Mission Statement:
Harbor Care is committed to breaking the cycle of homelessness through housing, health care and veteran services. Our vision is one where everyone gets to live safe, stable and healthy lives, filled with purpose, respect and dignity.
Top Funding Sources:
Dept. of Housing and Urban Development Dept. of Health and Human Services
State of NH
Dept. of Veterans Affairs
Private grants and contributions
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1980
EMPLOYEES: 225
Service Locations:
Nashua, Manchester, Plymouth, Salem, Claremont, Antrim, Keene
Contact:
Brian Tagliaferro
Chief Philanthropy Officer
77 Northeastern Blvd.
Nashua, NH 03062
603-882-3616
B.Tagliaferro@harborcarenh.org
www.harborcarenh.org
Each year, nine out of 10 individuals we place in permanent housing with wraparound support do not return to homelessness. In 2026, our three key priorities are:
For 22 years, Harbor Care has welcomed thousands of our most vulnerable neighbors to share a warm meal, companionship and a moment of hope at our Thanksgiving Community Dinner. Held each year on the Tuesday before Thanksgiving, this gathering is far more than a moment of hope at our Thanksgiving Community Dinner for the 300+ individuals and families who attend. For many, it’s the moment a door opens and they find the support they’ve been searching for.
The NH Veteran Stand Down is a vital resource expo for veterans in need of support. Hosted by Harbor Care in partnership with the VA and dozens of community service providers, the event brings essential services together in one location. Veterans can access assistance with housing, food, medical care, pension claims, employment, financial guidance and more — all in a single, welcoming setting.
How your support can help:
$50 – Safety kits (socks, hat, blanket, personal care/hygiene supplies)
$100 – Employment Support (training, certification, work clothing)
$500 – Welcome Home Kit: essentials for a family moving from homelessness into home (food, linens, dishes/cookware, etc.)
$1,000 – one year of comprehensive support for a veteran moving out of homelessness and on to a pathway to success
Volunteers can provide administrative support in finance and HR, help advance our marketing/communications, join in fundraising efforts, and help maintain our facilities with landscaping, painting and light carpentry.
Joel Jaffe
Chair
Hewlett Packard (retired)
Lanna Martin
Vice Chair BAE Systems
Laurie Goguen
Secretary
Linahan Limousine
Jared Freilich
Treasurer
Bank of America
Michael P. Aksten
Director
Grant Alois
Director
Jean D’Arc Credit Union
David Anzalone
Director
Advanced Exteriors &
Glazing
Thomas I. Arnold
Director
City of Manchester (retired)
Dr. Prathima Bayisetty
Director
Self-employed, DMD
Vijay Bhatt
Director
Harvard Pilgrim Health
Care
Vincent Chamberlain
Director
Federal Aviation Administration (retired)
Rosemarie Dykeman
Director
Salvation Army Nashua (retired)
Edward McDonough
Director
Gate House Treatment
Richard Plante
Director
U.S. Army (retired)
Dr. Michael Remar, MD, FACS
Director
St. Joseph Hospital
Charitable Giving GuideThis profile is part of NH Business Review’s 2026 Charitable Giving Guide.
To learn more about the Charitable Giving Guide and other New Hampshire nonprofit organizations, please visit www.nhbr.com/CGG.
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