Easter Seals New Hampshire Inc
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
To provide plans of care comprised of thoughtfully integrated services that help those with varied abilities live, learn, work, and play throughout their lifetimes.
- Income
- $149.2 million
- Spending
- $122.0 million
- Spent on programs
- 84%
- Reserves
- -0.5 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- fees for its services, 78%
- Employees
- 1,791
- Volunteers
- 28
- Highest pay
- $500,863, president & ceo
Source: Form 990 for the year ending August 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
Fair: 55 out of 100. Higher than 46% of charities in its peer group (human services, over $100m).
Reserves
0 of 35Spendable reserves are negative: it owes or has committed more than it holds.
Debt
10 of 20It owes 31% of what it owns.
Living within its means
15 of 15Income exceeded spending by 18% of income.
Income trend
15 of 15Income rose 30% on the year before.
Spending floor
15 of 1584% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 14 cents.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending August 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
Strong: 100 out of 100. Higher than 28% of charities in its peer group (human services, over $100m).
Independent board
25 of 2525 of 25 voting board members are independent.
Conflict of interest policy
15 of 15Has a written conflict of interest policy.
Whistleblower policy
8 of 8Has a written whistleblower policy.
Record keeping policy
7 of 7Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.
Board minutes
5 of 5Keeps minutes of board meetings.
Board sees the tax return
10 of 10Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.
Pay set independently
5 of 5Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.
Independent check of accounts
15 of 15Its accounts were audited by an independent accountant.
No reported misuse
10 of 10Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending August 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Impact evidence
Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.
Programs described in its return (1)
- $102.3 million spent. Easter Seals New Hampshire (ESNH) is dedicated to helping children, adults and seniors with varied abilities live, learn, work, and play throughout their lifetimes. In FY 2025, ESNH provided $6.2 million dollars in free and reduced-priced services. Our programs and services include:Camping & Recreation (Camp Sno-Mo):Camp Sno-Mo, located on Hidden Valley Scout Reservation in Gilmanton Iron Works, is Easterseals New Hampshire's overnight camp program for youth with disabilities ages 11 to 21.For over 30 years, we have provided a safe and accessible residential camp for children and young adults. Our activities allow campers to challenge themselves to learn and grow, make new friends, develop confidence, and discover how much they can achieve. We accommodate campers with special medical and nutritional needs with around-the-clock care and supervision. In addition to weekly summer camp, respite weekends are available from October to April. Camp Sno-Mo is sponsored by the New Hampshire Snowmobile Association and works closely with the Scouts of America Daniel Webster Council to create life-changing experiences for our campers.Camp activities include water sports, hiking, archery, first aid, scout merit badges, riflery, ecology, zip lines/ropes course, STEAM, crafts & performing arts, sailing, motor boating, canoeing, adaptive horseback riding, black smiting / metal working, wood working and leather working.Early Childhood Centers of Excellence:Child Care at Early Childhood Centers of Excellence are warm, joyful places where children of all abilities spend the day playing, learning, and socializing. With two Manchester locations, both Centers are fully accredited by the NAEYC and provide integrated care that may include developmental services such as speech therapy, physical therapy, and social and emotional supports. Our low child-to-teacher ratio ensures every child receives personalized care, attention, and learning opportunities. Parents agree that the nurturing classroom fosters compassion and empathy among children of all abilities and establishes a strong foundation for a child's school years. Private pay or NH Child Care Scholarship are accepted.Community-Based Services:Our community-based residential, vocational, and clinical services help adults with disabilities achieve stability, well-being, and fulfillment.We connect people with safe and supportive living situations, meaningful paid and volunteer work, health services, opportunities for exploration and play, and more. We take a person-centered approach that builds on the strengths and interests of each individual and considers not just today's needs but tomorrow's and beyond. For families, we provide respite, resources, and support. Services are funded by Medicaid waiver programs through contracts with area agencies.Services we offer include:Community Participation Services Paid employment, volunteering, continuing education, and recreation options tailored to meet the needs of each individual.Shared Living Residential Services Placement that matches the individual's interests, lifestyle, and support needs with a qualified home care provider. Ongoing support, monitoring, and respite resources ensure safety and satisfaction and assist with placement longevity.Staffed Residential Services Over 20 residential homes provide staffing 24 hours per day, 7 days per week for those needing more intense support.Clinical Services Evidence-based and person-centered interventions for individuals diagnosed with intellectual disabilities and mental illness. Services include behavioral support, individual and group therapy, and nursing services.Family Services Financial support, education and training, staffing supports, respite, assistance with activities of daily living, transportation, nursing services, and emergency support.Children's Therapeutic Services:Our Children's Therapeutic Services offer extensive outpatient services to maximize outcomes for infants, toddlers, children, and adolescents with a range of conditions. Our pediatric specialists help children learn, play, and experience success as they grow, providing therapeutic services that include: occupational therapy, speech/language pathology, physical therapy, neurological diagnosis (including Autism and seizure disorders), mental health counseling and more. We also offer care coordination for children with multiple disorders. With locations in Manchester and Salem, NH, both in-office and telehealth visits are available.Military & Veterans Campus:The Easterseals NH Military & Veterans Campus will officially open on September 18, 2025, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. This first-of-its-kind campus in Franklin NH is designed as a true community for Veterans, military members, first responders, and their families. Set on 15 riverside acres, the campus is a place where people can access the support they needwhile reconnecting with nature, with each other, and with themselves.Phase I includes on-site housing, counseling, care coordination, recreational opportunities, the Bernadine Herron Center for events, and retreats. Phase II will introduce the Solinsky Equine & Recreation Center, the Solinsky Empowerment Center, The Werner Mazda Challenge Course and The Swim With A Mission Aquatics & Fitness Center. Together, we are creating a space of belonging and renewal.Affordable Housing29 permanent, affordable rental units where military members, Veterans, and their families can live with dignity, comfort, and community.ES Veterans Association and Eversource Hub of ServicesA centralized location for multiple Veteran Service Organizations, ensuring every visitor receives coordinated, comprehensive care.Bernadine Herron CenterConference and event center with 22 carefully appointed guest rooms and meeting spaceideal for gatherings, trainings, and team building.Outdoor & Therapeutic RecreationDirect access to the rail trail and Merrimack River encourages outdoor wellness. The planned Solinsky Equine
Source: Form 990 for the year ending August 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Legitimacy checks
Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.
Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.
Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Passed.
Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.
Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 30, 2026.
Are donations tax-deductible? Passed.
On the IRS list of organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions.
Source: Publication 78 data: organizations eligible for tax-deductible contributions, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 10, 2026.
Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.
Most recent return on file covers the year ending August 2025.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since May 2016.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.
Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.
Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.
Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated October 7, 2026.
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