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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


🌸 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


Celebrating Back to School Partnerships!
✨ A huge thank you to our incredible partners — Miracle One Foundation, Tailored Care LLC, and Already Amazing Charitable Corporation —...
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Sep 1


Afterschool Programs Enrolling Now!
📢 Give Your Child the Gift of Growth: FREE After-School Enrichment Program! 🍎✏️ Did you know that quality after-school programs are...
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Aug 29


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


Back to School Event
✨ Back-to-School Bookbag Giveaway! ✨ First State Community Action Agency, in partnership with Fulton Bank, is excited to help local...
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Aug 21


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


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
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