United Way to address Nashua’s greatest needs with Bank of America grant

United Way of Greater Nashua’s efforts to support proven effective programs that address the region’s most pressing human service needs received a big boost recently with a $13,000 grant from the Bank of America Charitable Foundation. The grant will be applied to several United Way-supported programs that collectively serve more than 23,000 children, families, and elderly area residents and produce positive outcomes, including enhanced learning skills, financial stability, and better health. “During a time when non-profit organizations are seeing much greater demand for services and reduced government assistance, this grant represents an important partnership in United Way’s work to address our community’s greatest health and human care needs,” Paul Hebert, UWGN president, said. United Way’s work includes a periodic community needs assessment, which sets a clear course for investment of valuable resources in the most effective local programs. UWGN’s partnerships with non-profit agencies help families attain economic self sufficiency, improve the community’s health, and help children reach their full potential. “Our longstanding support of United Way and its local agencies is based on a shared goal of strengthening communities and making opportunity possible,” said Ken Sheldon, Bank of America New Hampshire president. “This grant will enhance several programs in the Nashua area that have already proven incredibly effective.” Submitted by Lisa Conti