Wilmington, DE – Thursday, January 26, 2023 — YWCA Delaware has received $2,000 from the Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation to help feed neighbors in their time of need. YWCA Delaware will use this gift to purchase food to support the meal program offered at its Home-Life Management Center, located at 709 N. Madison Street in Wilmington, Delaware.

"We are humbled by the Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation's generous contribution. This gift supports our ability to swiftly alleviate the stress and pain of hunger experienced by the women and families who enter our program. Only after we address participants' basic needs can we begin to redirect their focus on stabilizing and engaging in our wrap-around services," said Melissa K. Gonville, Interim CEO of YWCA Delaware.

For over 30 years, YWCA's Home-Life Management Center has housed homeless families, meeting their basic needs for food and shelter, and providing a spectrum of supportive services in a safe and welcoming environment. Services offered include case management, workforce development training, financial counseling, substance abuse prevention, culinary training, and wellness workshops that empower individuals to heal and reach their full economic potential. At least 85% of families leave homelessness behind due to the Home-Life Management Center program.

The Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation is committed to supporting families facing food insecurity across its 10-state footprint. Established in 2001, the foundation provides financial support for programs and organizations dedicated to feeding local neighbors in the communities it serves. Since its inception, the foundation has awarded more than $16 million in grants.

ABOUT YWCA DELAWARE

Founded in 1895, YWCA Delaware is committed to eliminating racism, empowering women and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all. As a leading association among a national network of more than 200 YWCAs, YWCA Delaware touches the lives of thousands of women and families annually through the delivery of comprehensive human services. YWCA Delaware is a leader in the areas of economic empowerment, housing, racial and social justice, domestic violence and sexual assault response, and youth development. With a 24/7 crisis helpline and centers located in Wilmington, Newark, and Georgetown, YWCA Delaware serves as a highly effective, inclusive, and uplifting force that empowers women and their families to achieve their full social and economic potential. Learn more at www.ywcade.org and follow @ywcade on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube.

About The Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation

The Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation is the philanthropic arm of Food Lion, based in Salisbury, N.C. Established in 2001, the Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation provides financial support for programs and organizations dedicated to eliminating hunger. The charitable foundation has provided more than $16 million in grant funding, helping nourish communities with fresh food for backpack programs, Kids Café's, and other hunger-relief programs and funding for long-term programs to help shorten the lines at food banks. The charitable foundation partners with Feeding America, the nation's largest hunger-relief agency, and local food agencies serving the 10 Southeastern and Mid-Atlantic states in which Food Lion operates. For more information, visit http://www.foodlion.com/in-our-community.

About Food Lion

Food Lion is an omnichannel retailer committed to nourishing its neighbors during the moments that matter most. More than 82,000 associates across 1,100+ stores deliver an easy, fresh and affordable shopping experience throughout 10 Southeastern and Mid-Atlantic states. Through its 'Count on me' culture, Food Lion fosters a sense of belonging for all associates, promoting a diverse and inclusive environment that has supported LGBTQ+ equality for nearly two decades. Food Lion is the only company in the country to be named an ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year for 21 consecutive years. It also pioneered a food rescue program to support food-insecure neighbors. Through Food Lion Feeds, the retailer has donated more than 970 million meals to individuals and families since 2014 and has committed to donate 1.5 billion meals by 2025. Founded and based in Salisbury, N.C., since 1957, Food Lion is a company of Ahold Delhaize USA, the U.S. division of Zaandam-based Ahold Delhaize. For more information, visit foodlion.com.

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