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Nutrition Monday!
🌟 Healthy can be fun — and we’re proving it every Monday! 🌟 Our afterschool students are learning that nutritious choices don’t have to be boring. During Nutrition Monday, kids get hands-on making creative, healthy snacks using simple foods they can find right at home. It’s more than just a fun activity — it’s about building lifelong habits that promote wellness, confidence, and curiosity around food. 🍎🥕 We’re so proud of these young chefs for mixing learning, laughter, a
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4 days ago


Lights On Afterschool! 💡
The lights were ON and the energy was HIGH across First State’s after-school programs as we joined the nationwide Lights On Afterschool celebration! 💡🎉 Why do we celebrate? Because after-school programs change lives. They keep students safe, engaged, supported, and inspired during the most critical hours of the day. From homework help and STEM projects to arts, leadership, and life skills — after-school isn’t “extra,” it’s essential. Huge shout-out to our students, parents,
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5 days ago


Fall Into Learning
🍂✨ Tonight we’re at Milton Elementary’s Fall Into Learning Night! ✨🍂 Hattie and Dell are here sharing all about First State’s After...
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Oct 9


🌸 Thank You, WSFS Bank for Joining Us in Capital Park! 🌸
Today, 8 dedicated volunteers from WSFS Bank joined First State Community Action Agency and Delaware State University to make a real,...
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Oct 1


A Hope To Dream🌙✨
🌟 Last night in Lewes was truly magical! Thanks to our incredible partners— Furniture Land, Ashley Furniture, and Children's Beach House...
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Sep 26


🚨 We’re Hiring! 🚨
First State Community Action Agency is looking for passionate, dedicated individuals to join our team! If you’re committed to making a...
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Sep 24


Mobile Health Event Today - September 10th!
La Red Health Center ’s Mobile Health Unit is here today at First State Community Action Agency! Location: 308 N Railroad Ave,...
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Sep 10


📚 Together, We Conquer the Summer Slide!
Our Executive Director, Bernice Edwards, and Michelle Taylor, President & CEO of United Way of Delaware, coauthored an impactful opinion...
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Sep 3


Thank You Fulton Bank!
✨ A huge thank you to Fulton Bank for their generous $1,500 donation to support First State’s Back-to-School Book Bag Drive! 📚🎒 We’re...
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Aug 29


Thank You For A Successful Resource Fair!
What a fantastic and informative evening we had at the Sussex County Resource Workshop! We were thrilled to host 25 attendees who gained...
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Jun 12


Celebrating Community Action Month
May is Community Action Month! Celebrated nationally each May, Community Action Month highlights the impact of Community Action Agencies...
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May 20


The Future Is Bright!
📢 HUGE congrats to our amazing graduating Seniors from the College & Career Readiness Program! 🎉 We're so incredibly proud of your hard...
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May 15


Resource Fair in Smyrna TODAY!
Are you or someone you know in need of resources for housing, utilities, food, and more? Come to the Resource Fair happening TODAY at the...
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Apr 25


Swing into Spring Fun at the 10th Annual "It's a Par-Tee"!
Get ready to trade your winter blues for bright, sunny greens! We're thrilled to announce the 10th Annual "It's a Par-Tee" miniature golf...
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Mar 4
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