Mission Statement:
To improve the well-being of individuals, families and communities facing systemic barriers.
Top Funding Sources:
Program Service Revenue: 99.94%
Gifts and Grants: 0.06%
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1986
EMPLOYEES: 507
ANNUAL REVENUE: $21,150,749
Service Locations:
Ascentria has offices in Concord and Manchester, and serves families statewide in five service areas.
Contact:
Jillian Decker
Director of Development
18 Chestnut St., Suite 410
Worcester, MA 01608
774-243-3100
jdecker@ascentria.org
www.ascentria.org
Ascentria Care Alliance organizes online fundraisers around Giving Tuesday, at the calendar year end and fiscal year end in June. We also participate in NHGives and other program-specific fundraising initiatives over the course of the year. For regular updates, please subscribe to our newsletter at ascentria.org. Community members interested in organizing a personal fundraiser for Ascentria are invited to contact our Advancement Department at 774-243-3100 or Advancement@ascentria.org.
Giving Opportunities:
Ascentria offers a variety of giving opportunities to support individuals and families on their journey to self-sufficiency. Donors can contribute on our website with a one-time or monthly gift. We also accept donations via mailed check, Donor-Advised Fund, IRA distribution, gifts of stock, corporate sponsorships, bequests and annual annuities, and even vehicle donations. Ascentria is the only nonprofit in New Hampshire that offers a Fair Market Value tax deduction for cars awarded to families in need. In-kind donation drives for gift cards to grocery stores are greatly appreciated. For more information, please contact the Advancement Department at Advancement@ascentria.org. Your generosity helps transform lives — thank you for partnering with us to build stronger, more resilient communities.
Volunteer Opportunities:
Ascentria volunteers find their work to be impactful, interesting and rewarding. Volunteers collaborate with us to enhance organizational capacity, empower our clients and strengthen our communities. Tutoring, mentoring new Americans or providing professional services are a few examples of how Ascentria volunteers effect real and lasting change in others. Volunteer opportunities exist for individuals, students seeking internships and groups such as corporations, faith communities and special interest groups. For a complete listing of volunteer opportunities, visit www.ascentria.org/community/getinvolved/volunteer.
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Charitable Giving GuideThis profile is part of NH Business Review’s 2026 Charitable Giving Guide.
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