6 Resources
Public housing and Housing Choice Voucher programs for low-income families in Wilmington, administered from the North Walnut Street office. Fathers can check current waitlist status, apply for openings, or transfer existing vouchers. Bring photo ID, Social Security cards for all household members, birth certificates for children, income verification, and current lease information to make the application process smoother.
(302) 429-6701 · 400 N Walnut St, Wilmington, DE 19801
Emergency shelter and transitional housing for homeless families and individuals in Wilmington, operating from East 14th Street. Programs include men's shelters, family housing, and case management toward permanent homes. Fathers experiencing homelessness or at imminent risk can walk in or call during weekday business hours. Bring photo ID and any documents showing current housing status if available.
(302) 652-5523 · 115 E 14th St, Wilmington, DE 19801
Affordable homeownership opportunities and home repair programs for qualifying New Castle County families, based on Village Road in Wilmington. Homebuyers contribute sweat equity and pay a zero-interest mortgage. Fathers interested in ownership or repair programs should call during weekday hours. Bring photo ID, recent tax returns, pay stubs, and credit report summaries when completing the formal application.
(302) 652-0365 · 1 Village Rd, Wilmington, DE 19809
Advocacy and financial education nonprofit helping low-income Delaware families build financial stability, with offices on West 10th Street in Wilmington. Programs include credit counseling, tax preparation, and community organizing. Fathers can call to schedule counseling appointments during weekday business hours. Bring photo ID, pay stubs, bills, and any collection notices to make the intake meeting productive.
(302) 654-5024 · 100 W 10th St Suite 1006, Wilmington, DE 19801
Nonprofit developing affordable rental housing and providing tenant services for New Castle County residents, based on Shipley Street in Wilmington. Staff help fathers and families access available units, understand lease terms, and stabilize in new housing. Call during weekday hours to check current openings. Bring photo ID, pay stubs or benefits letters, and references from prior landlords for the application.
(302) 472-9600 · 618 Shipley St, Wilmington, DE 19801
Nonprofit creating affordable housing and helping Delaware families transition from homelessness to stability, operating from North Shipley Street in Wilmington. Services include permanent supportive housing, case management, and resident programming. Fathers in the pipeline for units should bring photo ID, income verification, and referral paperwork from case managers or shelter partners to the intake appointment.
(302) 652-3991 · 613 N Shipley St, Wilmington, DE 19801