Bank of New Hampshire Donates $10,000 to Support Affordable Housing Projects in the North Country

Bank of New Hampshire (BNH) is proud to announce a $10,000 donation to Affordable Housing, Education and Development, Inc. (AHEAD), to support the development of affordable housing projects in Gorham, Whitefield and Bethlehem, NH.

This contribution will help AHEAD in its mission to acquire, rehabilitate and construct housing units in the North Country. It will also support financial education programs designed to help individuals and families in their path to homeownership.

AHEAD is a community-based housing development organization committed to creating safe, affordable housing and revitalizing rural communities across northern New Hampshire.

This donation aligns with Bank of New Hampshire’s 2025 giving priorities, which focus on expanding access to affordable housing throughout the state. It underscores the bank’s long-standing dedication to investing in meaningful, long-term solutions to address New Hampshire’s housing challenges.

“We are honored to support AHEAD and their mission to provide quality, affordable housing across the North Country,” said Chris Logan, President and CEO of Bank of New Hampshire. “Their work is essential to the well-being of our communities, and we’re proud to play a role in advancing it.” “We are inspired by Bank of New Hampshire’s commitment to fostering brighter futures for the communities it serves,” said Harrison Kanzler, AHEAD Executive Director. “We are proud to partner with the bank in continuing to make a positive impact across the state.”

Bank of New Hampshire, founded in 1831, provides deposit, lending, and wealth management products and services to families and businesses throughout New Hampshire and southern Maine. With 21 banking offices and assets exceeding $2.5 billion, Bank of New Hampshire is the oldest and one of the largest independent banks in the state. Bank of New Hampshire is a mutual organization, focused on the success of the bank’s customers, communities, and employees, rather than stockholders. For more information, call 1.800.832.0912 or visit BNH.Bank.

Pictured left-right: Bambi Lane, AVP – Commercial Banker for Bank of New Hampshire; Harrison Kanzler, AHEAD Executive Director; Samantha Marshall, Operations Director for AHEAD; Tim Connolly, VP – Littleton Banking Office Manager for Bank of New Hampshire; Lisa Simonds, Littleton Bank Services Representative for Bank of New Hampshire.