United Way of Delaware is a statewide organization with offices in New Castle, Kent, and Sussex Counties. Guiding Principles Keep costs low. Make every dollar count. Support programs that make a difference. Community Care United Way of Delaware funds 180 programs provided by 63 agencies throughout the state.
Dollars raised in Delaware stay in Delaware, unless designated elsewhere.
Committee members represent the diversity of the community. Volunteers come from business, labor, the professions, and the community. Volunteers are provided training in non-profit management, finances, and program design. United Way professionals assist them in this training. Volunteers spend more than 30 hours visiting agencies, reviewing their proposals, and meeting with agency representatives to discuss their requests and to evaluate program effectiveness.