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Harbor Homes Inc

EIN 02-0351932 · Nashua, NH

Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthWeak31 out of 100GovernanceStrong100 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

Harbor Care's mission is to provide vital services, including housing and healthcare to all in our communities needing assistance. Our vision is one where everyone gets to live safe, stable, and healthy lives, filled with purpose, respect and dignity.

Income
$39.3 million
Spending
$41.9 million
Spent on programs
82%
Reserves
-3.6 months of spending
Largest source of income
government grants, 58%
Employees
303
Volunteers
153
Highest pay
$294,320, ceo

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Weak: 31 out of 100. Higher than 10% of charities in its peer group (housing, $10m to $100m).

  • Reserves

    0 of 35

    Spendable reserves are negative: it owes or has committed more than it holds.

  • Debt

    2 of 20

    It owes 80% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    4 of 15

    Spending exceeded income by 7% of income.

  • Income trend

    10 of 15

    Income fell 1% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    82% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 2 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Strong: 100 out of 100. Higher than 44% of charities in its peer group (housing, $10m to $100m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    15 of 15 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    15 of 15

    Has a written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    8 of 8

    Has a written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    7 of 7

    Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.

  • Board minutes

    5 of 5

    Keeps minutes of board meetings.

  • Board sees the tax return

    10 of 10

    Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.

  • Pay set independently

    5 of 5

    Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.

  • Independent check of accounts

    15 of 15

    Its accounts were audited by an independent accountant.

  • No reported misuse

    10 of 10

    Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 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 (4)
  1. $19.4 million spent. Housing: Owning and operating more than 30 properties, Harbor Homes provides the housing and supports needed to escape homelessness and sustain independence in the community. The largest builder and supplier of supportive housing for those experiencing homelessness in NH, we serve 1,000 individuals annually through our own housing and the distribution of vouchers used in the private rental market. Our specialized Veterans FIRST programming uses outreach, housing, emergency subsidies, and employment supports to ensure no veteran remains homeless in New Hampshire.
  2. $8.7 million spent. Harbor Care Health and Wellness Center (HCHWC): The HCHWC is s a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) that serves thousands of individuals and families, including veterans, who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness, low income, uninsured, and/or underinsured. HCHWC provides primary, preventive, behavioral, pharmacy, HIV, substance misuse, and dental health care services, and does not turn anyone away due to an inability to pay for services. In addition, the HCHWC integrates services that impact social determinants of health, such as housing, employment, education and training, home healthcare, and supports with serious chronic health conditions.
  3. $6.2 million spent. Peer Recovery Support Services: Since 2016, Harbor Care has served as the Facilitating Organization for the state of New Hampshire's efforts to support the sustainable and integrated development of Recovery Community Organizations (RCO) and their delivery of Peer Recovery Support Services (PRSS). We've helped 13 Recovery Community Organizations operating 20 Recovery Community Centers grow and thrive, as they serve thousands of individuals in all stages of recovery throughout New Hampshire.
  4. $73,466 spent. Harbor Care is an innovative nonprofit providing health care, housing and human services helping adults, children, and families of New Hampshire find solutions to many of life's most challenging issues. We provide high quality housing and residential services, primary and behavioral health care, substance use disorder treatment, home care, HIV/AIDS care, veteran services, employment supports, and supports to individuals and families who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness. Our unique model allows us to provide the wide range of collaborative services people need to gain and sustain independence. Each year, Harbor Care provides integrated care and housing to thousands of New Hampshire community members statewide, with a focus on the Greater Nashua, Manchester, Salem, Antrim, Plymouth, Claremont, Keene, and southern New Hampshire regions.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Legitimacy checks

  1. 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 October 13, 2026.

  2. 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 October 13, 2026.

  3. 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 October 13, 2026.

  4. Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.

    Most recent return on file covers the year ending June 2025.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  5. How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.

    Recognized by the IRS since April 1985.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  6. 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 21, 2026.

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