About Us
Since 1895
Who We Are
YWCA Delaware is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all.
Each year, YWCA Delaware serves more than 8,000 individuals and families across the state through emergency and supportive housing, 24/7 domestic violence and sexual assault crisis response, financial empowerment services, youth development programs, and community engagement initiatives.
With regional centers in Wilmington, New Castle, and Georgetown, we help people find safety, build stability, and achieve economic security,
Eliminating Racism, Empowering Women and Promoting Peace, Justice, Freedom and Dignity for all.
YWCA MISSION
Community Impact ↘
YWCA Delaware serves individuals of all races, religions, and socio-economic backgrounds.
In 2025, 9,594 individuals participated in our comprehensive programs throughout Delaware.
100%
of Transitional Housing families exited to permanent housing.
96%
of families who received housing through YWCA Delaware built skills to achieve self-sufficiency.
97%
of survivors who received YWCA's Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence support felt supported, empowered and in control of decision-making during recovery.
83%
of clients reported improved financial health.
94%
of our clients reported a greater understanding of policies supporting women and families and the importance of civic participation.
94%
of our youth development participants reported developing an increase in self-esteem and sense of purpose.
Meet Our Team
Felisha Lawrence, MSJA, Chief Development Officer
Board of Directors
Our Board of Directors is a group of leaders who use their passion, insights, and connections in the community to create a real impact for YWCA Delaware.
Officers
C. Wicks, President
COO, The Reybold Group
S. Shah, President Elect
Head of Digital Product Management, Vanguard
D. Henry, BCBA, Treasurer
COO at BrightBloom
K. Ash, Secretary
Executive Director, JPMorgan Chase
J. Pappenhagen, VP Fund Development
Manager, Strategy and Planning, ChristianaCare
J. Kilgore,MPH, MSW, Co-Chair, Fund Development
VP, Population Health & Clinical Operations, Delaware First Health
C. Hudak, Chair, Board Resource
Sr. Information Security Specialist at TD Bank
M. Graves, Co-Chair, Board Resource Committee
Healthcare IT Program Manager, DuPont
Crake, VP, Co-Chair, Major Gifts Committee
VP, Marketing Strategy Lead, Card Services, JPMorgan Chase
C. Daney, Co-Chair, Major Gifts Committee
Account Executive, MiniFibers, Inc.
Directors
T. Conway, Community Educator, ChristianaCare
S. T. Johnson, Senior Attorney Editor at Thomson West
T. Lockett, Principal/Founder, Mainline Advisory & Consulting Group
D. Mitchell, CSP, Operational Excellence and Early Career Talent Lead, DuPont
J. Newcomer, Retired, JPMorgan Chase
L. A. Nutter, Executive Director, Southbridge Community Development Corporation
M. Omotoso, Manager, Volunteer Initiatives - Global Corporate Partnerships, United Way Worldwide
L. Quamie, Esq., Director, Employment and Benefits lawAllstate Insurance Company
D. Rogerson, Chief Information Risk Officer, Truist
Honorary Members
P. Smith Finkelman, Retired/Marketing Communications
A.L. Stanford, PhD, Retired, DuPont Co.
Key Dates in YWCA History
Annual & Financial Reports
YWCA is committed to accountability and transparency in everything we do. Below you will find resources that illuminate our financial position, outline how we allocate our resources, and showcase the impact of the valuable support from our donors and sponsors. As a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, we welcome your support of our mission!
YWCA Delaware
3-Year Strategic Plan
2024 - 2026
Throughout our history, YWCA has been at the forefront of most major movements in the United States, including as a pioneer in human rights, labor union representation and the empowerment of women. YWCA Delaware operates as an independent 501(c)3.
YWCA Delaware has a strong commitment to these signature platforms. We’re exploring our potential to increase impact by expanding where services are most crucial:
Housing Security
Economic Empowerment, including Youth Development
Health and Safety
Strategic Priorities
for 2024 to 2026 ↘
Evaluate the opportunity to further improve housing security
Expand the value of, and community engagement in, our advocacy efforts
Ensure the long-term financial sustainability of the organization
Improve technology and data infrastructure to increase capacity and efficiency
Enhance the organizational culture
Optimize the Board of Directors’ effectiveness
FAQs
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YWCA Delaware receives referals from YWCA Delaware's Centralized Intake and from YWCA Delaware's Sexual Assault Response Center. If you are homeless or are at imminent risk of becoming homeless, call Delaware’s Centralized Intake by dialing 1-833-346-3233.
If you need domestic violence or sexual assault supportive counseling, medical and legal accompaniment, access to support groups, as well as information and referrals to our vital services, please call our 24/7 SARC helpline at 800-773-8570.
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YWCA Delaware's "SCHE" (Safe, Compassion, Heal, Empower) Joint Transitional Housing and Rapid Re-Housing program offers survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking and dating violence with personalized service plans and resources to achieve housing stability.
YWCA works to rapidly re-house homeless women and families and provides financial assistance, comprehensive case management, and support services to assist women and families in becoming economically and residentially stable and self-sufficient in permanent housing. Services may include but are not limited to community housing, case management, access to food, wellness and nutrition workshops, and clothing, workforce readiness training, medical/legal accompaniment, financial housing assistance, financial coaching, therapeutic services, access to legal, medical and mental health services, and transportation services. YW assists in developing tailored Housing Service Plans that offer financial resources and internal/external support services, including searching for safe and affordable housing, employment, life skills and enrichment training, and participating in state-sponsored training programs. RRH participants also receive evaluations for benefits and housing, including purchase of care – early childhood and after-school education, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), Medicare, and SNAP. "SCHE" Joint Transitional and Rapid Re-Housing program participants are responsible for contributing financially to their households while maintaining continued access to YW’s support services.
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YWCA Delaware's Diversion program prevents homelessness for families by assisting them to identify alternate housing arrangements that diverts them from entering the homeless management system. Case management and financial assistance is available for up to 3 months to support families so they can retain stable housing and eliminate episodes of homelessness.