Mission Statement:
Nashua Soup Kitchen & Shelter (NSKS) provides food, emergency shelter, and a wide range of supportive services to vulnerable individuals and families in Greater Nashua. NSKS works to increase access to a full spectrum of basic needs through advocacy, targeted programs and strategic collaborations with peer organizations in the community.
Top Funding Sources:
Donations, special events, corporate sponsorships, foundation grants, municipal funding, state funding.
Year Established: 1981
Employees: 32
Annual Revenue: $3,116,123
Service Locations:
Nashua Soup Kitchen & Shelter serves Greater Nashua, including Nashua, Merrimack, Hudson, Litchfield, Hollis, Londonderry, Milford, Amherst, Pelham, Derry and Mont Vernon.
Contact:
Jane Goodman
Executive Director
2 Quincy St.
P.O. Box 3116
Nashua, NH 03061
603-889-7770
jgoodman@nsks.org
www.nsks.org
In 2025, Nashua Soup Kitchen & Shelter is focused on the sustainability and efficiency of our organization, programs and services. 1) Implement our 3–5-year strategic plan. 2) Increase case management staff to house shelter guests more quickly and reduce average shelter stay so we can help more families experiencing homelessness. 3) Increase the availability of nutritious food selections for the pantry and kitchen. 4) Expand partnerships with human service agencies to meet behavioral, mental and physical health needs. 5) Elevate our major gifts program and partner with corporate donors to support our Corporate Leadership Circle in the interest of long-term viability.
Empty Bowls: February 19, 2025
Join us at Nashua High School South for a fun evening fundraising for NSKS and enjoying some delicious soup from local restaurants. Take home a beautiful handmade bowl made by a student or a member of our community.
Run & Walk for Food & Shelter: April 6, 2025
The 30th Annual Run & Walk for Food & Shelter offers a 10K and 5K USATF certified course, a 3K Walk, and a fun Kids Sprint
Dinner Auction Gala: November 2025
The 25th Annual Dinner Auction Gala is NSKS’s signature fundraising event. Your attendance, donation and sponsorship raise hope for families in need.
NSKS relies upon support from individuals, corporations, foundations and grants. Donations can be made online nsks.org/give-online, or by mailing a check to P.O. Box 3116, Nashua, NH 03061. To make a gift of stock, please contact aixa@nsks.org for our account information. A planned gift to NSKS creates a lasting legacy that funds food, shelter, advocacy, education, work preparation and the restoration of dignity and self-respect, ensuring a vibrant community life for future generations. For more information about planned giving, please contact shamann@nsks.org.
Ways to donate: nsks.org/donate
Volunteer opportunities include: Preparing meals for Nashua Meals for Kids, stocking food pantry shelves, preparing and serving meals at our soup kitchen, and distributing turkeys and holiday boxes. Individual volunteer opportunities can be found at nsks.volunteerhub.com, and groups (corporate, faith-based, school, etc.) wishing to volunteer can contact carol@nsks.org to coordinate a visit.
Krishna Mangipudi
President
Retired
Joseph Bates
Vice President
CEO, Software
Jerry Ryan
Treasurer
Retired
Madeleine LaRose
Clerk
Retired
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Charitable Giving GuideThis profile is part of NH Business Review’s 2025 Charitable Giving Guide.
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