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MSB Program grad Nikita Thomas, center, with Kevin Williams (left) and Adam Ahmad from Barclays Bank

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...
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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.

Governors Fellows

Reducing Summer Learning Loss: UWDE’s Impact and the Governor’s Fellowship Program 

UWDE programs, including Book Nook and the Governor’s Fellowship, administered by UWDE, help prevent summer learning loss and help children to thrive...
Rick Deadwyler and Michelle A. Taylor

Farewell to Rick Deadwyler, Outgoing UWDE Board Chair

UWDE bids farewell to Rick Deadwyler, a remarkable leader who has served as the Board Chair of United Way of Delaware for the past three years. Rick’s tenure has...
Brian Nourie, Rick Deadwyler, and Michelle A. Taylor

Introducing Brian Nourie, United Way of Delaware’s New Board Chair

As announced at UWDE’s Annual Celebration on June 6, 2024, Brian Nourie assumes the Chair of UWDE’s Board of Directors as of July 1, 2024, as prior Board...
Representations of the Pride and Transgender Flags

Reflections on Pride Month

“Say it loud, gay is proud.” This was the official chant of the first march for gay rights, organized to commemorate the first anniversary of the uprising at the...

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