About Reed's Refuge Center
We are an Award Winning Outreach Organization located in Wilmington, Delaware.
The motto at Reeds’ Refuge Center is Seek Refuge in the Arts
WHO WE ARE
OUR MISSION
VISION
CORE VALUES
Our Accomplishments
Our accomplishments are small examples of our commitment to Delaware,
our youth, and changing literacy in local communities.
THE WINNERS OF THE 2017 JEFFERSON AWARDS
THE COMMUNITY EXCELLENCE AWARD
First Grantee from the BeLikeFrank Foundation
In Gratitude for Your Loyal Service to the Citizens of Wilmington 2016
In 6 years we have mentored over 1,000 children.
75% Student retention rate
More than 80% of the students we mentor come from low to moderate income families.
More than 60% of students are being raised by a single parent
100% of our students we serve are at-risk
Our work is not done! Donate today to help us help the children of tomorrow
Reed's Refuge Services
The work we do has a tremendous impact on our children and our communities.
We’re about making a difference starting with the ones who will someday lead this world.
IT'S WHAT WE DO
Our goal is to impact the inner-city youth through various art forms.
Our youth is the future and our staff is dedicated to push them to Greatness
MULTIMEDIA
FASHION DESIGN
AUDIO ENGINEERING
PIANO AND DRUM INSTRUCTIONS
COOKING WITHOUT A STOVE
DANCE INSTRUCTION
Our Supporters
We appreciate all our sponsors and those who support the hard work we do here at REED’S REFUGE CENTER
The Delaware Division of the Arts is a state agency dedicated to supporting and promoting the arts through grants, programs, and initiatives that enrich communities and enhance cultural experiences across Delaware.
The Delaware Criminal Justice Council is a state agency committed to improving public safety, supporting crime prevention initiatives, and enhancing the effectiveness of the criminal justice system through funding and policy development.
New Castle County, Delaware, is a vibrant and historic region providing essential services, community programs, and economic development initiatives to enhance the quality of life for residents and businesses.
The Seal of the City of Wilmington, Delaware, symbolizes the city’s historic roots, economic strength, and dedication to community growth and development.
Volunteer
RRC provides support and neighborhood empowerment by incorporating the
talents and philanthropic desires of each willing volunteer.
Volunteer Teachers:
A class minimum and six month commitment is required of volunteer teachers. This is a significant amount of your time, and we ask that you consider it carefully before volunteering. If you tutor one-on-one, we ask for a minimum three month commitment. Volunteer teachers/tutors must know how to read, write and speak the English language, and be genuinely interested in helping other adults improve his/her literacy skills.
Type of teachers needed:
• Science, Reading, Math, Music
Behavioral specialist:
Our RRC specialist would help develop, restore and maintain children’s behavior; teach skills to children and parents; behavior management & general supervision of clients w/behavioral, emotional disturbances and/or chemical dependency issues; work one-on-one w/youth in their home or school environment.
Youth Counselor:
Our RRC youth counselors work with adolescents and young children to help them solve problems, and they also make referrals for any services that would improve a child’s emotional or physical well being. These counselors can focus on helping youth with substance abuse and behavioral problems or to overcome mental and emotional disorders.
Speech therapist:
RRC speech specialist will work with patients, parents and youth, to facilitate the treatment of speech and language disorders, such as stammers, stutters, Tourettes and mutism. Specialising in providing therapeutic services for ages 5 years old to 18 years old, allowing for the fine-tuning of skills and exploring new tools and techniques.
Parent Counselor:
Collaborates with parents, volunteers, and staff to identify how parents/guardians and community members can get more involved at school as volunteers. Volunteer will oversee volunteer recruitment, training and assignments. Also, works with the RRC president staff, parents, and local teachers to coordinate volunteer assignments at the school to support student success.
Administration Assistance:
Reporting to the CEO & CFO, the administrative assistant will perform a range of administrative and office support functions for RRC to facilitate the efficient operation of the organization. The administrative assistant will directly contribute to increasing RRC’s capacity to supply the necessary resources to ensure community broadening, increased funding, and youth development.
Cleaning Staff:
RRC custodian is responsible for keeping the facility clean and in order between events, classes, cooking demonstrations, and various activities.
Donation Assistant:
Assists with and maintains organization of clothing bank storeroom and materials goods which are received as donations.
Client Advocate:
To assess needs and provide material goods distribution, referrals, and information to for the youth and parents of RRC.
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Join our growing family
Get your children ready for an awesome experience
and become a part of the Reed’s Refuge Center family.
Today, we honor the incredible founders of Reeds Refuge Center, Frederick and Cora Reed. Not only have they dedicated their lives to serving our community, but they are also celebrating a very special milestone - their 27th wedding anniversary!🥰
That’s right, these two chose Valentine’s Day 27 years ago to unite in marriage, and their love and commitment to each other and their family continues to inspire us all.
As we celebrate Black History Month, we recognize the profound impact the Reeds have had through their unwavering work and shining example. They have faced challenges head-on, never giving up, and have emerged as beacons of hope and inspiration for our entire community.
Today, we celebrate Frederick and Cora Reed - our founders, our leaders, and our beloved couple. Thank you for your compassion, your dedication, and your lasting legacy of love. May your anniversary be filled with joy, and may your work continue to transform lives for years to come.🥰🥰🥰
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At Reeds Refuge, we are privileged to have parents like Ms. Reber who have been with us for the past four years, witnessing the transformative impact our center has had on her children. Recently, Ms. Reber shared her outstanding testimony, and we are honored to share it with our community.#reedsrefuge #community #development #center #nonprofit #donate #today #parent #testimony #aplacetofeelloved #believe ... See MoreSee Less
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Reed's Refuge Center gaming area is coming together quite nicely. The children absolutely adore the fresh new PlayStation 5 and Xbox series at the Reed's Refuge gaming area. They can't seem to get enough of those cool, high-tech gaming setups - they're always begging their parents to take them there so they can play on them. It's become the hottest spot for the little ones to hang out and have a blast.#reedsrefuge #community #development #center #nonprofit #donate #today #aplacetofeellove #game #room #believe ... See MoreSee Less
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At Reeds Refuge, we believe that hands-on learning opportunities like this graphic design class are so important for the children. It allows them to explore their interests, develop new skills, and build confidence. Plus, they get to make cool apparel they can wear and share with their friends and family! Who knows, maybe one day some of these young designers will become entrepreneurs and start their own apparel businesses, selling the awesome shirts and accessories they create. The skills they're learning now could be the foundation for their future success. #reedsrefuge #community #development #center #nonprofit #donate #today #aplacetofeeove #graphicdesign #class #believe ... See MoreSee Less
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Wonderful.
You could feel the excitement radiating from the children at Reeds Refuge Center as they gathered for their classes. The center's STREAM (Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) program has truly captured their hearts. It brings such happiness to the staff to witness the children's enthusiasm and joy as they engage in their studies.#reedsrefuge #community #development #center #nonprofit #donate #today #believe #aplacetofeellove #stream #program #science #technology #reading #arts #engineering #mathematics ... See MoreSee Less
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Here is a parent's testimony about Reeds Refuge center:
We are thrilled that our students are thoroughly enjoying the graphic design class. They have been enthusiastically creating various designs and we are grateful to Miss Mills for sharing this wonderful experience with us.#reedsrefuge #community #development #center # nonprofit #believe #donate #today #aplacetofeelloved #graphicdesign #kidsdesign ... See MoreSee Less
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Awesome!