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United Voices Podcast: Season 5 / Ep. 8 (October 2025) – Winter is Coming, Hold onto Your Wallet!

On this month’s podcast, Tierra Fair, VP of Engagement and Partnerships for UWDE, hosted a panel discussion with representatives of Delmarva Energy and Stand By...
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As Seen In the Delaware News Journal

Delaware’s students can conquer the summer slide — if we invest in them | Opinion

UWDE-sponsored summer programs like Freedom Schools and Get Delaware Reading Summer help prevent the Summer Slide and can improve reading scores.

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United Voices Podcast: Season 5 / Ep. 7 (July 2025) – Summer: An Opportunity to Boost Literacy, Inspire Hope, and Grow Community

On this month’s podcast, Michelle Taylor, President and CEO of United Way of Delaware leads a conversation with John Williams, Executive Director of a youth...
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United Way of Delaware to Host Minority Small Business Expo July 15, 2025

UWDE will host the 2025 Delaware Minority Small Business Expo on Tuesday, July 15, at the Del-One Conference Center on Delaware Technical Community College’s Terry...
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Delawareans fight for LGBTQ+ rights amid federal challenges

With the rise of controversial legislation from the Trump administration, Delaware organizations and politicians are working to ensure the safety of the LGBTQ+...
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As Seen In the Delaware News Journal

The Delaware General Assembly Must Meet a Critical Moment for Non-profits

Delaware nonprofits are on the front lines daily, providing services and support for young children, seniors, and those who live in poverty. Delaware non-profits have...
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United Voices Podcast: Season 5 / Ep. 6 (June 2025) – College and Career Success and Navigating the FAFSA

On this month’s podcast, Tierra Fair, Vice President of Engagement & Partnerships discusses College and Career Success and navigating the FAFSA with Cory...
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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.

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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....
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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...
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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...
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