Emily Moore
Advancement Director, Lighthouse Credit Union Foundation
Emily brings nearly two decades of nonprofit development experience, with a career distinguished by innovation, strategic leadership, and a deep commitment to community impact. She oversees the Foundation’s budget planning and directs all fundraising initiatives and communication strategies to deepen community engagement and broaden philanthropic support. With a background spanning premier organizations such as the University of New Hampshire Foundation, Wentworth-Douglass Hospital Foundation, and The Music Hall, Emily has consistently delivered results. Her achievements include leading the most successful fundraising year at the Wentworth-Douglass Foundation, securing a landmark $250,000 major gift, and generating more than 40% of annual revenue through record-breaking special events.
Throughout her career, Emily has demonstrated a remarkable ability to build genuine, lasting relationships with donors, stakeholders, and community leaders. Her strengths include annual and major giving, donor stewardship, corporate philanthropy, and strategic event management. She is a passionate advocate for causes that strengthen community well-being and foster equitable opportunities for all.
Emily holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of New Hampshire. She is actively involved in the community, serving on various boards and engaging in volunteer work across the Seacoast region. Known for her creativity, drive, and collaborative leadership, Emily is a dynamic force and a passionate voice for positive change. She resides in Dover with her husband, three children and Bernedoodle, Samson.
Where did you grow up and how did that experience shape you or influence the path you followed in life?
I was born in Woonsocket, Rhode Island, but my story truly began when our family moved to the small rural town of Barnstead, New Hampshire, when I was four. Life there was built on strong community bonds—neighbors looked out for one another, and friends quickly became extended family. My parents were deeply involved in our lives and the lives of others, coaching youth soccer and softball, leading our Girl Scout troop, and chaperoning every field trip. They didn’t just raise children—they helped raise a community.
That early foundation shaped how I see the world and what I value most. When my husband and I moved to Dover, New Hampshire in 2012, we were intentional about recreating that same sense of belonging and purpose for our own children. We’ve committed ourselves to building a warm, stable, and nurturing home—volunteering, leading, and giving back whenever we can. From Girl Scout troops to youth football boards, our involvement reflects a shared belief: when a family finds stability, they gain the strength and confidence to serve others.
More than anything, we want our children to grow up with the same deep appreciation for community that we were lucky to experience. Because in a strong community, everyone thrives—and that’s the legacy we hope to leave.
Why housing matters now?
Affordable and accessible housing is the foundation of a resilient, inclusive community. When individuals and families from all walks of life can afford to live in the communities where they work, study, and serve, we all thrive.
Housing affordability ensures equity—giving everyone the opportunity to call a place “home.” It fosters diverse neighborhoods enriched by a wide range of cultural, professional, and socioeconomic backgrounds. These perspectives not only deepen community bonds but strengthen our collective problem-solving and innovation.
Without affordable housing, we risk losing the very people who make our communities function: teachers, nurses, EMTs, police officers, restaurant staff, and countless other essential workers. These individuals are the backbone of our daily lives—and their presence is vital for schools to stay open, hospitals to remain staffed, and small businesses to succeed.
Ultimately, affordable housing is not just about shelter. It’s about dignity, opportunity, and connection. It enables people to plant roots, build futures, and support one another. In doing so, it creates a stronger, safer, and more vibrant community for everyone.