Community Children's Fund

10/13/2026

Festival of Trees preparations are in full swing, and there are 50 live trees waiting to be transformed.
Businesses, organizations, families, and groups can sponsor or decorate a tree for this festive annual event. It is a fun way to be part of a beloved Exeter tradition while supporting the Community Children’s Fund’s largest fundraiser of the year.
Reserve your tree before they are gone:
https://www.exeterareacharitablefoundation.org/festivaloftrees

10/09/2026

A warm coat. Boots that fit. Bedding for a good night’s sleep.
As the new school year gets underway, the Community Children’s Fund is preparing to grant funds directly to each public school in our service area. School staff can use those funds right away to purchase items for students they identify as needing support.
One elementary school shared that last year’s grant helped provide seven pairs of boots, numerous coats, and warm bedding for students. That is the practical difference community generosity can make.

10/07/2026

Chase the Ace 10/6/26. Winner Winner Chicken Dinner! Anne Marie picked the 3rd card in as #3 was her deceased best friend’s favorite number. I’m guessing it will now be her favorite number too! &4,931 jackpot with 10 cards left. Game # 15 starts next week with a $1 ,000 jackpot. It’s great video give it a watch.

10/06/2026

Start your ovens. Registration is now open for the annual Gingerbread House Competition.
This year’s theme is “Christmas Time Machine,” and we cannot wait to see where your creativity takes you. Gather your family, friends, coworkers, or classmates and create something festive for a great local cause.
Find registration details and rules here:
https://www.exeterareacharitablefoundation.org/gingerbread-house-registration

09/30/2026

Donations big and small add up to a mighty impact in our community.
Thank you to everyone who has donated to the Community Children’s Fund this past year, along with our Community Champions. Together, your support has added up to more than $30,000 for local children.
We are grateful for every person, business, and organization that helps make this work possible.
See our Community Champions. https://www.exeterareacharitablefoundation.org/champions

09/29/2026

Chase the Ace at Shooters Pub no winner jackpot $4,738. Carol celebrated her birthday by picking 3 of spades for Amy which was nestled right next to the Ace of hearts!

09/26/2026

The Festival of Trees is a whole lot of holiday fun with a very practical purpose behind it.
Every tree bid, bake sale purchase, and donation helps support the Community Children’s Fund’s annual Clothing Voucher Program. The funds raised stay focused on helping local children have warm clothing, footwear, and bedding.
We look forward to welcoming the community back to Exeter Town Hall on December 2 and 3.

09/25/2026

Wow! Exeter, NH - Festival of Trees - CCF is on fire!

Join the Festival of Trees and support local children. Enjoy festive activities and help raise funds for those in need. Held annually at Exeter Town Hall.

09/22/2026

Octoberfest at Chase the Ace tonight and John picked queen of diamonds which was worth $41. New jackpot $4,604. Get your tickets for next week.