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Distributing grant money to nonprofits isn’t something high school students normally learn about, let alone actually do. But for more than 25 years, the Delaware Community Foundation’s Youth Philanthropy Board has put high school students in charge of examining issues in their communities and ultimately deciding how to allocate thousands of dollars in funds for various programs that address them. Today on #TheGreen podcast, Delaware Public Media’s Joe Irizarry chats with Yolanda Rushdan, Senior Program Officer for the Delaware Community Foundation, about the value of giving young students an opportunity to help their communities through philanthropic work. Tune in at 2pm to learn more! ?? https://ow.ly/KNWe50U85jC #DelawarePublicMedia #DelawareNews #netDE #Education #DelawareCommunityFoundation

As we kick off our year-end fundraising campaign on National Philanthropy Day, we’re excited to announce our goal to raise $50,000. This will help us upgrade our studios and expand our reach across the state, bringing you even more trusted, local news. Your support is crucial to keeping Delaware informed. Donate today and, thanks to NewsMatch and other generous local partners, your gift will go further! We need your help to continue providing the in-depth, community-centered reporting you rely on. Give now to help us reach our goal by December 31st! https://ow.ly/U4Zc50U848o #DelawarePublicMedia #DPM #NationalPhilanthropyDay #GiveBack #SupportLocalNews #LocalNewsMatters #LocalJournalism #ProtectDemocracy #netDE

The Delaware STEM Educator Awards annually celebrates K-12 educators who go above and beyond to teach and inspire students in STEM, a methodology that engages students around the subjects of science, technology, math, and engineering. Among the winners this year are the Math Marigolds, a team of educators working to develop more students into math teachers. This week on #TheGreen, Delaware Public Media’s news director Tom Byrne talks with Brandywine High School math teacher David Maloney, who helped start the Math Marigolds, about his award-winning team and the importance of building a pool of math teachers. Listen at 3 and 7pm for more! ?? https://ow.ly/TeWb50U83Vl #DelawarePublicMedia #DelawareNews #netDE #Education #MathMarigolds #STEMTeachers

From the moment the polls open until the final votes are tallied, Delaware Public Media will be your go-to source for all Election Day updates! ??????? Our live blog will keep you in the loop with everything happening across the state, from the latest on voter turnout to key developments in local, state, and national races. Our news team will be actively updating the blog throughout the day, providing comprehensive insights, real-time analysis, and responses to the most pressing election issues affecting Delaware and beyond. Get tuned in this Election Day! ?? https://lnkd.in/eMZ5Xsct #DelawareVotes #Election2024 #DPMCoverage #YourVoteMatters

From education reform to climate change and housing affordability, this year's Delaware Debates dove into the big issues shaping the future of our state. With Election Day just around the corner, candidates laid out their visions: ? Governor’s Race: Matt Meyer (D) and Mike Ramone (R) clashed over school voucher programs, affordable housing, and climate resilience investments. Meyer emphasized public school funding and stronger housing intervention, while Ramone pushed for fewer building regulations and educational vouchers. ? U.S. House Race: Sarah McBride (D) highlighted health care reform, reproductive rights, and global leadership. Her message? "It's not about identity—it's about policy that delivers for Delawareans." The Republican nominee for the seat, John Whalen of Millsboro, declined his invitation to the debate. ? U.S. Senate Race: With Lisa Blunt Rochester (D) and Mike Katz (I) absent, Eric Hansen (R) spoke alone, enforcing his stance as a moderate Republican whose priorities are cutting federal spending, reducing inflation, tax cuts for working families, and restoring trust in government. The election is just days away! Make sure you’re ready to cast an informed vote by watching the full debates here... Governor: https://ow.ly/JWtS50TVIXw U.S. House: https://ow.ly/hgzB50TVIXu U.S Senate: https://ow.ly/RaIT50TVIXv #DelawareDebates #Vote2024 #DelawareElection #YourVoiceMatters #BeAnInformedVoter ?? by Evan Krape and Ethan Grandin

The candidates running for Governor, U.S. House, and U.S. Senate in Delaware recently wrapped up a lively set of debates. Here’s what stood out: ???? Governor’s Debate: Education was the hot topic! Mike Ramone (R) wants voucher programs to give families more school choices, but Matt Meyer (D) warned that vouchers could underfund public schools. Their clash didn’t stop there—they also debated affordable housing policies and how to make Delaware more climate-resilient. ??? U.S. House Debate: Sarah McBride (D) took the stage alone but had a lot to say! She covered a multitude of topics during the debate, including weighing in on ongoing U.S. involvement in foreign conflicts. ??? U.S. Senate Debate: The U.S. Senate debate stage was also graced with only one candidate, leaving Republican nominee Eric Hansen to face a solo Q&A session, who noted his disappointment with Blunt Rochester's lack of attendance. Watch the full debates here... Governor: https://ow.ly/ljHz50TVIcS U.S. House: https://ow.ly/meE950TVIcR U.S Senate: https://ow.ly/ZcaL50TVIcP #DelawareDebates #Vote2024 #DelawareElection #YourVoiceMatters #BeAnInformedVoter ?? by Evan Krape and Ethan Grandin

Being a Delawarean goes beyond geography; it's a mindset. #TheGreen promotes honest and open-minded reporting on issues and events affecting Delaware, encouraging residents to explore and understand their state from fresh perspectives. This week, we’re diving into key races to watch, including the battle in the 34th House District between Republican Lyndon Yearick and Democrat Tracey Miller, plus Rony Baltazar-Lopez’s challenge to Republican Bryan Shupe in the 36th District. We’ll also explore Delaware's haunted history with author Josh Hitchens and highlight the Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition’s peer mentorship program for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Tune in today at 3 and 7 PM, and Sunday at 2pm! You can stream it live at delawarepublic.org and on the DPM app. #TheGreen #DelawarePublicMedia #DelawareNew #netDE

We’re thrilled to see so many people engaging with our America Amplified form, asking important questions about the upcoming November election. ?????? Here’s one we’ve received recently: Q: Will there be absentee voting or early voting? A: Thanks to a Delaware Supreme Court decision, there will be Permanent Absentee Voting and Early Voting in the 2024 election. Absentee voting info is available via the Department of Elections, and Early Voting is open for ten days leading up to the election, with the last weekend available just before Election Day. Happy voting! Got more election questions? Submit them through the America Amplified form on our website! ?? https://ow.ly/fI3L50TQ5QZ #DPM #DelawarePublicMedia #DelawareDebates #Election2024 #DelawareElections #Campaign2024 #AmericaAmplified

We’ve been receiving some great questions via our America Amplified form, and we’re here to help get you the information you need ahead of the November elections. ??????? Here’s one we recently received: Q: I have been trying to find out the candidates who are running in the general election. No wonder people don't vote. How can I get the candidates' names and information? A: Thanks for reaching out! You can find the full list of candidates on the Department of Elections website. Plus, DPM has great resources, like Candidate Conversations and Races to Watch, to help you get informed before heading to the polls. Happy voting! Got more questions? Use the America Amplified form on our website to submit yours today! ?? https://ow.ly/kXQi50TQ5vv #DPM #DelawarePublicMedia #DelawareDebates #Election2024 #DelawareElections #Campaign2024 #AmericaAmplified

Don’t miss Delaware Debates 2024 on October 17th, featuring the candidates for Governor. ??? Be sure to tune in for a deep dive into the future of Delaware and let us know what topics you’d like to see addressed by submitting them via the America Amplified form on our website. https://ow.ly/KlhT50TIjC9 America Amplified #DPM #DelawarePublicMedia #DelawareDebates #Election2024 #DelawareElections #Campaign2024 #AmericaAmplified