The Neil and Louise Tillotson Fund - Local Grants Program

From New Hampshire Charitable Foundation

The mission of the funder, while not explicitly detailed, centers around the restoration, protection, and enhancement of the Connecticut River watershed upstream of the confluence of the White River and Connecticut River. This involves caring for the river, wetlands, and shore lands within this specified area, which is influenced by the broader goal of environmental preservation and restoration, particularly in relation to the impacts of hydroelectric dams.

Type of Support

Overview

The Neil and Louise Tillotson Fund grant program supports projects in Coös County, NH, and neighboring U.S. and Canadian communities focusing on community revitalization. It aims to:

  • Support individuals and families in meeting essential needs and achieving well-being,
  • Strengthen local employers, build and retain a dynamic workforce, stimulate innovation, and ensure business continuity,
  • Address climate change impacts through mitigation and adaptation strategies, stewardship of natural resources, and fostering human connection to the environment,
  • Build stronger, more resilient communities through initiatives that promote trust, belonging, connection, and support for community builders and change agents.

The program supports initiatives in multiple key areas including individual well-being, community resiliency, environmental stewardship, and resilient communities. Grant applications may request up to $20,000 for projects spanning one to three years.

Eligibility

Organization's Location
USA, Canada
Program Location
Canada, ME (Oxford County), NH (Coos County), VT (Essex County)
Organization Type
Organizations recognized as tax-exempt by the IRS or CRA
US nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status
Canadian organizations with qualified donee status
Tax-exempt public agencies
Schools
Municipalities
Other
  • Focuses on Coös County, NH and communities in New Hampshire, Maine, and Vermont
  • Also covers the MRC De Coaticook in Québec, Canada that share a border with Coös County
  • Organizations operating beyond these borders may be eligible if they offer benefits to the people and landscapes of Coös County
up to 20k

Submission

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