🧥❄️ Need a warm coat for your child this winter? We’re here to help! ❄️🧥 Join us on Tuesday, December 16 from 1PM–5PM for our Winter Coat Giveaway at First State Community Action Agency in Georgetown. We’ll have a variety of free children’s coats available to help families prepare for the colder months. Coats are first come, first served while supplies last. 📍 308 N. Railroad Ave., Georgetown, DE 19947 📞 Questions? Call us at 302-856-7761 We’re grateful for the generous s

Today we had the privilege of welcoming U.S. Senator Chris Coons and his team to First State Community Action Agency for a meaningful visit with our team and community. Senator Coons spent time with our staff, board members, program participants, and local residents, learning from the individuals who interact with our programs firsthand. He heard firsthand how federal investments translate into real impact for families — from housing support and energy assistance to youth dev

Last night youth from our after-school homework program brought holiday magic to the Georgetown Christmas Parade — and what a night it was! 🎄✨ Our float was transformed into a full Gingerbread Wonderland 🍬🍭 complete with glowing lights, candy swirls, and the biggest smiles you’ve ever seen. The kids showed up bundled, brave, and bursting with excitement — waving to the crowd, laughing with friends, and proudly representing First State. These moments — joy, creativity, comm

🌟 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

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,

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

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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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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✨ 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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📢 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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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...