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All Hands In

Community Grants

Grants & Donations Awarded to date | $607,180.00

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Grant opportunities are currently closed. We will be accepting Grants again April 1st, 2026.

Derry Wolverine Dream Foundation (DWDF) is committed to supporting non-profit organizations within Rockingham and Hillsborough counties of New Hampshire. The DWDF provides financial support through grants to community based non-profit organizations, empowering them to implement innovative projects, purchase equipment, and provide  services and initiatives that address the unique needs and challenges of their communities.
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The grants provided by the DWDF are designed to assist organizations to maintain and expand services, enhance infrastructure, and support initiatives that address community needs. By investing in these organizations, the DWDF aims to foster collaboration, innovation, and sustainability within the non-profit sector while maximizing the overall impact on the well-being of the communities served.

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Thank you for your interest in the DWDF Community Grant program. We are dedicated to supporting the local community and are proud to have had the opportunity to review all the applications. 

 

Follow us on social media to stay up to date on our next open application period. We look forward to your continued support in the future.

Funding Guidelines

& Eligibility Requirements

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  • Maximum grant request is $10,000. Not all applications will receive the maximum amount.

  • Organizations must be tax-exempt under IRS Section 501(c)*(unless you can provide proof of exemption if you are an organization that is not obligated to register) and in good standing with the NH Secretary of State and NH Charitable Trust Unit.

  • Organizations must be located and registered in Rockingham or Hillsborough County, New Hampshire. No foreign entities will be considered.

  • Organizations may not have received more than $30,000 in total funding from the Derry Wolverine Dream Foundation in the past 36 months.

  • DWDF does not fund startup organizations. Applicants must demonstrate an operational history and provide up-to-date financial documentation (prior year income statement, current budget, IRS tax return).

  • Only online applications with all required documents will be reviewed. Incomplete submissions will result in denial.

Accepting Applications | April 1, 2026

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