• Encouraging donor partnerships to accomplish charitable purposes of all kinds;
  
  
• Making grants and loans from funds contributed by individuals, organizations and corporations, to meet changing needs; and
  
  
• Exercising leadership in the efforts of residents and public and private institutions to address emerging issues.

The New Hampshire Charitable Foundation is at its best when, through its resources, leadership and communication, it matches community needs or problems with philanthropic resources, and turns them all into opportunities for effective social action.


Values

The values of the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation guide the staff and boards in carrying out our mission.  We aspire to be an organization that:

• Is trusted for integrity and transparency
  
  
• Respects diverse viewpoints and encourages collaboration
  
  
• Builds enduring relationships and fosters social capital
  
  
• Takes initiative with creativity, knowledge and entrepreneurial spirit
  
  
• Maximizes positive community impact by leveraging resources wisely  
  
  
• Facilitates learning and reflection while striving for quality and continuous improvement