“I was struggling to find direction. I knew I had the smarts to make it through school but I needed help with issues that face a lot of teenagers in Delaware today. Thanks to United Way of Delaware’s Life Map, I found my direction”

“I volunteered through the Pride Council, and really make a difference in the lives of kids who are struggling with their gender identity. I think it’s important that all people especially younger students get to be who they are”

“As a 3rd grade teacher, I can’t express how important literacy is. United Way of Delaware’s My Very Own Library provided ALL of the students in my school with ten books a piece, to build libraries at their home. The results were staggering”

“Stand By Me, helped me make a financial plan and I was able to save my home from foreclosure. After a few meetings with my financial coach, I was already saving money each week and budgeting better. “

“Women In Action and  Women United community impact projects are very hands on. Just being there for the students gives them the confidence that I never had.”

“Delaware 211 gave us resources to help keep the lights on when times got tough for my family. They put me in touch with a community center that was able to help, until I recently found employment again.”

“After I graduated from college, I found it hard to make real connections with professionals in my field of study. Young United Professionals put me in touch with other young people like myself.”

“Our organization raised much needed funds in 24 hours during  Do More 24 Delaware. Being a small organization, United Way of Delaware really gave us the tools to take fundraising into our own hands.”