FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 7/9/2009

Contact: Alison Keeling 302-573-3731 akeeling@uwde.org

UNITED WAY OF DELAWARE HONORS CHEER, CHILDREN & FAMILIES FIRST, AND CHRISTINA CULTURAL ARTS CENTER WITH COMMUNITY IMPACT AWARD

Wilmington, Del. (July 9, 2009) — United Way of Delaware is honoring three of its partners for consistent dedication to the community:

• CHEER, based in Sussex County, provides critical services to seniors to help them maintain their independence and quality of life.

• Children & Families First is a leader in providing quality services to Delaware’s families and advocating for children’s needs.

• Christina Cultural Arts Center makes arts education affordable and accessible to youth from low-income families.

This is the eighth year that United Way of Delaware has presented the Community Impact Award. Recipients must manage programs that have a measurable and positive impact on the community

“These agencies are inspirational in their dedication to the common good,” said Michelle Taylor, President and Chief Executive Officer of United Way of Delaware. “Their commitment to results exemplifies what United Way of Delaware is all about — creating lasting change.”

About United Way of Delaware


United Way of Delaware’s mission is to maximize the community’s resources to improve the quality of life for all Delawareans. United Way of Delaware (UWD) works to advance the common good by focusing on the three building blocks to a good life: education, income and health. UWD is engaged in a long-term strategy to eliminate the root causes of Delaware’s most pressing social problems in New Castle, Kent, and Sussex counties. UWD works collectively with business, government, social service agencies, academic groups, community organizations, and concerned citizens to effect positive, long-lasting solutions for today and into the future. For more information, to make a contribution, or to volunteer to work with UWD, please visit www.uwde.org or call (302) 573-3700.