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Aug
16
2024
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...
Jul
26
2024
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.
Jul
18
2024
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...
Jun
28
2024
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...
Jun
28
2024
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...
Jun
05
2024
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...
Jun
05
2024
Celebrating Juneteenth: Freedom, Reflection, and Unity in Delaware
Juneteenth is more than just a date on the calendar. It celebrates freedom, resilience, and the ongoing journey toward racial equality. It’s a time to reflect on the...
Jun
05
2024
UWDE’s Stand By Me Delaware Initiative Helps Pave the Way for FAFSA Success
UWDE’s Stand By Me Delaware Initiative Helps Pave the Way for FAFSA Success by helping to ensure students across our state have the support they need to complete...
Apr
30
2024
Living With a Child With Autism
Another name for Autism Awareness Month is Autism Acceptance Month. That’s what Kendra Haynes, whose son Carey was diagnosed at age 3, prefers to celebrate.
Apr
22
2024
Celebrating Our United Way of Delaware Volunteers
April is National Volunteer Month, and as we close out the month, it’s time to shine a spotlight on the stars who illuminate our path with their unwavering...
Apr
03
2024
One Year After the Sussex Tornado, Neighbors Are Still Struggling
UWDE Sussex County Staff Member Sarah Carter Advocates For Tornado Victims One Year After The Deadly Storm
Mar
19
2024
United Way of Delaware Staff Comment on Delaware Poverty, ALICE
UWDE Chief Operating Officer Dan Cruce and VP of Engagement & Partnerships Tierra Fair Discuss Poverty and ALICE in Delaware.
Mar
15
2024
Do More 24 Campaign Breaks Donor Records
Do More 24 Delaware held its ninth annual campaign with a record of nearly 20,500 donors and brought in over $2.3 million for more than 500 Delaware nonprofits...
Mar
15
2024
The Shepherd’s Office: Do More 24 Fundraising Leader
The DoMore24 Campaign for 2024 is in the books, and a small but mighty nonprofit from Georgetown took in more fundraising dollars than all others. How did The Shepherds...
Mar
06
2024
Celebrating Women’s History Month 2024
Stories of Courage & Contributions: Women's History Month in Delaware March is a month that shines a spotlight on the extraordinary achievements of women throughout...
Feb
21
2024
DRJC Takes Over Feel Good Friday: Black History Month 2024
February is Black History Month, and rather than looking back, UWDE President and CEO Michelle A. Taylor wants to call February “Black Culture Month,” and look at...
Feb
21
2024
Pathways to Freedom: The Role of the Underground Railroad in Delaware’s History
The Underground Railroad, which provided a clandestine network for enslaved persons seeking freedom, is an important aspect of the history of Delaware. As a border...
Feb
01
2024
Celebrating Black History Month in Delaware – February 2024
Welcome to a journey through Delaware's rich African American heritage this Black History Month. Join us on this exploration with this curated list of Black History...
Sep
28
2023
Being a Latino Leader in Delaware: Guiding, Mentoring, and Inspiring the Latino Community
Written by Wanda Barrett Being a Latino leader in Delaware comes with immense responsibility and the opportunity to impact the Latino community profoundly. Leadership...
Sep
28
2023
AMPLIFY LATINO YOUTH VOICES at the 2023 Latinos Unidos Student Summit
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...
Sep
27
2023
Recognizing Outstanding Hispanic Leaders in Delaware
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...
Sep
22
2023
Being Latino in the USA
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...
Sep
15
2023
September 15th, 2023
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...
Sep
13
2023
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month 2023
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...
Sep
08
2023
September 8th, 2023
Read Feel Good Friday for September 08, 2023Why do Small Businesses Matter?Small businesses play a crucial role in building and sustaining communities. Often,...
Aug
25
2023
August 25th, 2023
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...
Aug
18
2023
August 18th, 2023
Read Feel Good Friday for August 18, 2023 Disaster Relief - Another Way We’re Here to HelpMany of us are finishing our summer vacations and turning our attention to...
Aug
11
2023
August 11th, 2023
Read Feel Good Friday for August 11, 2023 Summer Colleagues Enjoy Real-Life Workplace Experiences This week’s Feel Good Friday is unlike any you have ever read....
Aug
04
2023
August 4th, 2023
Read Feel Good Friday for August 04, 2023 Focusing on Youth is Key to Workforce Development For the past several weeks, we’ve looked at summer programming...
Jul
28
2023
July 28th, 2023
Read Feel Good Friday for July 28, 2023 A First Step Toward a Fulfilling Life Every day my dedicated colleagues join me in working to bring people together to build...
Jul
21
2023
July 21st, 2023
Read Feel Good Friday for July 21, 2023 School Stops in Summer; Learning Shouldn’t Summer Slide. Achievement Gap. Summer Slump. Summer Learning Loss. Those names all...
Jul
14
2023
July 14th, 2023
Read Feel Good Friday for July 14, 2023 “The only certain thing in life is uncertainty itself.” – Oscar Wilde Why Delaware 211 Matters Last week in this newsletter, we...
Jul
07
2023
July 7th, 2023
Read Feel Good Friday for July 07, 2023 When You Reach Out to One, You Impact the Wellbeing of All UWDE - Delaware 2-1-1 - Get Connected Get Help, We Can Help Why...
Jun
27
2023
United Way of Delaware (UWDE) and Public Policy Advocacy for Delaware’s LGBTQ+ Community
With many states in our country enacting laws that directly target the LGBTQ+ community, such as bans on gender-affirming care for minors and so-called “bathroom...
Jun
23
2023
United Way of Delaware and Delaware Racial Justice Collaborative Announce the Release of a Comprehensive Delaware Workforce Development Study
Wilmington, DE -- (June 22, 2023) United Way of Delaware (UWDE) and the Delaware Racial Justice Collaborative (DCRJ) have released a research study titled "Advancing...
Jun
23
2023
June 23rd, 2023
Read Feel Good Friday for June 23, 2023 Invest Now for a Stronger Future I often speak with you about our focus area of ensuring that all children are reading on grade...
Jun
16
2023
June 16th, 2023
Read Feel Good Friday for June 16, 2023 Three Good Things to Know At the outset of each DRJC general body meeting, I share three good things to know in the five minutes...
Jun
10
2023
Celebrating Juneteenth 2023
Juneteenth, also known as Emancipation Day, Jubilee Day, or Freedom Day, is a Federal holiday that holds deep historical and cultural importance in the United States....
Jun
02
2023
June 2nd, 2023
Read Feel Good Friday for June 02, 2023Pride Month: More than the Festivities Wow, it’s June already. The months seem to pass faster every year. June is LGBTQ+ Pride...
Jun
01
2023
Celebrating PRIDE Month – 2024
Inclusivity & Opportunity For the LGBTQUIA+ Community in Delaware PRIDE Month provides a platform for celebrating visibility and acceptance. PRIDE is also about...
May
30
2023
United Way of Delaware Receives Grant from Bank of America to Provide Financial Coaching
United Way of Delaware has received a $50,000 grant from Bank of America to provide funds for personal financial coaching.
May
19
2023
May 19th, 2023
Read Feel Good Friday for May 19, 2023 “Never Forget the Impact You Can have on a Person’s Life”– Dominique Dawes Yesterday, I had the distinct honor of attending the...
May
15
2023
Thank You, Volunteers!
Ever wonder how we can find hope in a world that seems full of problems? Well, right here in Delaware, everyday people are stepping up to dedicate their time and energy...
May
12
2023
May 12, 2023
Read Feel Good Friday for May 12, 2023 Wishing You Blessings on Mother’s Day "The mother's heart is the child's schoolroom." Henry Ward Beecher(Brother of Harriet...
May
05
2023
May 05, 2023
Read Feel Good Friday for May 05, 2023May Brings Spring Flowers and Two Important Awareness CampaignsFor me, April and May are the teaser months -- the weather gets...
Apr
28
2023
April 28, 2023
Read Feel Good Friday for April 28, 2023Celebrating National Volunteer MonthMy favorite poet, Maya Angelou, was quoted as saying "People will forget what you said,...
Apr
26
2023
April 21, 2023
Read Feel Good Friday for April 21, 2023Volunteers Give Us HopeMy heart hurts. I don’t think it’s just me. How could it be when according to ABC News and Gun Violence...
Apr
14
2023
April 14, 2023
Read Feel Good Friday for April 14, 2023Spring Into ActionThe warm weather reminds us that we are officially into spring. A lot of our school districts are on spring...
Mar
31
2023
March 31, 2023
Read Feel Good Friday for March 31, 2023Help Lighten the Burden for SeniorsThey are our neighbors, friends, fellow church congregants, service workers and in some...
Mar
24
2023
March 24, 2023
Read Feel Good Friday for March 24, 2023A Day Filled With InspirationFor many of us at United Way of Delaware, and for many of our allies and our partners alike,...
PRESS RELEASES
3rd Annual Pitch or Ditch Competition Finals to Be Held January 25, 2024, at the Wilmington Library
Wilmington, DE -- (January 22, 2024) The Wilmington Library, Delaware Black Chamber of Commerce (DBCC), the Delaware Racial Justice Collaborative (DRJC), and United Way...
United Way of Delaware Recognized by the Campaign for Grade-Level Reading Pacesetter Honors for Helping to Improve Student Literacy in Delaware and Salem County (NJ)
Wilmington, DE – (December 4, 2023) The Campaign for Grade-Level Reading (CGLR) announced that it is recognizing United Way of Delaware (UWDE) with Pacesetter Honors...
Avelo Airlines and United Way of Delaware to Raffle Avelo Airlines Ticket Vouchers at Winter Coat Giveaway Event in Wilmington
Wilmington, DE – (December 8, 2023) Avelo Airlines and United Way of Delaware (UWDE) will raffle two packages, including two round-trip vouchers for tickets from...
United Way of Delaware and Delaware 211 Will Host a School Backpack Giveaway and Resource Fair in Wilmington – Our Goal Is To Provide 500 Backpacks
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,...
United Way of Delaware and Delaware Racial Justice Collaborative Announce the Release of a Comprehensive Delaware Workforce Development Study
Wilmington, DE -- (June 22, 2023) United Way of Delaware (UWDE) and the Delaware Racial Justice Collaborative (DCRJ) have released a research study titled "Advancing...
United Way of Delaware Receives Grant from Bank of America to Provide Financial Coaching to Delaware Residents
Wilmington, DE, May 22, 2023 – United Way of Delaware (UWDE), a local non-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for all, has...
Update On United Way of Delaware Support for Sussex County Recovery
Delawareans Affected by the April 1 Tornado in Sussex County Face Ongoing Needs for Resources and Support as Recovery Continues Wilmington, DE (April 13, 2023) – United...
Update On United Way of Delaware Support for Sussex County Recovery
Corporate and Individual Volunteers are Working Together to Speed Recovery Efforts. Wilmington, DE (April 25, 2023) – United Way of Delaware (UWDE) and Delaware 2-1-1...
2nd Annual Black Student Summit Held in Middletown
Over 300 Attend the Event at St. Georges Technical High School Wilmington, DE -- (April 5, 2023) United Way of Delaware and the Delaware Racial Justice Collaborative...
United Way of Delaware Response to Sussex County Storms
United Way of Delaware Organizes Support for Victims of the April 1, 2023, Tornado in Sussex County Along with community organizations, United Way of Delaware (UWDE) is...
Thomas Edison Charter Elementary School Takes Home State Reading Championship
Students read for 223,737 minutes in four weeks during READBowl Competition. Delaware Dominates the Nation.Atlanta GA & Wilmington DE - Read with Malcolm, the Youth...
United Way of Delaware, Christiana Care and Always Best Care look to lighten the burden for seniors
Wilmington, Delaware (March 1, 2023) -- United Way of Delaware (UWDE), Christiana Care and Always Best Care recently launched A Helping Hand to support senior citizens....
United Way of Delaware Partners with Nehemiah Gateway to Provide Free Tax Preparation for Qualified Delawareans
Wilmington Delaware (Feb 23, 2023) -- United Way of Delaware (UWDE) and Nehemiah Gateway Community Development Corporation are offering free tax preparation services to...
God’s Green Earthrx Takes Home A First Place Award Of $10,000 In Pitch Or Ditch Competiton To Promote Minority Small Businesses
Wilmington, Delaware (Feb 8, 2023) --- Nikita Thomas, owner of God’s Green EarthRx, a local company that markets a line of natural remedies, took first place in the...
Coat and Toy Drive in Need of Donations
Wilmington, DE- (December 6, 2022)- United Way of Delaware (UWDE) has come together with community partners and organizations across the state for the second annual...
United Way of Delaware Honors Dupont with Diamond Anniversary Award
Recognizing 75 Years of Strong Corporate, Community Partnership As part of celebrating its 75th anniversary this year, United Way of Delaware (UWDE) recently named...
Salem County NonProfits to receive United Way of Delaware Grants
The Salem County Advisory Committee of United Way of Delaware (UWDE) today announced that it will award a total of $18,000 to six Salem County nonprofit organizations...
Todd Veale – New Executive Director of Laffey-Mchugh Foundation
Todd Veale will be the New Executive Director of Laffey-McHugh Foundation WILMINGTON, Del. – The Laffey-McHugh Foundation is pleased to announce that Todd Veale will...
United Way of Delaware Expands Service Area To Include Salem County, NJ
Wilmington, DE (October 15, 2018) --- United Way Worldwide (UWW) has authorized the expansion of United Way of Delaware’s (UWDE) service area to include the zip codes...
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IN THE NEWS
United Way’s Get Delaware Reading boosts literacy
United Way of Delaware is lauded for its efforts to promote literacy.
1st Latinos student summit to celebrate culture, voice
Town Square Live reports on the anticipated 1st Annual Latinos Unidos Student Summit. The Summit is designed to bring students together to empower them and to celebrate their culture and student voice.
A new study examines Delaware’s workforce landscape
Delaware Public Media reports on the recently-released Delaware Workforce Study
Delaware’s First Dual Language Born Learning Trail Opens in Downtown Wilmington
Delaware’s first dual-language Born Learning Trail opens in downtown Wilmington.
New Dual Language Learning Trail Leads to new Experiences in English and Spanish
Where can a young person be encouraged to hop, skip, jump, dance, talk about a memory or an experience, or make up a story on the spot – in English, in Spanish or both? It’s all possible at the new dual language learning trail at Cool Springs Park in Wilmington.
Poverty Simulation Mimics Real Life
United Way of Delaware, First State Community Action, Delaware Technical Community College, and Sussex Housing Group sponsor a Poverty Simulation event at Del Tech’s Georgetown campus.
United Way of Delaware Receives Grant from Bank of America to Provide Financial Coaching
United Way of Delaware has received a $50,000 grant from Bank of America to provide funds for personal financial coaching.
Thank You, Volunteers!
Ever wonder how we can find hope in a world that seems full of problems? Well, right here in Delaware, everyday people are stepping up to dedicate their time and energy to creating change. In this article by Raina Harper Allen, Director of the Delaware Racial Justice...
United Way of Delaware Honors Dupont with Diamond Anniversary Award
Recognizing 75 Years of Strong Corporate, Community Partnership As part of celebrating its 75th anniversary this year, United Way of Delaware (UWDE) recently named DuPont and its employees as recipients of the “Diamond Anniversary Award,” recognizing the company’s...
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