary schools throughout the Greater Nashua area. Volunteers will read to kindergarten and first-grade students, fostering a love of reading and learning. The event aims to engage young students - [24 Hours of Greater Nashua Greatness](https://unitedwaynashua.org/event/24-hours-of-greater-nashua-greatness/) - 24 Hours of Greater Nashua Greatness United Way's 24 Hours of Greater Nashua Greatness is returning for its fifth consecutive year with Mike Apfelberg at the mic and many incredible guests. Mike will be joined in the studio by an incredible array of guests including many local nonprofit leaders, business owners, religious leaders, politicians - [Horsing Around at Touchstone Farm](https://unitedwaynashua.org/event/horsing-around-at-touchstone-farm/) - Horsing Around at Touchstone Farm Volunteers will help Touchstone Farm get ready for the warm months. Projects may include shoring up fences, cleaning up riding areas, raking, stall repair and other outdoor post-winter tidying-up. This will be a hands-on project, so bring your work gloves and boots! Heavy lifting may be involved in some projects, - [Horsing Around at Touchstone Farm (Previously Gleaning United)](https://unitedwaynashua.org/event/horsing-around-previously-gleaning/) - Join us for a fun and meaningful volunteer morning at Touchstone Farm, a therapeutic riding nonprofit that provides life-changing experiences for children and adults. Volunteers will help the farm prepare for winter by contributing to a variety of hands-on projects: Cleaning up the gardens for winter (nippers recommended) Thinning out the lending library Thinning out - [Overcoming Digital Barriers Summit](https://unitedwaynashua.org/event/overcoming-digital-barriers-summit-2/) - Are you part of an organization or initiative that supports Greater Nashua residents? Do you see the impact that limited digital access and skills can have on people’s ability to connect, thrive, and get the help they need? This summit is for YOU. We’re bringing together individuals and organizations who are on the front lines - [POSTPONED - Overcoming Digital Barriers Summit](https://unitedwaynashua.org/event/overcoming-digital-barriers-summit/) - This event has been postponed. Check back for the new date. Join the United Way of Greater Nashua for the Overcoming Digital Barriers Summit, a half-day event dedicated to bridging the digital divide in our community. This summit will bring together experts, educators, nonprofit leaders, and community members to explore strategies for improving digital literacy, - [Coffee and Causes - Food Security in Greater Nashua with the Greater Nashua Food Council and NH Legal Assistance](https://unitedwaynashua.org/event/coffee-and-causes-food-security-in-greater-nashua-with-the-greater-nashua-food-council-and-nh-legal-assistance/) - Explore the work of the Greater Nashua Food Council in addressing food insecurity. Learn about the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and how to sign up, ensuring access to essential food resources for those in need. Register - https://tinyurl.com/March2025-Coffee - [Cheers to the Community - Wine Tasting](https://unitedwaynashua.org/event/cheers-to-the-community-wine-tasting/) - Join us for an unforgettable evening of laughter and giving back! The United Way of Greater Nashua invites you to our Comedy Night, featuring one of the region's most popular comedians, Paul Gilligan performing live at the beautiful Fulchino Vineyard. 📅 Date: Saturday, March 22, 2025, 6pm - 9pm 📍 Location: Fulchino Vineyard, Hollis, NH - [Pickleball Social](https://unitedwaynashua.org/event/pickleball-social/) - Pickleball Social Calling all Pickleball Fans - Hampshire Hills in Milford will be hosting their 2nd Pickleball Social on Sunday Feb 2 from 4pm to 8pm. Enrollment will be limited to ~ 50 players with 6 courts available. For Hampshire Hills members, per person cost is $40, for non-members, per person cost is - [Coffee and Causes - Falls Prevention](https://unitedwaynashua.org/event/coffee-and-causes-falls-prevention/) - Falls are a major health risk for older adults. This session will offer practical advice on preventing falls at home, including safety modifications, balance exercises, and resources to help seniors stay safe and mobile. - [Coffee and Causes: Giving Back through Meal Delivery and Friendly Visits with Meals on Wheels and Senior Companions](https://unitedwaynashua.org/event/coffee-and-causes-giving-back-through-meal-delivery-and-friendly-visits-with-meals-on-wheels-and-senior-companions/) - Discover how the Meals on Wheels program and Senior Companions are making a difference in the lives of seniors. This event will discuss the importance of providing nutritious meals and companionship to help seniors maintain their independence. Register - https://tinyurl.com/Nov2024-Coffee - [Coffee and Causes: Winterization and Weatherization with "Button Up NH"](https://unitedwaynashua.org/event/winterization-and-weatherization-with-button-up-nh/) - Learn how to prepare your home for the cold winter months with tips on winterizing and weatherization. This session covers energy-saving techniques, insulation options, and resources to keep your home warm and energy-efficient. - [Coffee and Causes: Staying Cyber-Secure and Scam-Free](https://unitedwaynashua.org/event/staying-cyber-secure-and-scam-free/) - Join Peter LaRouche, Network Intrusion Forensic Analyst with the US Secret Service, as he shares real-life examples and practical tips on how to prevent internet and phone scams that target older adults. This session will cover topics like recognizing phishing scams, creating strong passwords, and what to do if you or someone you know falls - [Cornhole for a Cause](https://unitedwaynashua.org/event/cornhole-for-a-cause/) - September 30, 2023 12:00pm - 5:00pm Meet some new people, enjoy some beverages, throw some bags and have fun while helping others. Our first cornhole tournament in 2021 was so much fun we decided to make it an annual event. You can join in the fun at Millyard Brewery by competing, sponsoring a lane, or - [United We Sleep Youth Sleep-Out -- Cancelled](https://unitedwaynashua.org/event/united-we-sleep-youth-sleep-out/) - Sorry, but this event has been cancelled for 2023. We will have our normally scheduled "United We Sleep" event in the fall and hope to see you there! This event is specifically intended to educate teenagers and young adults about youth homelessness. They are invited to gather with us in an outdoor location, to sleep - [United (w)E-Recycle](https://unitedwaynashua.org/event/united-we-recycle/) - We all have computers, laptops, phones, printers, and other tech items that we no longer use. Dispose of them properly by bringing them to United Way to be recycled. Not only will this help the environment, the funds raised will go to the United Way of Greater Nashua’s School Supplies program. Turn yesterday’s technology into - [Nashua Nor'easter Run / Walk / Drive](https://unitedwaynashua.org/event/nashua-noreaster-run/) - Embrace the winter weather by signing up for our upcoming Nashua Nor'easter Run / Walk / Drive taking place from February 26th to March 4th. Runners, walkers, and participants in vehicles may choose a 5k, 10k,1/2 marathon, or marathon course at any time between those dates. 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