Wilmington, DE — (April 21, 2025)
United Way of Delaware and Salem County (NJ) (UWDE) announced a $46,000 investment in Salem County through 16 partner agencies on Monday, April 21, 2025, at the office of Atlantic City Electric in Penns Grove, NJ. Earlier this year, UWDE issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) to identify the most impactful ways to invest funds raised explicitly for the Salem community. The Salem County Advisory Committee (SCAC) collaborated with UWDE staff to evaluate the proposals and formulate the investment decisions. For 2025, UWDE will invest $46,000, supporting 16 partner agencies crucial to making a meaningful difference in Salem County. These agencies, recognized as investment partners, play a vital role in advancing community initiatives. This investment is a testament to UWDE’s commitment to fostering community goodwill and creating lasting change through collaboration and support for dedicated partner organizations.
The agencies selected for investment are listed in the table below:
| Appel Farm Arts & Music Center | Ranch Hope, Inc. |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Cumberland & Salem Counties, Inc. (BBBS) | Resources For Independent Living, Inc |
| Code Blue in Salem County | Revive South Jersey |
| Gateway Community Action Partnership (CAP) | Riverview Family Success Center (Acenda Integrated Health) |
| Girl Scouts of Central and Southern NJ | Salem County Coalition for a Safe Community |
| Habitat for Humanity of Salem County | Salem County Women’s Services |
| Meals on Wheels of Salem County | St Johns Pentecostal Outreach Church |
| Mid-Atlantic States Career and Education Center | The Huddle of South Jersey |
“I’m thrilled to announce this investment in Salem County through our partner agencies,” said Dr. Michelle A. Taylor, President and CEO of UWDE. “By addressing a variety of needs such as afterschool programs, financial counseling, career and college support for Girl Scouts, meals for disadvantaged adults, youth sports, safer communities, food pantries, and arts programs for low-income youth and families, this investment will improve the lives of our neighbors in Salem County.”
UWDE has been serving communities in Salem County, NJ, since October 2018. The SCAC, comprised of Salem County business and civic leaders includes Elsa Collazo from Atlantic City Electric, Amy Danley from Wilmington University, Charlotte DeVault from Pepco Holdings, Ann Goia from Delaware Technical Community College, Angelo Harold from Stand Out From the Crowd, Elizabeth “Liz” Roeske from Incyte, and Deborah Armstrong and Michelle Taylor from UWDE.
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About United Way of Delaware
United Way of Delaware brings together people, organizations, and resources to address the challenges caused by long-standing disparities. In partnership with passionate community leaders, UWDE is dedicated to creating opportunities that empower individuals and families across Delaware and Salem County, New Jersey. Its mission is to help families move from crisis to thriving, ensuring every child gets a strong start by reading at grade level. United Way of Delaware is committed to equipping the next generation with the skills needed for a strong workforce while supporting families with livable wages, stability, and success. Learn more and #JoinUs at www.uwde.org.
