1. Delaware Commission for Women — Free
State commission advocating for women's issues and promoting gender equity in Delaware
302-577-2660 · 4425 N Market St, Wilmington, DE 19802 · Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm
Women's empowerment programs in the US are funded through a mix of federal grants (Office on Women's Health, Women's Bureau at the Department of Labor, WANTO grants for nontraditional trades) and nonprofit networks like the YWCA, AAUW, and the National Council of Women's Organizations. Services typically include leadership development, financial literacy, entrepreneurship through SBA Women's Business Centers (WBCs), and peer support groups. Dress for Success outfits women re-entering the workforce, and Bottomless Closet and Step Up Network mentor low-income women. State-level women's commissions advocate on policy and refer to local providers. This directory aggregates WBCs, YWCAs, women's commissions, and empowerment nonprofits.
Delaware Family Court handles custody, visitation, and child support statewide through three county courthouses (New Castle, Kent, Sussex). The Division of Child Support Services operates under DSS. Wilmington and Dover are the population centers. Community Legal Aid Society (CLASI), Legal Services Corporation of Delaware, and the Delaware Coalition Against Domestic Violence support women.
State commission advocating for women's issues and promoting gender equity in Delaware
302-577-2660 · 4425 N Market St, Wilmington, DE 19802 · Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm
Programs empowering women including homeownership counseling, youth development, and racial justice
302-658-7161 · 233 King St, Wilmington, DE 19801 · Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm · Visit Website
Programs inspiring girls and young women to be strong, smart, and bold
302-575-1041 · 601 N Church St, Wilmington, DE 19801 · Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · Visit Website
Statewide resource connecting women with social services, health programs, and community support
800-464-4357 · Statewide Service · Mon-Fri 8am-8pm · Visit Website
Culturally responsive services for Latina women including education, health, and family support
302-655-7338 · 403 N Van Buren St, Wilmington, DE 19805 · Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm · Visit Website
Reproductive health services, education, and advocacy for women across Delaware
302-655-7293 · 625 N Shipley St, Wilmington, DE 19801 · Mon-Sat; Hours vary by location · Visit Website
Empowering women through education, equity, advocacy, and research since 1881. Local branches in every state.
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Grassroots feminist organization advocating for women's rights with local chapters nationwide.
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Nonpartisan organization encouraging informed civic participation. Local leagues in every state.
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Eliminating racism and empowering women. Local YWCAs offer housing, childcare, job training and DV services.
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Coalition of women's foundations funding solutions to women's and girls' issues nationwide.
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International women's organization promoting voluntarism and developing leaders. Local chapters across the US.
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Global volunteer service organization for business and professional women, supporting local women's programs.
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Service organization of professional women advancing the status of women through service and advocacy.
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