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Harnessing the Power of Place
An Outdoor Economy Academy Overview
The Outdoor Economy Academy is a cohort-based learning program that helps communities explore the relationship between outdoor recreation, natural res... Learn More
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Outdoor Economy Trailblazers: Glenn Trefethen
New Hampshire’s outdoor spaces help shape our communities, our local businesses, and the way we connect with the places we love. The Outdoor Economy A... Learn More
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Outdoor Economy Trailblazers: Gordon Boddington
New Hampshire’s outdoor spaces help shape our communities, our local businesses, and the way we connect with the places we love. The Outdoor Economy A... Learn More
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Enhancing Downtown Vitality: UNH Extension’s First Impressions Program
Vibrant downtowns serve as the heart of communities, offering social gathering spaces, economic opportunities, and a sense of place for the people who... Learn More
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Effective Business Engagement Strategies for Communities: Webinar Recap
In our recent webinar on Business Engagement Strategies for Communities, we delved into the best practices for business retention and expansion (BR&E)... Learn More
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UNH Extension Goes (Almost) Undercover as Tourists in West Virginia
Curious how rural communities build thriving tourism and recreation economies? A multi-state research collaboration, including UNH Extension and partn... Learn More
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The Nuts & Bolts of Community Needs Assessment
Pros and Cons of Assessement Methods
A community needs assessment is an essential process for understanding the opinions, assumptions, needs, key issues, and assets within a defined commu... Learn More
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Measuring Community Impact on a Shoestring
Practical Strategies for Community Organizations with Limited Evaluation Resources
Many community-serving organizations struggle to capture the impacts of their work. Reasons include the lack of a formal system or structure by which ... Learn More
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Discussing Downtown Vibrancy
Many communities in New Hampshire have traditional downtowns or village centers; places that are the heart of the city or town. These areas are define... Learn More
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New Arts & Economic Prosperity 6 Study Finds Nonprofit Arts and Culture was a $151.7 Billion Industry in 2022
New research confirms that arts and culture is not only good for you, it’s good for your community, and good for business. Nationally, the Arts & Econ... Learn More