GEORGETOWN — The Delaware Community Foundation and the Town of Georgetown will light up The Circle in green the week of Nov. 13 to celebrate the impact of philanthropy and the people who make it happen, increasing the quality of life in Sussex County. 

“Philanthropy means more than writing a check or making a donation, it’s about wanting to see our community succeed,” said Mike DiPaolo, Delaware Community Foundation vice president for southern Delaware.

“Nonprofits in Sussex County make a difference in each of our lives, every day, and their successes are our successes. Whether it’s in eastern Sussex or western, for the arts, churches, education, or helping to address homelessness and hunger, the resources nonprofits need to meet their goals come from individuals and businesses across our county.”  

Delaware Community Foundation President & CEO Stuart Comstock-Gay said, “Organizations like the DCF play a unique role in advancing philanthropy in Sussex County, allowing individuals and businesses to structure their giving in a way that can bring maximum impact. By working with Sussex County nonprofits day in and day out, we can leverage our experience to help funding get to organizations that are doing the work on the ground.”  

National Philanthropy Day is celebrated every Nov. 15.