Richard Taylor

“Community Makes It Possible” Each time I review our service reports, one number always causes me to pause. Last fiscal year, more than 41,000 hours of volunteer time were given to CHEER. That is not a feel-good statistic. It is a survival statistic. It is the reason we are able to do what we do. …

Local Leaders and State Officials Deliver Hope: CHEER Concludes Successful “Community Champions Week” in Celebration of March for Meals  CHEER celebrated its “Community Champions Week”, a cornerstone of the national March for Meals celebration, from March 16 through March 19. The month long campaign, launched by Meals on Wheels America, recognizes the historic day in …

The recent Fire & Ice Festival — with its “In the First State” theme celebrating Delaware’s 250th anniversary — brought in more than $51,000 in charitable contributions for area organizations. Recipients of the proceeds of ticketed events, merchandise sales and donation-driven activities gathered at The Salted Rim restaurant in Millville on Thursday, Feb. 26, to …

Allen Harim, a poultry producer headquartered in Sussex County, has donated $1,000 to CHEER, Inc. to support its growing Pets for Meals on Wheels program. The effort ensures homebound seniors receive nutritious meals and have the basics they need to care for the pets who keep them company — from pet food and cat litter …

Spring Into Learning:CHEER Academy Announces 2026 Spring Semester As the seasons change, so do the opportunities for growth and connection at CHEER! Our first semester has had an exciting start! We’re excited to announce that CHEER Academy Spring Semester is just around the corner, offering a diverse array of classes designed to keep Sussex County …

New Year, New Opportunities to Make a Difference in Volunteer Service. Happy New Year! I hope your holidays were filled with warmth, joy, and moments that made you smile. As we step into 2026, we’re feeling inspired — and we’re so grateful to so many committed volunteers by our side for another year of impact …

Ocean View CHEER wins “2025 Best of the Quiet Resorts Community Spirit:Best Initiative” Award” Congratulations to Yolanda Gallego, Director of CHEER’s Coastal Leisure Senior Activity Center in Ocean View on receiving the “2025 Best of the Quiet Resorts Community Spirit: Best Initiative” award presented by the Bethany-Fenwick Area Chamber of Commerce. For more than a …

Lewes Rehoboth Moose Lodge #646 Donates $1,000 to CHEER, Inc. Donation to be split between Milton and Harbour Lights Lewes CHEER Senior Activity Centers Pictured in photo are (front row): James Layton, Cristina Tunnell (Director, Harbour Lights CHEER) , Ashlyn Elliott (Director, Milton CHEER), Rosa Lopez, and  Mark Wing. Second row (one person is completely …

Nonperishable Food Pantry and Pet Food Donations. Not only do many of the home-bound seniors in Sussex County receive meals, but, many times, they will share their food with their furry companions. Your nonperishable food and pet food donation will go a long way to the well-being of both the home-bound seniors and their comforting …

On Tuesday, October 28, CHEER held a groundbreaking ceremony for a major expansion of its 34-acre CHEER Gateway East Senior Residential Village. The event was held at the CHEER Community Center in Georgetown and featured remarks from distinguished guests, including Delaware State Housing Administration (DSHA) Director Matthew Heckles and State Senator Brian Pettyjohn. Other elected …