Belknap House

10/02/2026

Belknap House got a major upgrade today, when a new MayTag commercial washing machine arrived from Baron's Major Brands Appliances & More! Baron’s removed our old machine which has been with us since we opened. That machine handled over 6,000 loads of laundry for more than 100 families during the last ten years.

We are always grateful for Baron’s assistance in purchasing new appliances for the shelter. They’ve been good to us year after year, offering advice on brands and capacity as well as discounts when they can.

09/30/2026

Tuesday, September 29th, Juniors and Seniors from New Hampton School came to Belknap House ready to lend a hand at some much needed yardwork. They raked, weeded and cleaned up debris from the front, back and side yards of our Court Street shelter and we are sincerely thankful for their time and effort.

www.belknaphouse.org/news/new-hampton-school-students-volunteer

09/29/2026

Belknap House’s ninth year focused on advancing our mission of providing safe shelter to families with children while empowering them to achieve long-term self-sufficiency through education, case management, and strong connections to community resources.

Operationally, Belknap House maintained strong stability throughout the year. We retained all ten staff members across 2025, reflecting both organizational strength and a positive work environment. In addition, our dedicated volunteers remain essential to daily operations, supporting transportation, maintenance, fundraising, and community engagement efforts across both houses.

Our 2025 Annual Report is available on our website if you're interested in reading about a family's story, improvements we made, financial reports, donation impact and more!

https://www.belknaphouse.org/reports-and-awards

09/24/2026

Last year, 2,406 people in New Hampshire experienced homelessness, an increase of 6.7% from 2024. In NH, more than half the people in homeless families are children. Studies indicate that homelessness can have a long-term impact on a child’s cognitive, emotional, and social development.

Belknap House provided over 3,180 bed nights for children in 2025 and helped six families secure housing of their own amid a housing shortage. Belknap House is the only family-centered shelter in Belknap County, providing safe shelter to children alongside educational programming and customized case management for parents.

Every donation, fundraiser, sponsorship and community partnership brings us closer to fulfilling our mission to empower families, build stronger communities, and end the cycle of homelessness.

You can make a difference in the lives of children in YOUR community. Make a one-time donation or join our monthly giving program. Monthly Donations mean predictable income which helps us budget expenses better. https://www.belknaphouse.org/donate

09/23/2026

Free admission to the Harvest Festival at Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center this Saturday! Tractor-drawn wagon rides, hay jump, field games & face painting, explore 3 miles of scenic hiking trails, heirloom gardens & their natural PlayScape!

928 White Oaks Rd, Laconia, NH

ONE WEEK AWAY! 🍂 🚜🍎

The countdown is officially on—Prescott Farm's Annual Harvest Festival is just 7 days away! Grab your family and friends and get ready for a full day of autumn fun on our 160-acre property.

📅 Saturday, September 26
⏰ 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center (928 White Oaks Rd, Laconia, NH)
🎟️ FREE Admission & Open to All!
✨ Festival Highlights:
🚜 Activities: Tractor-drawn wagon rides, hay jump, field games & face painting
🍎 Tastes: Fresh apple c***r pressing & garden-to-table demonstrations
🎨 Art & Music: Fiber artist demonstrations, Plein Aire Art Exhibit & live music from The O'Brien Clan and 🎶
🍔 Local Eats: The Gravy Train Food Truck, Goodfellas Grub Food Truck, LLC, and The Current Nutrition

🌿 Explore: 3 miles of scenic hiking trails, heirloom gardens & our natural PlayScape

Tag who you're bringing in the comments, and don't forget to save this post to your calendar! See you next Saturday on the farm! 🍁✨

09/22/2026

Help us meet the needs of the homeless families at Belknap House. Not only do we provide a warm bed each night, we assist families with food, and other items to help maintain the daily upkeep of our residence. At this time, our food pantry is well stocked, and we could use help sustaining cleaning supplies like toilet bowl cleaner, toilet paper, paper towels, trash bags and freezer bags. For a full list of items on our donation wish list, visit: https://www.belknaphouse.org/wish-list.

Thank you for supporting our mission!

09/18/2026

Belknap House received a generous $10,000 grant from Town Fair Tire Foundation. Belknap House will be able to use this grant to help cover operating costs for our two shelter locations.

The Town Fair Tire Foundation is dedicated to helping create and sustain vibrant and healthy communities, families and individuals. To accomplish this purpose, TFTF invests in community-based organizations that promote self-reliance, economic and social advancement, and improved quality of life.

We are so grateful to Town Fair Tire Foundation and their amazing work empowering communities, transforming lives and making a difference, one day at a time.

09/17/2026

We cannot say enough good things about the Laconia Gilford Lions Club. Led by President Matt Soza, the Lions Club consistently and compassionately gives to those in need within our community. From food drives to recycling programs, fundraising and volunteering, the Laconia Gilford Lions Club is a pillar of our community and we are grateful for their support of Belknap House.

09/16/2026

We are beyond grateful to our community partners for their support and contributions in making our annual golf tournament a success!! Franklin Savings Bank, Stephens Landscaping Professionals, Cross Insurance, Opechee Construction Corporation, St. James Episcopal Church - Laconia, NH, Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Laconia NH, Lakes Region Masons, Odd Fellows Chocorua Lodge #51 Laconia, NH.