Literacy advocates: It’s time to fund a fix for reading crisis
Delaware’s literacy crisis sees only 26% of fourth graders reading proficiently. UWDE President and CEO Michelle Taylor joins our agency partners to stress that...
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United Way of Delaware and Salem County (NJ) Announces $46,000 Investment into Salem County Partner Agencies
On Monday, April 21, 2025, United Way of Delaware announced a $46,000 investment in Salem County through 16 partner agencies.
In the News: United Way of Delaware continues to drive impact. Join Us!
United Way of Delaware (UWDE) remains committed to driving meaningful change by tackling key community challenges, including education, financial stability, and health....
United Way of Delaware Partners to Provide Free Tax Preparation Events
United Way of Delaware, in partnership with State Representative Lyndon Yearick and First State Community Action Agency, will host two free Federal and State Tax...
Tuskegee Airman Lt. Col. George Hardy: A Life of Service, Courage, and Impact
Pioneers of the Sky The Tuskegee Airmen were the first African American military pilots in the United States Armed Forces. They served during World War II despite the...
Celebrating Black History Month 2025
Turning Pages, Changing Lives: The Power of Storytelling I still remember the first time I read Their Eyes Were Watching God by Zora Neale Hurston. I was young, maybe...
New Jersey 211 and United Way of Delaware Celebrate National 211 Day on February 11, 2025
New Jersey 211 and United Way of Delaware Celebrate National 211 Day on February 11, 2025
Delaware 211 and United Way of Delaware Celebrate National 211 Day on February 11, 2025
Delaware 211 and United Way of Delaware Celebrate National 211 Day on February 11, 2025
In the News: United Way of Delaware’s NexGen FAFSA Program Recognized by the US Department of Education
United Way of Delaware’s NexGen Program hosted 11 in-school FAFSA completion workshops, two virtual presentations, and virtual appointment slots for students and...
Celebrating National Black Business Month: Empowering Black-Owned Businesses in Delaware
August is a special time for recognizing and celebrating the invaluable contributions of Black-owned businesses nationwide. Join UWDE as we honor National Black...
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 ProgramÂ
UWDE programs, including Book Nook and the Governor’s Fellowship, administered by UWDE, help prevent summer learning loss and help children to thrive...
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