FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 1/22/2007

Contact: Seandra Sims 302-573-3731 ssims@uwde.org

UNITED WAY OF DELAWARE ANNOUNCES NEW BOARD APPOINTMENT

WILMINGTON, Del. – United Way of Delaware’s Board of Directors recently welcomed M. Regina Lee as a member of its board of directors and executive committee as Chair, Human Resources.

Ms. Lee, vice president of human resources for DuPont, is helping United Way of Delaware expand its role as the state’s leader for raising awareness and funding for Delaware’s network of health and human service agencies. As a United Way volunteer, she offers counsel to help streamline the organization’s staff functions and keep operational costs to a minimum.

“United Way of Delaware is proud to welcome Ms. Lee as a member of the board and the executive committee. We look forward to improving the effectiveness of United Way of Delaware’s staff and volunteers under her capable leadership,” said Drew Langloh, president and chief professional officer of United Way of Delaware. “We thank Ms. Lee for her dedication to United Way and the community we serve, and we appreciate the leadership and energy she brings to our organization,” Langloh added.

United Way of Delaware’s Board of Directors is made up of volunteers from across the state. The 40 board members lend their time, talent, and treasure to further the mission of United Way of Delaware. For a full list of the 2006-2007 Board of Directors or for more information on United Way of Delaware, please call (302) 573-3700 or visit www.uwde.org.