White Horse Recovery Executive Director Matt Plache

Titled “Unshackled: Breaking Barriers, Building Futures,” the event will celebrate the power of recovery from addiction with powerful testimonies from individuals whose lives have been transformed through community-based supports like those offered at White Horse.

“This year’s theme, Unshackled, reflects what happens when people are given the tools and support to break free from addiction and rediscover their lives,” said White Horse Recovery Executive Director Matthew Plache. “Our annual benefit is not only a fundraiser — it’s a chance to gather as a community and reaffirm our belief that recovery is possible for everyone.”

Tickets are $100 per person, with proceeds supporting White Horse’s work. Sponsorship opportunities are also available for individuals and businesses.

With locations in Ossipee, North Conway, Berlin, and Littleton, White Horse provides outpatient counseling, peer recovery support, wellness education, and prevention programming.

Click here to learn more or purchase tickets for the 2025 Annual Benefit Event.

If you or someone you know is struggling, you are not alone. White Horse Recovery offers services for those ready to start their journey to recovery. For more information, call 603-651-1441, Ext. 1.

White Horse Recovery Executive Director Matt Plache in front of the White House

“We have doubled the number of available services since last summer to try and meet the demand,” said Executive Director Matthew Plache. He attributed an appreciable portion of this demand to an “alarming increase” in methamphetamine use alongside the ongoing fentanyl crisis.

White Horse Recovery is also grappling with a shortage of licensed clinicians, with only two currently in training. “Licensing requirements in New Hampshire are particularly stringent compared to other states, which makes it difficult to recruit and retain qualified professionals,” added Plache.

Looking to both the short- and long-term future, he said the organization will continue to expand its community-driven approach. Beyond clinical services, White Horse Recovery features four Recovery Community Organizations located in Littleton, Berlin, North Conway, and Center Ossipee.

“We offer peer support, walk-in services, and group events like the recent Sober Super Bowl Party in Berlin,” said Plache, noting that they must also raise public awareness of their services and need for support. “We have gone under the radar for too long.”

He cited their Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) as one example of why White Horse Recovery is a strong investment. “The results are profound, with 80–90% of participants achieving successful recoveries,” he said. “Every dollar donated and every resource allocated to White Horse Recovery has a ripple effect, transforming lives and strengthening communities.”

Founded in Center Ossipee, New Hampshire, White Horse Recovery has grown from a small organization into a leading nonprofit with 28 employees across four locations, providing both mental health and substance use disorder services.

If you or someone you know is struggling, you are not alone. White Horse Recovery offers services for those ready to start their journey to recovery. For more information, call 603-651-1441, Ext. 1.