Food is not just nourishment for Latinos; it is an integral part of their culture and identity. It connects them to their roots and brings families together. From savory dishes like tacos and empanadas to sweet treats like flan and tres leches cake, food plays a vital...
As we wrap up Hispanic Heritage Month 2023, we here at United Way of Delaware want to recognize our staff who are members of our Hispanic community! They are all valued members of our team who work hard in their different roles to help UWDE uplift and improve the...
Written by Wanda Barrett Being a Latino leader in Delaware comes with immense responsibility and the opportunity to impact the Latino community profoundly. Leadership in this context entails providing guidance, mentorship, and serving as a thought leader on topics...
Latinos Unidos, the Delaware Racial Justice Collaborative, and United Way of Delaware hosted the first-ever Latinos Unidos Student Summit on September 16, 2023, at Hodgson Vo-Tech High School in Newark. Smashing our expectations, over 190 students, faculty, advisors,...
As we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, we want to highlight some prominent members of Delaware’s Hispanic community. As diverse as the Hispanic community itself, the amazing people we want to recognize are working hard to support and enrich the lives of our Hispanic...
Being Latino in the USA is a unique and remarkable experience. The Latino community encompasses a rich and diverse tapestry of cultures, traditions, and histories that contribute to the vibrant fabric of American society. From food and music to language and customs,...
Read Feel Good Friday for September 15, 2023 Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month: Join Us at the Latinos Unidos Student Summit As we dive into the vibrant tapestry of Hispanic Heritage Month, we are thrilled to share an exciting initiative that embodies the spirit of...
Discover the Vibrancy of Hispanic Culture in Delaware Hispanic Heritage is deeply woven into the fabric of American culture. Every September, the US celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month, recognizing the rich histories, cultures, and contributions of Hispanic...
Read Feel Good Friday for September 08, 2023 Why do Small Businesses Matter? Small businesses play a crucial role in building and sustaining communities. Often, minority-owned small businesses spring up in underserved or disadvantaged communities where resources are...
An upcoming Latinos Unidos Student Summit is designed to bring those students together to empower them and to celebrate their culture and student voice. The Saturday, Sept. 16 event, sponsored by the United Way of Delaware, will be held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at...
Read Feel Good Friday for August 25, 2023 Live United With Purpose Every day, my colleagues and I at United Way of Delaware work to provide services, information sessions and events to serve and help the people of Delaware and Salem County (NJ) live their best lives...
Wilmington, DE — (August 23, 2023) United Way of Delaware (UWDE) and Delaware 211 will host their third Annual School Backpack Giveaway and Resource Fair on Saturday, August 26, from 11:30 – 1:30 at the North Wilmington Public Library, 3400 N. Market St.,...