Resource Organizations
Nonprofit organization providing information guides, maps and brochures for area attractions, accommodations, restaurants and shops.
A one-stop location where NH businesses that export or are considering exporting can access the information necessary to effectively explore, develop and penetrate the foreign marketplace. Offers the business community several programs and services including one-on-one counseling, automated trade leads, worldwide marketing promotion, international trade resource library, export finance assistance, market research and education and training seminars.
Created in 1991 by the Legislature to increase collaboration, technology development and innovation between NH businesses and universities. Businesses match their project awards to fund research, which often leads to new products and processes. Program goals include increased competitiveness and profitability for businesses, an increase in the tax base and in local jobs, federal funding of Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) awards and additional funding from venture capitalists.
An affiliate of the Society for Human Resource Management, the council’s mission is to aid in the advancement of the Human Resources profession within New Hampshire by providing leadership and structure as well as partnering with the Legislature to obtain a voice in the state government.
Nonprofit trade organization representing nursing homes, retirement centers and retirement communities. Provides httptrade advocacy and public information.
Statewide nonprofit association of people involved in the road, bridge-building and maintenance industry.
New Hampshire’s center for business retention and expansion. Its goal is to stimulate local economic growth by assisting businesses that are already in operation and by helping out-of-state businesses expand or relocate here. Staff members can link businesses with a variety of financial, technological, business planning, marketing and job training resources. Best of all, this assistance is free and strict confidentiality is assured.
The Community Loan Fund is a statewide nonprofit charitable organization that turns investments into loans and education to create opportunity and transform lives.
State authority that was created by legislation to assist communities with economic development and housing programs through association with nonprofit organizations. The CDFA has financed economic development and housing projects statewide through the use of tax credits, direct loans and grants.
Created in 1992, it offers several loan programs to foster economic development and create employment in NH, with an emphasis on small business assistance. One initiative is the Capital Access Program, which provides incentives to banks to make loans to small businesses considered to have more than conventional risk.
Nonprofit organization that educates, motivates and recognizes business support of and participation in the arts. Administers a variety of programs and services, including Business in the Arts Awards, ArtSavers and Lawyers for the Arts/NH.
New Hampshire’s statewide chamber of commerce and leading business advocate, representing members in a variety of industries. Through advocacy with state and federal legislators and regulators, the BIA works to promote a healthy business climate and robust economic future for New Hampshire.
To disseminate and dispense information on companies, including a complaint division, consumer education and binding arbitration.
Nonprofit trade organization that supports general contractors, subcontractors, equipment dealers and suppliers, and other industry professions and is dedicated to improving the professional standards of the construction industry.
Full-service organization providing information and programs in the areas of human resources, business development and government relations for contractors.
Nonprofit trade organization for home inspectors. Provides newsletters, training, education and legislative information to members.
Has over 300 architect members, associate members and allied building professionals. Serves as the voice of the architecture profession and as a resource for its members in service to society.
Trade association for auto parts stores in the New England area. Provides members with health, life and disability insurance and a bank for financial needs.
The Market Accelerator” is a startup incubator & co-working space with two physical locations on “Market Street” in Historic Downtown Portsmouth, New Hampshire and “Tech Square” near MIT in Kendall Square Cambridge, Massachusetts.
The Business and Industry Association is New Hampshire’s statewide chamber of commerce and leading business advocate.
The New Hampshire Business Committee for the Arts educates, motivates, and recognizes business support of and participation in the arts. The NHBCA advocates for the value of the arts in economic, social and community development, and the NHBCA facilitates people and projects that enhance engagement in the arts.
The mission of DRTC is to promote and support business growth in the local region and economic development in the State of New Hampshire.
The Nashua Innovation Center is a community for entrepreneurs that fosters learning from mentors, advisors, investors and fellow entrepreneurs and supports startups seeking to grow scalable businesses that advance innovation.
Grafton Regional Development Corporation (Grafton RDC) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to creating opportunity for entrepreneurs and businesses within the Granite State.
The Hannah Grimes Center for Entrepreneurship provides the space, tools and connections that innovative entrepreneurs need to build strong businesses, thriving local economies, and vibrant communities in the Monadnock Region.
Alpha Loft, an initiative of the NH Tech Alliance, supports and provides resources to entrepreneurs in NH.
The Magnuson Center for Entrepreneurship serves Dartmouth students, faculty and alumni along the path from entrepreneurial thinking to entrepreneurial doing. We provide co-curricular education and experiences, funding opportunities, and connection to our world-class alumni network.
Dartmouth’s Engineering Entrepreneurship Program (DEEP) is a discipline-spanning educational paradigm that integrates entrepreneurship and leadership training into all levels of the engineering curriculum at Thayer School.
Non-Profit Business Lenders Providing Business Finance and Technical Assistance to Strafford County, New Hampshire Businesses Since 1997
REDC is a nonprofit serving Southern NH that offers business financing, free business advice, business development training, and economic development.
ROC USA® was launched in May 2008 by national and regional nonprofits that joined together to serve one mission: To make quality resident ownership viable nationwide and to expand economic opportunities for homeowners in manufactured (mobile) home communities.
Loans and training for resident cooperatives to help them preserve their manufactured homes and build vibrant communities.
The Umbagog Area Chamber of Commerce, located in Errol New Hampshire, is a non-profit organization made up of members from every segment of the community.
The Newport Area has a great sense of community spirit.
The Meredith Area Chamber of Commerce is a business organization designed to advance and promote the commercial, industrial, service, professional, tourism and retail interests of the Winnipesaukee, Squam and Newfound Regions of Central New Hampshire.
The Upper Valley Business Alliance represents 460 businesses strong located throughout the Upper Valley.
The Lake Sunapee Region Chamber of Commerce services towns in the Sullivan and Merrimack counties.
Jaffrey Chamber members contribute significantly to the vibrancy, health, and cohesive spirit that our community enjoys.
The Hooksett Chamber represents a community of vibrant local businesses in the Hooksett, Manchester, and Greater Concord, New Hampshire area.
The Falls Chamber of Commerce serves the “Falls” area, including Somersworth, Berwick, North Berwick, South Berwick, and Rollinsford. We strive to promote business through member services, educational programs, cooperative partnerships, and legislative advocacy.
The Greater Ossipee Area, which consists of the towns Ossipee, Effingham, Madison, Sandwich, Tamworth, and Freedom New Hampshire, is a gateway to the extraordinary.
Franconia Notch Regional Chamber of Commerce, situated in New Hampshire’s western White Mountains is a “Four Season One Destination” experience for guests and visitors coming to the region.
With a strong sense of community, Bethlehem offers old-fashioned festivals, outdoor concerts, ongoing art shows and live musical performances, amazing antique shopping, and beautiful inns and bed and breakfasts all nestled within our quaint downtown village in the beautiful White Mountains of New Hampshire.
The Wolfeboro Area Chamber of Commerce helps the business of the eastern shore of Lake Winnipesaukee, surrounded by the pristine beauty of forests and mountains.
The Western White Mountains Chamber of Commerce represents 200 businesses and organizations in the towns of Lincoln, Woodstock and Franconia Notch.
