Economic and Community Development

At UNH Extension, we are honored to work with communities across our state on research, programming, and outreach related to the Nature Economy. Anyon... Learn More

People take pride in their main street. It is highly valued as the heart of the community and a symbol of history, character, community values and eco... Learn More

The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic is placing severe challenges on businesses, nonprofits, and local governments throughout the Granite State. Organization... Learn More

UNH Cooperative Extension is excited to announce that Sue Cagle will take on the role of Extension Field Specialist in Grafton County, New Hampshire. ... Learn More

Through our Extension work, we see community resilience despite economic loss and community separation. Derry looks ahead to engage community members ... Learn More

Nature-Based Economic Development State Specialist Learn More

Even while signs of stress hang over the heart of my downtown, I am warmed by countless stories of perseverance, selflessness, ingenuity, and reciproc... Learn More

Many communities with small businesses across the country and our state are dealing with new challenges due to the COVID-19 global pandemic. Small bus... Learn More

Civic pride and local economic success are intertwined. Main street is the symbol of how we care for our community both in the physical sense – how th... Learn More

Updated March 31, 2020. Useful information about the many indirect impacts facing communities and local economies: impacts on businesses, community in... Learn More