First State Community Action Agency

07/18/2026

Event Update:

We have been notified by the event organizers that tomorrow’s Heart of Georgetown Cleanup has been canceled due to air quality concerns.

We appreciate everyone who planned to volunteer and support this community effort. Please keep an eye out for updates regarding a future date.

Thank you, and please stay safe.

07/15/2026

Join us tomorrow evening for our July Community Dinner in Georgetown!

For just $1 per person, enjoy a meal, connect with neighbors, and learn about CNA training and career opportunities from Dwyer Workforce Development.

📅 Thursday, July 16
🕠 Dinner begins at 5:30 p.m.
📍 308 N. Railroad Ave., Georgetown, DE 19947
💵 $1 per person

The menu includes sloppy joes, chips, cole slaw, watermelon, and iced tea.

Everyone is welcome. Come for dinner, stay for the conversation, and learn about a program helping people build stable careers in healthcare.

07/13/2026

We love seeing community members step up with an idea and turn it into action.

The Heart of Georgetown Cleanup was organized by local residents who want to make a difference in the place they call home. First State is glad to support their efforts by providing a meeting location, cleanup supplies, and extra hands this Saturday morning.

Come join us on Saturday, July 18. Check-in begins at 9:30 a.m. at 308 N. Railroad Avenue in Georgetown, and the cleanup will take place from 10 a.m. to noon. Scan the QR code on the flyer to register.

Have an idea for a cleanup or another community project where you live? Reach out to us. Our Community Development team may be able to help you plan, organize, and connect with the resources needed to get it moving.

07/10/2026

It is with heartfelt sadness that we share the passing of Evelyn Wilson, a valued member of First State Community Action Agency’s Board of Directors and a dedicated servant of her community.

Evelyn was a steadfast partner in our mission to help individuals, families, and communities thrive. Her compassion, commitment to service, and belief in helping others left a meaningful mark on First State and on the communities we serve.

We are grateful for the time, wisdom, and heart she shared with our organization. Her legacy of service will continue to inspire our work and remind us of the impact one person can have when they lead with purpose and care.

We extend our sincere condolences to Evelyn’s family, friends, and all who knew and loved her.

For those who wish to pay their respects, service details are below.

Viewing: Friday, July 17, 2026, 9:00–10:00 a.m.

Celebration of Life: Friday, July 17, 2026, 10:00 a.m.

Location: First Baptist Church, 20304 North Dupont Boulevard, Georgetown, DE 19947

Evelyn was born on August 3rd, 1949 and passed away on July 6th, 2026 at the age of 76

06/29/2026

Dangerous heat is coming. Do not wait until your home becomes unsafe to ask for help.

Delaware is heading into a stretch of extreme heat, with dangerously high temperatures and humidity expected to increase the risk of heat-related illness. Prolonged heat can be especially dangerous for older adults, young children, people with disabilities, and individuals living with chronic breathing conditions.

First State Community Action Agency’s Summer Cooling Assistance Program may provide a no-cost, room-sized air conditioner to eligible Delaware households.

Your household may qualify if it includes:

• A child age 5 or younger
• An adult age 60 or older
• A person with a disability
• Someone with a chronic breathing condition, including asthma, chronic bronchitis, emphysema, or COPD

Income and additional eligibility requirements apply.

Do not wait until the heat becomes an emergency.

Apply now at https://www.jotform.com/team/232606932367056/SCAP or call 302-856-7761 for help getting started.

Please share this post. Someone in your family, neighborhood, or community may need help staying safe this summer.

06/28/2026

Last week, staff from our Community Development and Client-Based Services teams joined residents of the Star Hill community and the Food Bank of Delaware for a food distribution.

Food access is connected to so many parts of daily life. When families have reliable access to food, it can ease pressure, support health, and create space to focus on other needs.

We were glad to support an effort rooted in partnership and community connection. Star Hill’s leadership, the Food Bank’s resources, and the presence of local service providers all help bring support closer to the people who need it.

This is what it looks like to meet people where they are: working together, showing up, and connecting residents with resources in a way that is accessible.

06/27/2026

We’re spending the afternoon at the 36th Annual Positively Dover African American Festival on the Legislative Mall in Downtown Dover!

Stop by our table to learn more about First State Community Action Agency and the broad range of programs, resources, and community supports we provide across Delaware.

This festival is a wonderful celebration of African American heritage, culture, music, food, art, and community, and we’re proud to be part of it.

If you’re out enjoying the festival today, stop by and say hello!

06/27/2026

We’re out at the Housing Resource & Stability Workshop this morning at House of David in Milford!

If you or someone you know has questions about affordable housing, homeownership, rental assistance, utility assistance, housing counseling, tenant rights, or other housing resources, stop by and talk with us. Our team is here alongside several great partner organizations to help connect people with the information and services they need.

We’ll be here until 12:00 p.m. Come say hello, pick up resources, and learn what’s available in our community.

We hope to see you there!

06/23/2026

Join us this Saturday in Milford!

First State Community Action Agency will be presenting with many of our partners at the Housing Resource & Stability Workshop facilitated by House of David, Milford, Delaware, a free community event connecting Delaware residents with reliable information about affordable housing, rental and utility assistance, homeownership resources, eviction prevention, fair housing protections, tenant rights, senior housing support, and more.

📅 Saturday, June 27
⏰ 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon
📍 Jesus Love Temple, Milford

Whether you rent, own your home, are facing housing instability, or simply want to better understand the resources available in Delaware, this workshop is for you.

Admission is free, and refreshments and lunch are included. Scan the QR code on the flyer to register or visit houseofdavid.info for more information.

We hope to see you there!

06/20/2026

Join us today as we celebrate Juneteenth with the Richard Allen Coalition in Georgetown!

Stop by the First State Community Action Agency table to meet our team, learn about the programs and services available throughout Delaware, and discover how we’re helping individuals and families build stronger futures.

We’ll be sharing information on summer youth programs, housing counseling, workforce development, financial empowerment, community programs, and so much more! Whether you’re looking for resources for yourself, a friend, or a family member, we’re here to help.

Juneteenth is a time to honor history, celebrate freedom, and strengthen community. We’re proud to be part of an event that brings people together through education, culture, and connection.

We hope you’ll stop by, say hello, and spend the day celebrating with us!

📅 Today, June 20
📍 316 S. Railroad Avenue, Georgetown, DE

We’ll see you there!