The Carroll County Board of Commissioners is currently accepting applications from nonprofit organizations for its annual county-level grant funding program. This initiative is aimed at supporting nonprofit agencies that deliver essential public services to Carroll County residents. Grants are issued through the county's fiscal budget and are intended to enhance the overall quality of life across Carroll County, New Hampshire. The 2026 funding cycle is now open, with a submission deadline set for October 10, 2025, at 4:00 PM.
This program is designed to provide financial support to nonprofits whose services either fulfill obligations typically borne by the county or its local governments or result in a net reduction of public expenditures. Eligible services may range from health and human services to community assistance and support programs. Organizations must demonstrate that their services are accessible to all residents of Carroll County and show a clear financial need for public funding.
Eligibility criteria are specifically defined to ensure alignment with county objectives. To qualify, agencies must: (1) provide services accessible to all Carroll County residents, (2) offer services that the county or one of its 19 towns or unincorporated places would otherwise be responsible for, (3) reduce public costs either directly or indirectly, (4) prove financial necessity, and (5) provide services that enhance quality of life. Additionally, applicants may not request funding for the same project or program from both Carroll County and an individual town within the county.
Applications can be obtained in three ways: in person at the Carroll County Finance Office located at 95 Water Village Road, Ossipee during standard business hours (8:00 AM to 4:00 PM); via email by contacting Executive Director Mellisa Seamans at mseamans@carrollcountynh.gov; or by downloading from the county’s official website at www.carrollcountynh.gov.
In the previous year, the county received requests totaling $704,396 from 11 nonprofit organizations and awarded $530,500 in grants, reflecting the county’s ongoing commitment to community support. Grants will be funded through the 2026 Carroll County Budget, and applicants must align their proposals with the county’s fiscal and service priorities. There is no stated minimum or maximum award amount for this cycle, and the exact amount available for the 2026 round has not been disclosed.
This program is conducted annually, with recurring grant cycles tied to the county’s annual budgeting process. Based on this schedule, the next expected application window is anticipated to open in September 2026.
