Giving Back
Building and Strengthening our Community
A strong community is more than housing - it's people, support systems, and local involvement. As a local REALTOR, sharing community resources helps residents and relocators feel connected, supported, and informed beyond the real estate transaction. Below is a list of local charities and organizations should you want to get involved!
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Local Organizations
Community Insight beyond real estate -
Whether you're relocating, downsizing, purchasing a second home, or simply looking to get involved locally, I'm happy to help connect you with trusted community organizations and local resources. Below you'll find a list of charities supported throughout the year or volunteered at, come join our community!
WorCOA 50+ Center in Ocean City (part of Worcester Commission on Aging)
Ocean City 50plus Center
Location: 104 41st St, Ocean City, MD 21842
Phone: 410-289-0824
Description: A WorCOA-operated 50+ community center providing social activities, educational programs, exercise opportunities, fresh meals, trips, and resource connections to help adults age 50+ stay active, independent, and engaged in the community.
Diakonia, Inc.
Location: 12747 Old Bridge Rd, Ocean City, MD 21842
Phone: 410-213-0923
Description: The only comprehensive provider of homeless services on Maryland’s Lower Eastern Shore offering shelter, food, clothing, case management, and housing support.
Worcester Youth & Family Counseling
Location: 124 N Main St, Suite C, Berlin, MD 21811
Phone: (410) 641-4598
Description: A long-standing non-profit providing clinical mental health counseling, youth mentoring, resource navigation, and support programs for children, families, and individuals to promote well-being and resilience in the community. *Fun fact* Katie completed graduate school internship hours here.
Art League of Ocean City
Location: 502 94th St, Ocean City, MD 21842
Phone: (410) 524-9433
Description: A vibrant nonprofit arts organization and home of the Ocean City Center for the Arts, offering rotating exhibitions, art classes and workshops, artist studios, community events, and opportunities to engage with local and regional visual arts in a welcoming setting.
First State Community Action Agency
Location: 308 N Railroad Ave, Georgetown, DE 19947
Phone: 302-856-7761
Description: Helps low-income individuals and families by offering food pantry services, case management, emergency assistance, workforce development, and community programs.
Catholic Charities – Basic Needs/ Food Assistance
Location: Multiple sites in Sussex County (e.g., Georgetown & Milton)
Phone: Varies by location
Description: Provides food assistance and basic needs support to individuals and families, with distribution sites across Sussex County including Georgetown and Milton.
Shepherd’s Office
Location: 408 N Bedford St, Georgetown, DE
Phone: 302-858-8556
Description: Offers free dinners, meals, and support services for individuals and families facing food insecurity in Sussex County.