General Welfare Assistance

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IMPORTANT UPDATE: The Hanover Welfare office would like to make Hanover residents who receive Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits aware that they can visit LISTEN’s food pantry at 60 Hanover Street, Lebanon. During the federal government shutdown, LISTEN is getting extra food boxes from the New Hampshire Food Bank for NH SNAP recipients. Walk-ins are welcome at the LISTEN food pantry. No appointment is needed. Hours are Monday 12:00–4:00 p.m. and Tuesday through Friday 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. 

Hanover residents can also complete a short application for food assistance through the Hanover Welfare office; proof of Hanover residency and SNAP benefits is required.  Please call the office at 603-653-0184 to schedule an appointment.


The mission of the Hanover Welfare Program is to assist people who are experiencing economic hardship in our community and are unable to sustain their basic needs of shelter, utilities, food, transportation, and/or emergency medical expenses.  Applying Hanover taxpayer dollars, we provide welfare assistance, advocacy, and resource referrals in a confidential manner.  By partnering with other local, state, and federal agencies, our goal is to work with eligible applicants toward a plan for financial self-sufficiency and sustainability. 

Requests for General Welfare Assistance Process

General Welfare Assistance Application Packet (PDF)

  1. Print an application or pick up a printed copy at:
    • Municipal Building - 41 South Main Street (Human Resources Office)
    • Howe Library - 13 South Street
    • Richard W. Black Community Center - 48 Lebanon Street

    2. Complete application

    3. Contact Jen Gantrish, General Welfare Assistance Coordinator, to set up an appointment to            review the completed application 

Related Documents

  1. Guidelines for General Assistance (PDF)
  2. Parks Recreation Scholarship Application (PDF)