About Our Agencies


ECCA’s (Exeter Center for Creative Arts) mission is to provide high quality arts education and resources for people of all ages and abilities in the community, to uplift and enhance lives through art education, to encourage excellence at every skill level and to promote community awareness and appreciation of the arts. (visit their website)

Great Bay Kids’ Company is a nonprofit organization, established in 1967, dedicated to providing quality early childhood education and school-age enrichment programs for children. (visit their website)


Richie McFarland Children’s Center helps young children reach their full developmental potential and supports their families through that process. We provide developmental and support services for children with special needs, assistance to their families and assistance in the use of community and health resources. (visit their website)

Rockingham Community Action is a private, nonprofit organization whose mission is to prevent, reduce and work towards the elimination of poverty. We do this by offering people a variety of services that meet their immediate needs; providing them with the tools and resources to help them overcome economic hardship; and empowering them to address the root causes of poverty. (visit their website)

Seacare Health Services provides access to medical care for uninsured adults, prescription assistance for low-income families and home visiting and health education services for uninsured children. (visit their website)

Since 1924, The Southern District YMCA/Camp Lincoln has been working with local agencies and organizations to meet the needs of the Exeter Area Community. The YMCA anticipates operating a full facility “swim & gym” by utilizing approximately 50,000 square feet of the new community center. A membership fee is required but no one will be turned away because of their inability to pay. Programs from swim lessons and camp to family fitness and yoga will be available to non-members and members alike. (visit their website)

Squamscott Community Commons: a 501(c)(3) organization maintaining an intergenerational community center and serving as a community support organization: a convener and catalyst for identifying and addressing community needs and issues. Local community groups and organizations will be able to utilize the space and grounds for meetings, events and public programs. Look for a community calendar, community living room, adult service programs, environmental recreation programs in our Little River backyard, and more.