CenDel Foundation

10/14/2026

CenDel has office space available to house nonprofits at our Community Building in downtown Dover! Our Foundation is now accepting applications from 501(c)(3) organizations interested in office space at the Community Building. Office suites offer below market rent which includes internet and utilities, private parking, two secure entrances, maintenance and custodial services, a shared kitchen and storage and large conference room. Established in 2008, the CenDel Community Building provides affordable space for nonprofits while fostering collaboration and community engagement throughout Kent County. Office space doesn’t become available often, so don’t miss your opportunity! For more information or to schedule a tour, contact Tenish Gregory at 302-724-7538 or [email protected].

10/07/2026

Have a passion for making a difference in your community? Turn that passion into lasting impact by opening a fund with the CenDel Foundation. A CenDel fund provides an easy, flexible way to support the causes and organizations that matter most to you. Whether you want to give back to your community, honor a loved one, support a specific cause or create a lasting charitable legacy, we can help you make it happen. With a fund through CenDel, you can simplify your charitable giving, support local nonprofits and community initiatives, and create a lasting legacy for the causes you care about. Ready to turn your generosity into action? Learn more about opening a fund with the CenDel Foundation: https://cendelfoundation.org/cendel-funds/open-a-fund/

10/02/2026

Join us for CenDel Foundation’s upcoming Nonprofit Forum on October 8! This month’s forum will focus on Planning for the Future — an opportunity for nonprofit leaders to share ideas, discuss current best practices, ask questions and learn from one another.
We also want to hear what topics you’d like to see covered at our 2027 forums.

October 8, 2026
9:00–10:30 a.m.
Parish House at Christ Episcopal Church in Dover

Mark your calendar for our upcoming forums:
November 12 – Annual Giving Campaigns
December 10 – Managing Your Volunteer Base

We hope you’ll join us and be part of the conversation!

10/01/2026

The CenDel Foundation is excited to have been named a 2026 Stars of Delaware Winner for best community and non-profit multicultural organization and for best entertainment for the Foundation’s annual Gourmet Dinner FUN’d Drawing and Reception! That you to the readers of the Daily State News for their support. We are humbled to be recognized for our contributions to Central Delaware and our exciting annual fundraiser!

09/24/2026

Our Foundation is able to make a difference in our communities because of our incredible team of board members, volunteers, fundholders and donors! There are so many ways to get involved with our Foundation. You can learn more about our mission and how you can help us improve lives in our community here: https://cendelfoundation.org/getting-involved/

09/14/2026

The CenDel Foundation this summer announced $28,556 in arts funding through the Kent County Fund for the Arts, supporting a diverse lineup of programs and projects across Central Delaware. This year’s grants will help bring music, theater, dance, visual arts and creative experiences to people of all ages and abilities — from free concerts at Dover’s historic Old State House and student music programs to children’s theater, arts education and creative programs for adults with disabilities. The funding will support 14 organizations working to inspire creativity, expand access to the arts and strengthen connections throughout our community. We’re proud to invest in the arts and the organizations that help make Central Delaware a vibrant place to live, work and grow.

The Kent County Fund for the Arts, housed at the CenDel Foundation, is proud to announce the distribution of $28,556 in grant funding to support a vibrant slate of arts programming in 2026. The Kent County Fund for the Arts was established in 2008 through a generous contribution by Rosemary Twilley,...

09/07/2026

Reminder! Join our Nonprofit Forum this Thursday, Sept. 10, for a workshop on grant research and funding opportunities presented by Jocelyn Tice. The Forum begins at 9:00 a.m. at the Parish House at Christ Episcopal Church in Dover. From fundraising and grant writing to governance, advocacy and organizational sustainability, nonprofit organizations face unique challenges every day. The CenDel Foundation’s Nonprofit Forum brings the Central Delaware nonprofit community together to tackle those challenges, share knowledge and learn from one another. Interested in participating? Contact Tenish at [email protected] to learn more.

09/03/2026

Central Delaware’s nonprofit community is stronger when we work together. That’s why the CenDel Foundation established the Nonprofit Forum — a place for nonprofit leaders, staff and volunteers to learn, share ideas and build connections. The Forum meets on the second Thursday of each month at the Parish House at Christ Episcopal Church in Dover.

Next session: Thursday, Sept. 10, 9:00 a.m.
Topic: Grant Research & Funding Opportunities
Presenter: Jocelyn Tice

Whether you’re looking to strengthen your organization, expand your reach or learn from others facing similar challenges, the Nonprofit Forum offers practical resources and meaningful connections. To learn more or join the Forum, contact Tenish at [email protected].

08/26/2026

We’d like to once again thank everyone who came out and supported our 2026 Gourmet Dinner FUN’d Drawing and Reception on Aug. 14! Check out these photos of all the fun and festivities from the incredible evening! And don’t forget to mark your calendars for August 13, 2027, for next year’s event!

08/18/2026

A huge thank you to Joe and Tonda Parks, so many generous sponsors, and all the guests who attended and supported the 2026 Gourmet Dinner FUN’d Raffle & Reception! Because of your generosity, CenDel raised a record $84,000 to support our mission of increasing philanthropic giving in central Delaware. We’re so grateful for your continued support! Check out this recap of the evening courtesy of Tom Malkiewicz of Social B Hive!