Granite United Way brings resources to Northern Region during COVID-19 pandemic

The Berlin Sun

When the COVID-19 pandemic began sweeping through New Hampshire Granite United Way was there to help.

“We know there are immediate needs across all of our communities, and we are proud to be working together with so many individuals and partners to bring that to our Northern Region,” said Patrick Tufts, President and CEO of Granite United Way.

One of the first ways Granite United Way’s team stepped up was when the Governor’s announcement was made that 211 NH would serve as the information line for the COVID-19 pandemic. Since that announcement, the team at 211 NH has taken more than 32,000 calls from New Hampshire residents.

“Granite United Way quickly established the Granite United Way COVID-19 Relief Fund where 100 percent of donations are being directed to individuals and families in need because of the pandemic. To date this Fund has raised $475,000 in pledges and we anticipate raising $750,000 in total,” said Tufts.

Granite United Way is working with regional organizations to help distribute these funds across the state.

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