In this episode of Community Catalyst, Lynne Boyer,Vice President of Community Impact at the YMCA of Greater Nashua, sits down with Nick Hammond, Health and Wellness Manager at Opportunity Networks.

Nick shares how Opportunity Networks supports adults livingwith intellectual and developmental disabilities across southern New Hampshire, providing meaningful opportunities in health and wellness, supportedemployment, and daily living skills. Together, the YMCA and Opportunity Networks have built a long-standing partnership focused on creating inclusive, engaging experiences that promote confidence, connection, and overall wellbeing.

From group fitness and recreational activities at the YMCAto innovative virtual programming during the pandemic, this conversation highlights how collaboration can expand access and improve quality of life. Nick also shares exciting upcoming initiatives, including a new employment training program at the YMCA and their annual golf tournament fundraiser.

Tune in to learn how person-centered support, strong community partnerships, and a shared commitment to inclusion are making a lasting impact.

In this episode of Community Catalyst, Lynne Boyer,Vice President of Community Impact at the YMCA of Greater Nashua, sits down with Liz Calabria, President and CEO of the Greater Merrimack & Souhegan Valley Chamber of Commerce. They discuss how the chamber serves as a truecommunity connector, helping local businesses, nonprofits, and individuals grow, network, and make meaningful connections across 12 towns in the region.

Liz shares the story behind the chamber’s events, from networking mixers and volunteer opportunities to the Annual Business Awards and Healthy Kids Fest, and how partnerships with organizations like the YMCA bring these initiatives to life. She also explains how anyone in the community can get involved and take advantage of the chamber’s programs to strengthen connections, support local businesses, and make a positive impact.

In this episode of Community Catalyst, host LynneBoyer, Vice President of Community Impact at the YMCA of Greater Nashua, sits down with Jana Brown, Program Manager at the Children's Literacy Foundation (CLiF), to explore their long-standing partnership.

CLiF has been inspiring children across Vermont and NewHampshire for nearly 30 years, promoting a love of reading and writing through grant programs, book giveaways, and in-person experiences with authors, illustrators, poets, and storytellers.

From summer reading programs to early childhood educationinitiatives, Jana shares how CLiF brings books and literacy experiences to kids in under-resourced communities, helping them connect with stories, develop skills, and build a love for reading that lasts a lifetime.

Learn how the YMCA and CLiF are working together to support children and families, create meaningful community connections, and make reading fun, accessible, and engaging.