My Very Own Library

A fundraiser for United Way of Delaware (UWDE)

$55 raised from 2 donors

$1,500 goal

My Very Own Library program encourages and supports students love of reading by providing them with the opportunity to receive brand new, free books to build their own home libraries.  MVOL is rooted in research indicating that students foster a lifelong love of reading and demonstrating stronger literacy skills as they build their own home libraries.  The National MVOL organization works in remembrance of its last founder and philanthropist Anne Freely.  MVOL and Scholastic partners to provide generous donations across the county to communities wishing to launch local MVOL programs.  United Way of Delaware’s MVOL initiatives is an example of what can happens when generous and involved partners work collectively to address a critical community need.

About United Way of Delaware (UWDE)

Mission: United Way of Delaware focuses on Early Education, Career and College Readiness, Financial Stability, as well as Racial Equity and Social Justice. We work tirelessly to empower the most vulnerable Delawareans. Our 2-1-1 helpline connects people in crisis to the resources they need to thrive again.

When you give to United Way of Delaware you are helping children and families. Whether it's a kindergartner who lacks the resources to learn remotely, or a family calling 2-1-1 seeking immediate shelter, United Way of Delaware has initiatives in the community that make an impact in the lives of real people.