The Delaware Department of Correction’s Probation and Parole division is coordinating a free Community Resource and Job Fair in New Castle on Thursday, Oct. 1, bringing together government agencies, nonprofits and employers to offer services, information and hiring opportunities to area residents.
Event details and location
The fair will take place from 1 to 4:30 p.m. at the New Castle County Route 9 Library, located at 3022 New Castle Avenue in New Castle. The event is open to the public and is intended to serve both people on probation and the broader community, with a focus on the Wilmington area and the Route 9 corridor.
What will be available on-site
Organizers say attendees can expect a range of immediate assistance and resources. Confirmed on-site offerings include meal and food box distribution, clothing giveaways and a live healthy-food demonstration station. Multiple employers will conduct on-the-spot interviews and hiring interviews, and there will be additional giveaways and services from community partners.
- Meal/food box distribution
- On-the-spot job interviews and hiring opportunities
- Clothing distribution
- Live-action healthy food station
- Giveaways and other assistance
The Department of Correction noted a number of participating organizations, including the Food Bank of Delaware, Delaware Department of Health and Social Services, ShopRite, Friendship House, Herr’s, Stanziale Solutions, Beautiful Gate Outreach Center, Harvest Outreach People Project and Canaan Baptist Church. New Castle County Libraries are also recognized for their support.
Agency intent and community focus
Department leadership framed the fair as both a public service and part of Probation and Parole’s supervisory mission. Commissioner Terra Taylor emphasized the staff’s commitment to connecting people with support and opportunities, urging community members to attend whether they are seeking work, help for their families or information about local services.
“Our Probation and Parole Officers and staff are committed to serving our neighbors, keeping them safe, and connecting them to resources and opportunities to meet their needs and to be successful,” the commissioner said.
Who the event is for and why it matters
While organized by probation officers and staff specifically to assist individuals on probation and their families, event organizers stress that everyone in the community is welcome. By gathering multiple service providers, employers and nonprofits in one place, the fair aims to reduce barriers to access — providing a single location where job seekers can apply and interview, families can access food and clothing, and residents can learn about health and social services.
Practical information for attendees
Attendees should plan to arrive during the 1–4:30 p.m. window to make the most of employer interviews and distributions. Because this is a public event hosted in a library facility, visitors should follow any posted guidance from library staff on parking and building access. The Department of Correction has encouraged those interested to stop by regardless of their current circumstances.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Date | Thursday, Oct. 1 |
| Time | 1:00 – 4:30 p.m. |
| Location | New Castle County Route 9 Library, 3022 New Castle Ave., New Castle |
Partners and acknowledgments
The Department of Correction extended special thanks to the library system and the list of participating partners that volunteered resources and staff. Those partnerships reflect an effort to connect correctional supervision with reentry supports, employment pathways and basic needs assistance in a way that is visible and accessible to the public.
For Delaware residents seeking updates on state agency events and news releases, the Department of Correction and state news services offer daily email digests of current posts.
The upcoming fair represents one of several community engagement efforts by Probation and Parole to provide consolidated access to services. Residents who plan to attend should bring identification and any employment materials they wish to share with on-site employers.
Local readers with questions about the event can contact New Castle County Libraries or the Department of Correction for additional information on participating organizations and logistical details.
