2025 Goals:

As identified in our State Service Plan, we aim to raise visibility for our programs and resources focused on our highest areas of need: mental health and wellness, food security and affordable housing.

We will also support and expand volunteer programs through our mini-grant and cohort funding opportunities to enhance capacity and outreach.

Additionally, as the AmeriCorps State Commission office, we are actively recruiting individuals to fill critical service roles in our AmeriCorps programs. These programs continue to address our communities’ top pressing needs while offering AmeriCorps service as a career pathway through providing individuals with training, post-secondary education awards, and connections to local employment opportunities.

Fundraising Events:

Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism

Taking place in late May, this event provides nonprofit leaders with professional development opportunities, resources and training to build capacity and strengthen volunteer programs and networks across the state. Attended by hundreds of nonprofit professionals, this conference enhances skills, sparks collaboration and offers solutions to the challenges facing New Hampshire’s volunteer sector.

Spirit of NH Awards

Held in October, this annual awards ceremony honors outstanding volunteers, businesses, nonprofits and educational institutions that make a significant impact in their communities. By recognizing the selfless contributions of individuals and groups, we not only provide a platform for volunteers to be publicly recognized for their service, but also inspire others to give back and foster a deeper culture of volunteerism throughout the Granite State.

While Volunteer NH does not aim to make a profit on these events, financial and in-kind support helps cover operational expenses and keeps the cost of attendance low (or even free) for participants.

Giving Opportunities:

Contribute to our work by making a general donation or supporting specific initiatives at volunteernh.org/donate.

Volunteer Opportunities:

Both the Governor’s Conference on Volunteerism and Spirit of NH Awards are supported by committees of volunteers from throughout New Hampshire that meet monthly over Zoom, and also provide in-person volunteer support at each event. The planning period for the Governor’s Conference runs roughly from January-June, while for the Spirit of NH Awards it’s roughly July-November. Email info@volunteernh.org to get involved.

Additionally, Volunteer NH hosts Get Connected, an online volunteer match platform serving all of New Hampshire. Volunteers use Get Connected to find nearby opportunities that fit their interests and schedules. Nonprofits use it to attract, manage and report on volunteer activities in their organizations. Opportunities are searchable by location, organization and/or focus area (such as education, disaster relief, etc.). Visit volunteernh.galaxydigital.com to get started.

Board Officers   /   Board Members

Greg Lange
Co-chair
The Derryfield School

Ally Snell
Co-chair
The Nature Conservancy

Guy Eaton
Vice Chair
Retired

Gabe Paci
Treasurer
Retired

Senator Shannon Chandley
NH State Senator

Christopher Collins
Office of the Governor

Aarron Dupuis
Campus Compact for New Hampshire

Steve Epstein
Retired

Kirsten Farrell
Southern New Hampshire University: The Chandler Center

Madison Hawkes
Rivier University

Jessica Kallipolites
NH Office of Professional Licensure and Certification

Stephanie Lesperance
Campus Compact for New Hampshire

Rep. David Milz
NH House of Representatives

Anne Ostberg
Northeast AmeriCorps Office

Jack Potvin
Project Happy

Charitable Giving Guide

This profile is part of NH Business Review’s 2025 Charitable Giving Guide.

To learn more about the Charitable Giving Guide and other New Hampshire nonprofit organizations, please visit www.nhbr.com/CGG.