Webster House Children’s Home
Webster House Children’s Home provides a safe, supportive home for children who are unable to live at home primarily for reasons of abuse, neglect or difficulties in the community.
Daniel Webster Council/Boy Scouts of America
Who We Are
Scouting America Daniel Webster Council is committed to delivering safe, high-quality programs for all young people in the Granite State. We aim to provide engaging activities that promote adventure, leadership skills and workplace development opportunities. Through these initiatives, we seek to foster healthy choices, build strong character, and develop leadership abilities in our youth, preparing them for a successful and fulfilling life. Together, we will inspire the next generation to achieve greatness and positively impact our communities.
Mission Statement:
The mission of Scouting America Daniel Webster Council is to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law.
Top Funding Sources:
Activities: 5.68%
Annual Appeal Donations: 5.46%
Camping: 44.96%
Foundations & Trusts: 1.18%
Investment Income: 31.67%
Legacies & Bequests: 0.66%
Product Sales: 2.88%
Special Events: 3.17%
United Way Designations: 0.14%
Year Established: 1929
Employees: 12 full time/130 seasonal
Annual Revenue: $3,447,728
Service Locations:
The Daniel Webster Council partners with community organizations to serve over 4,992 youth across New Hampshire at over 250 program sites.
Contact:
Daniel Webster Council
1500 Bodwell Road
Manchester, NH 03109
603-625-6431
www.nhscouting.org
Who We Serve
Scouting America Daniel Webster Council serves the youth of New Hampshire, providing a comprehensive Scouting experience to boys and girls of all ages. Our programs are designed to foster growth in adventure, leadership and character development, offering a safe and inclusive environment where young people can thrive. Through a variety of activities and camps, we aim to equip our youth with the skills and values needed to succeed in life and become responsible, contributing members of their communities.
Ways to Support
It’s easy to give the adventure of Scouting to youth in New Hampshire. Our donors give in many ways to support positive youth development, and you can, too! In addition to attending or sponsoring a special event, donate to our scholarship fund to ensure every Scout has a chance to participate and go to camp. Help fund a project at camp, make a single or multiyear significant gift, volunteer with a specific program or teach a merit badge, volunteer at a camp property or Scouting event. Whether it is with time or treasure, there are plenty of opportunities to get involved. To learn more about our upcoming special events, visit www.nhscouting.org/donate.
2024-2025 Board Officers
Jim Buttafuoco
Chair of the Board
Contact Telecom, LLC (retired)
Rick Smith
Council Commissioner
Siemens
Jay Garee
Scout Executive & CEO
Daniel Webster Council
Michael Tager
Executive Vice President
Newburyport Bank
James Steiner
Immediate Past President
VP Membership
Steiner Law Office
Ryan Warren
Council Treasurer
BerryDunn
Craig Donais
VP Administration
Wadleigh, Starr & Peters, PLLC
Phil Donovan
VP Camping
EcoLogic Cartridge Company
Patrick Grace
VP Finance
Focus School Software
Matthew Lefebvre
VP Fund Development
Downtown Realty
Mike Merry
VP Program
Portsmouth Naval Shipyard
Greg Placy
VP Physical Resources
NHDOT (retired)
Elizabeth Stodolski
VP Marketing
St. Mary’s Bank
John Arico
VP at Large
Arico Business Consulting, LLC
Drew Cline
VP at Large
Josiah Bartlett Center for Public Policy
Richard Mason
VP at Large
NH Fire Academy (retired)
Christopher Norwood
VP at Large
NAI Norwood Group
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.
