Improving Life For
EVERYONE IN DELAWARE & SALEM COUNTY (NJ)
Join us as we fight for every person in every zip code in Delaware and Salem County (NJ).
Improving Life For
EVERYONE In Delaware & Salem county (NJ)
Join us as we fight for every person in every zip code in Delaware and Salem County (NJ).
opportunity exists for some
but not for all.
The struggle is real. Today, too many people in Delaware and Salem County (NJ) are suffering due to inequity. Ignoring the challenges they face lead to more significant problems that affect us all.
In Delaware, only 19% of third graders from families with low incomes are proficient in reading.
A startling, 28% of Delaware high school graduates enrolling in DE colleges need remedial math and English coursework.
Over 150,000 people living in Delaware and Salem County’s Promise Communities are considered low-income.
YEARS OF
Building a Better Delaware
At United Way of Delaware, we believe equity is everyone’s responsibility. Since 1946, we’ve partnered with leaders to bring opportunity to every corner of our state. Even though the fight is long from over, we know what’s possible when we all work together. When we LIVE UNITED against inequity, we can drive long-term change faster. So that, over the next 75 years, we can make Delaware and Salem County (NJ) better for everyone.
Join the Fight for
equity, opportunity & change
Together with our partners, we help children become more proficient readers, prepare young people for future career success, and guide adults towards financial stability. These are the building blocks for a better life.
99,619
FREE BOOKS
During the 2020-21 school year, nearly 100,000 new books were given to students participating in My Very Own Library to encourage a life-long love for reading.
23,000+
HIGH SCHOOLERS
More than 23,000 Delaware high school students are enrolled in a Career Pathway program to help prepare them for college and future careers.
$41M
DEBT REDUCED
Since 2011, over 36,000 Stand By Me participants in Delaware have reduced their debt by a combined total of over $41 million.
OUR PAST, OUR PRESENT, OUR FUTURE – BY ERIC OKDEN – KINGSWOOD CC WILMINGTON (de)
Early Education Success
Early Education Success
Our goal is to ensure all children read on grade level by 3rd grade. That way, they have opportunities to succeed no matter where they live.
Career & College Success
CAREER & COLLEGE SUCCESS
Our children deserve every chance to be successful. That's why we work with our partners to equip students with the skills they'll need to excel in college and the workforce.
Financial Empowerment
FINANCIAL EMPOWERMENT
Communities are safer when people aren't struggling to survive. Our financial empowerment programs focus on helping people take control of their money to achieve their financial goals faster.
Racial Equity & Social Justice
Racial Equity & Social Justice
Many policies limit opportunities for people of color. At UWDE, we work with organizations to level the playing field in our state while advocating to dismantle harmful policies.
United Way of Delaware
THE COMMUNITY PULSE
Stay up-to-date on the good things that are happening in Delaware and Salem County (NJ).
Celebrating National Black Business Month: Empowering Black-Owned Businesses in Delaware
In the News: United Way of Delaware Supports Delaware’s Incoming College Freshmen With FAFSA Help
United Way of Delaware supports Delaware’s incoming college freshmen with FAFSA help.
Reducing Summer Learning Loss: UWDE’s Impact and the Governor’s Fellowship Program
Farewell to Rick Deadwyler, Outgoing UWDE Board Chair
Introducing Brian Nourie, United Way of Delaware’s New Board Chair
Reflections on Pride Month
Celebrating Juneteenth: Freedom, Reflection, and Unity in Delaware
UWDE’s Stand By Me Delaware Initiative Helps Pave the Way for FAFSA Success
In the News: New data shows more struggling households in Delaware despite increase in wages
Living With a Child With Autism
Another name for Autism Awareness Month is Autism Acceptance Month. That’s what Kendra Haynes, whose son Carey was diagnosed at age 3, prefers to celebrate.
Celebrating Our United Way of Delaware Volunteers
UWDE President and CEO Michelle Taylor Visits the White House
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