Neil and Louise Tillotson Fund Local Grant Program
The Neil and Louise Tillotson Fund Local Grants Program supports science, education, culture, and environmental projects that strengthen communities in northern New Hampshire and neighboring regions.
Funder: New Hampshire Charitable Foundation
Due Dates: January 22, 2026 (Local Grants Program) | July 16, 2026 (Local Grants Program)
Funding Amounts: $2,001–$20,000 per grant, for 1–3 years; supports operating, project, or capital expenses.
Summary: Supports community-strengthening projects, operating support, and capital needs in New Hampshire’s North Country region and adjacent areas.
Key Information: Only one active grant per organization at a time (except for DASH grants); fiscal sponsorship allowed for non-501(c)(3)/non-qualified donees.
Description
The Neil and Louise Tillotson Fund Local Grants Program, administered by the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation, provides targeted funding to nonprofits, public agencies, and community organizations to advance community well-being, belonging, and resilience in Coös County, New Hampshire, and neighboring border communities in Maine, Vermont, and the MRC de Coaticook, Québec. Grants support a broad range of initiatives, including social services, cultural events, educational programming, environmental projects, and capital improvements, all with a focus on community-identified needs and sustainable regional impact.
