financial empowerment
INSTABILITY AT HOME LEADS TO
INSTABILITY IN THE COMMUNITY.
Financial hardship doesn’t discriminate. It affects people from every neighborhood, race, religion, and profession. Today in Delaware and Salem County (NJ), we see more and more neighbors who can’t meet their basic needs, or are one unexpected expense away from a financial crisis. They are mothers and fathers, business owners, teachers, seniors, and veterans having to choose between paying bills or putting food on the table.
38% of Delawareans Can't Meet Their Basic Needs
We all need access to food, housing, and healthcare. In 2019, 38% of all Delawareans couldn’t afford their basic needs. For African Americans, that number rose to over 52%.
Unemployment Rose 36.8% Between March 2020-2021
No one was prepared for COVID-19. The shutdown devastated the workforce and our communities, causing unemployment rates to rise. Many families are still feeling the effects today.
Over a 12-yr Period, High-Wage Jobs Declined by 46%
In Delaware, between 2007-2019, low-wage jobs grew by 66%, while high wage positions disappeared just as quick. It’s tough to have hope when you work hard, but can’t pay the bills.
Empowering Neighbors
IN DELAWARE & SALEM COUNTY (NJ)
Communities are safer when people aren’t struggling to survive. That’s why we can’t watch neighbors suffer when we can help. With our community partners, we are actively helping families and individuals overcome hardship, find better-paying jobs, and develop healthy money habits. Because when we empower one another, we can build stronger, safer communities for all. With more caring citizens like you, we can fight instability, and create financial opportunities for all people in Delaware and Salem County (NJ).
STAND BY ME
A collaboration between United Way of Delaware, State of Delaware, and other partner organizations - Stand By Me provides free, private, one-on-one financial coaching to help Delawareans achieve their money goals.
ALICE
Many in Delaware and Salem County (NJ) are one unexpected expense away from financial crisis. United for ALICE is a nationwide initiative created to support our hardworking neighbors in need.
Delaware 2-1-1
Since 2005 Delaware 211 has provided residents with an easy way to get connected to help with essential health and human services. Our 24/7 support is available 365 days a year to all Delaware and Salem County (NJ) residents.
Help Me Grow
A child's early years are vital. That's why we created the Help Me Grow program to assist families in promoting healthy child development during their early years.
MEET
THE TEAM
Our team is on a mission to help people overcome financial crisis, build successful careers, and make great money decisions. If you have questions or would like to learn how to help, please contact us today.
Dan Cruce
Chief Operating Officer, United Way of Delaware
Laura Gendreau
Director, Financial Empowerment
Jennifer Fromme
Manager, Delaware 211
Meet the team
Dan Cruce
Chief Operating Officer, United Way of Delaware
Laura Gendreau
Director, Financial Empowerment
Jennifer Fromme
Manager, Delaware 211
EMPOWER NEIGHBORS. BUILD SAFER COMMUNITIES.
We need your help.
GIVE, ADVOCATE, or VOLUNTEER today to do your part.
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