Greater Lewes Foundation

04/09/2026

The Happy Day Club was all about music, movement, and unforgettable nights.

✨ Lewes250 is bringing that vibe back—just once.
Once in a Blue Moon

🎶 Saturday, May 30, from 6pm to 10pm
📍American Legion Post 17 - Lewes, DE
🎟️Get your tickets today: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/once-in-a-blue-moon-tickets-1984984924343?aff=oddtdtcreator
💙 An event you don’t want to miss.

02/13/2026

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02/02/2026

📣 New from Greater Lewes Foundation

Our February eNewsletter has officially landed! Inside, you’ll find updates, impact stories, and a look at what’s coming next as we continue supporting the people and places that make our community special.

👉 Read it here: https://mailchi.mp/4292f264cdf0/your-february-community-update-from-glf

📩 Subscribe to get future issues delivered straight to your inbox: https://www.greaterlewesfoundation.org/subscribe/

12/08/2025

💡Did you know?
Lewes is home to the deVries Monument, marking the 1631 Dutch colony that ultimately led to the creation of Delaware as its own state. A major restoration is now underway to prepare the site for its next chapter, including new interpretive signage and improved public access. For more information visit: https://www.capegazette.com/article/restoration-devries-monument-now-underway/298767

11/26/2025

📣 Big news from the Greater Lewes Foundation!
Restoration of the historic deVries Monument near Roosevelt Inlet is officially underway.

The redesigned site will feature:
✨ Better accessibility
✨ New interpretive signage
✨ Fresh landscaping from Lewes in Bloom this spring

A spring rededication is planned as part of the Lewes250 celebration — and the project sets the stage for the 400th anniversary of the deVries colony in 2031.

📖 Read more:

The Delaware monument to an event considered by many as the most consequential in the state’s history is getting a long-planned restoration with the help of the Greater Lewes Foundation. Located near Roosevelt Inlet on Pilottown Road in Lewes, the...

10/10/2025

Your generosity keeps Lewes thriving. 🌊🏡
From the library and Canalfront Park to conservation and community programs, every donation to the Greater Lewes Foundation helps preserve what makes our town special.

❤️ Read our Fall Appeal letter now and join us in supporting the next chapter of Lewes.
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The Greater Lewes Foundation helps generous people achieve their philanthropic objectives by creating charitable funds to support important community causes.

09/24/2025

✨🎶 Beach Ball 2025 🎶✨

Save the date! 🎉
Saturday, Oct. 11 | 6–10 PM
Cambria Hotel, Rehoboth

🍹 Open bar & food stations
🎶 Live music by The Funsters
🎁 Live & silent auctions

All to benefit the Rehoboth Beach Historical Society & Museum.

🎟️ Get your tickets now: auctria.events/BeachBall2025

07/01/2025

Join us on Sunday July 6th from 4-6pm for the Singer & Songwriter series launch! Reserve your spot today! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/singer-songwriter-series-tickets-1397090187359?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

06/02/2025

🎶 Rock the Dock for a Cause! 🎶
Rocking the Docks hits the Lewes Ferry Terminal on June 8th — with live music from The Funsters and The Williams Brothers Band!

🎟️ Tickets are going fast — grab yours before they’re gone!
All proceeds help save the Fourth Street Preserve. 🌳

👉 https://wl.seetickets.us/event/the-funsters/643154?afflky=RockingTheDocks

04/14/2025