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.
New Hampshire Humane Society
Mission Statement:
New Hampshire Humane Society is all about second chances. We find loving families for homeless pets and provide temporary shelter and care for lost or abandoned pets. We advocate for humane and kind treatment of animals, each other and the environment. We offer educational programs, promote responsible pet care and honor the human–animal bond. We advocate tirelessly to hold people accountable for animal abuse and neglect, and we oppose legislations that weaken protections for animals and people.
Top Funding Sources:
Compassionate donors help us save lives and help more pets and their families. Our support includes: individuals (36%), events (20%), foundations (37%) and corporations (7%). Major funders include The Lewyt Charitable Trust and the Mary Manita Family Trust.
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1900
EMPLOYEES: 19
ANNUAL REVENUE: $1,600,000
Service Locations:
Our programs and services are available year-round on our campus. We also have rotating and seasonal programs and services throughout the state, region and country.
Contact:
Charles Stanton
Executive Director
1305 Meredith Center Road
Laconia, NH 03246
603-524-3252
charles@nhhumane.org
www.nhhumane.org
2026 Goals:
In 2026, New Hampshire Humane Society continues to expand our programs, advocacy and community care. We will expand our My Best Friend Community Pet Clinic and, under the leadership of Dr. Ashley Dunn-McWilliams, the medical clinic now assists more families and pets than ever. We will increase our National Rescue Project Transports to bring pets from overcrowded shelters nationwide to New England to prevent euthanasia and find them loving homes. We will also continue to engage in advocacy to hold people accountable for animal abuse and neglect while opposing legislations that weaken protections for animals and their families. As New Hampshire’s new leader in animal natural disaster response, we will ensure no animal is left behind in times of crisis. We will continue to be a trusted partner for families seeking affordable care, adoption services and life-long support for the pets they love.
Fundraising Events:
Our lifesaving work is made possible by the generosity of community members, sponsors, donor and business partners. Signature 2026 events include our Second Chances Casino Night (January 23 at Lake Estate in Tilton), the Be a Hero 5K Run/Walk (September at Castle in the Clouds), the Compassion Golf Tournament (May 11, marking the golf season kickoff) and our popular Yoga with Friends sessions held year-round on our campus. These gatherings bring people together in celebration of kindness, compassion and community. Show your compassion and have a lot of fun! NHHumane.org/events.
Giving Opportunities:
Support can take many forms including event sponsorship and participation; donations of money, time and supplies; financial contributions supporting medical care, surgeries and special needs of animals in recovery; or sponsoring a community program. Every gift helps ensure homeless pets receive medication, surgery and recovery support. Donations also fund our growing community programs that reach vulnerable pets and families across the New England region. Visit nhhumane.org/donate to save more homeless pets and help more people.
Volunteer Opportunities:
Volunteers are the heart of our mission. We are always seeking community volunteers to help with various tasks such as cleaning, walking dogs, providing love and attention to the shelter pets, and supporting events and programs. Our main initiatives include: our volunteer and foster programs; the Telling Tails reading to pets program; our Dog for a Day canine socialization program; and Pets for Life, which provides door-to-door services to community families and their pets. The gift of your time will save lives. Find out more at nhhumane.org/programs or email programs@nhhumane.org.
Board Officers / Board Members
Deb McNeish
President
Retired public school
administrator
Jerry Kadish
Vice President
Beacon Payments
Ashley Davis
Secretary
Four Seasons Sotheby’s
International Realty
Nathan McShinsky
Treasurer
Eastern Propane & Oil
Suzanne Bryant
Town of Meredith
Tasha Hubicki
Catholic Medical Center
Larissa Lezama Salcedo
Lezama Family Happy Tails Dog Park
Janna Thompson
Bank of New Hampshire
Rachel Xavier
The Xavier Group
Charitable Giving Guide
This 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.
