DELHI CENTER

FAMILY ECONOMIC SUCCESS (FES) PROGRAM: DELHI CENTER PROVIDES A FULL RANGE OF SUPPORT AND EDUCATIONAL SERVICES TO BUILD FINANCIAL STABILITY BY HELPING FAMILIES AND INDIVIDUALS CREATE STEP-BY-STEP PLANS TO TACKLE THEIR UNIQUE NEEDS IN ORDER TO REDUCE DEBT, INCREASE INCOME, IMPROVE CREDIT SCORES AND MANAGE CREDIT, BUILD ASSETS, INCREASE SAVINGS, AND ENHANCE FINANCIAL KNOWLEDGE. REFERRALS ARE MADE TO FREE NONPROFIT PARTNERS IN A VARIETY OF AREAS, INCLUDING LEGAL ADVICE, STUDENT FINANCIAL AID, FAIR HOUSING, AFFORDABLE HOUSING, HOME BUYING HELP, ETC. THE PROGRAM ALSO PROVIDES EDUCATION AND COMPLAINT RESOLUTION REGARDING PHONE AND UTILITY BILLS TO CONSUMER WHO ARE NOT PROFICIENT IN ENGLISH, WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT, BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT, AND ACCESS TO LEGITIMATE BANKING SERVICES.FOOD PANTRY AND DISTRIBUTION: DELHI PROVIDES BOTH FOOD DISTRIBUTION AND FOOD PANTRY TO THE COMMUNITY SIX DAYS A WEEK. THIS SERVICES STARTED DURING THE PANDEMIC AND CONTINUES WITH FUNDING FROM THE CITY OF SANTA ANAS FEDERAL PANDEMIC FUNDING. PRIOR TO THE PANDEMIC, DELHI OFFERED FOOD DISTRIBUTION (2/MONTH) IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE SECOND HARVEST FOOD BANK AND CAPOC. SINCE THE COMMUNITY CONTINUES TO EXPERIENCE FOOD INSECURITY DELHI USES ITS FLEXIBILITY AND PARTNERSHIPS TO MEET THE COMMUNITY NEEDS. DELIH CONTINUES TO EVALUATE HOW BEST TO MEET THIS IMMEDIATE CRISIS NEED TO SUPPORT THE LONGTERM NEEDS OF THIS COMMUNITY. IN 2022 OVER 13,000 UNDUPLICATED HOUSEHOLDS WERE SERVED, OR OVER 43,000 INDIVIDUALS. Since 2017, The T.E.L.L. Program (Teens Engaged in Leadership and Learning) has been a transformative, year-long initiative designed for underserved teens aged 14-19. The program equips young adults with essential professional soft skills, hands-on experience, and the guidance they need to thrive in all areas of lifecareer, finances, social, emotional, and more. Through mentorships, internships, workshops, and leadership opportunities, participants build confidence, develop social skills, and gain knowledge they later share with school-aged children during camp sessions. By mentoring younger children, our teens grow as leaders while fostering a sense of responsibility and community engagement. By the programs conclusion, teens emerge as confident, empowered young leaders with a robust support system to help them pursue their goals and navigate their futures effectively.MATHLETICS: A STEM BASED SUMMER AND WINTER CAMP FOR ELEMENTARY AND INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL STUDENTS. VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS; END-OF-CAMP PRODUCTION, MATH AND SCIENCE FAIR; FREE BREAKFAST, LUNCH, AND SNACKS OFFERED DURING ONE-WEEK WINTER BREAK TO YOUTH AGES 5-13. COMMUNITY BUILDING INITIATIVE (CBI): CBI IS A MODEL DEVELOPED BY ST. JOSEPHS HOSPITAL COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP FUND TO WORK WITH AND TRAIN RESIDENCE TO ASSESS COMMUNITY NEEDS, SELECT A GOAL TO ADDRESS THOSE NEEDS, AND TAKE ACTION TO ACHIEVE THEIR GOALS. DELHI RESIDENTS ARE CURRENTLY WORKING TO IMPROVE THE PERCEPTION OF COMMUNITY SAFETY IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD THROUGH THREE STRATEGIES INCLUDING STRENGTHENING COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS, IMPROVING THE PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT, AND REDUCING THE PRESENCE OF SPEEDING, LOITERING, PUBLIC INTOXICATION, AND PUBLIC DRINKING AND/OR DRUG USE IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD. RESIDENCE HAVE BEEN INSTRUMENTAL IN ADDRESSING TRAFFIC CONCERNS, LOITERING, DRUG USE, GRAFFITI AND PUBLIC DRUNKENNESS BY COLLABORATING WITH THE POLICE DEPARTMENT AND OTHER CITY OFFICIALS.

LEISURE CLASSES: A VARIETY OF CLASSES ARE OFFERED IN VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS, INCLUDING BALLET, JAZZ, HIP HOP, SINGING, ARTS AND CRAFTS, ART ILLUSTRATION AND HEALTH AND FITNESS, INCLUDING ZUMBA, YOGA, BELLY DANCE, AND MARTIAL ARTS CONDUCTED BY CONTRACTED INSTRUCTORS FOR ALL AGES, PRESCHOOL TO SENIORS.COMPUTER CLASSES: CLASSES FOR ADULTS PROVIDED BY IN A VARIETY OF COMPUTER APPLICATIONS WITH A FOCUS ON ENHANCING EMPLOYABILITY.ESL (ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE) CLASSES: CLASSES FOR ADULTS PROVIDED BY SANTA ANA COLLEGE CENTENNIAL EDUCATION CENTER BASED ON STUDENTS ABILITIES AS DETERMINED BY PLACEMENT TESTING WITH A FOCUS ON ENHANCING EMPLOYABILITY.EDUCATIONAL SERVICES: DELHI CENTER OFFERS A WIDE RANGE OF EDUCATIONAL SERVICES FOR ALL AGES. HEAD START IS HOUSED WITHIN THE FACILITY AND A STRONG PARTNERSHIP WITH LOCAL SCHOOLS HELPS DELHI CENTER CONNECT PROGRAMS AND SERVICES WITH CHILDREN AND THEIR FAMILIES.The Delhi Center Literacy Program is rooted in our mission to end generational poverty by addressing its root causesstarting with literacy. Literacy is the stem from which all other opportunities for growth emerge, empowering students to think critically, learn effectively, and thrive in todays knowledge-driven society. Through one-on-one tutoring, after-school mentoring, non-school day literacy camps, and community book readings, the program bridges knowledge gaps and enhances academic outcomes. By strengthening skills in reading, writing, and communication, students gain confidence, overcome challenges, and build resilience. These essential tools enable them to break cycles of poverty and foster a renewed commitment to their education and their future.VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: VOLUNTEERS AND INTERNS ARE WELCOME AT DELHI CENTER WHERE THEY HAVE MANY OPPORTUNITIES TO DEVELOP JOB SKILLS AND TO GIVE BACK TO THEIR COMMUNITY. VOLUNTEERS HAVE ASSISTED BY PROVIDING SERVICES IN THE AREAS OF RECEPTIONIST, CUSTODIAN, SPECIAL EVENTS, CLEAN-UP PROJECTS, AFTER SCHOOL TUTORING AND MENTORING, SENIOR SERVICES, AND OTHER MEANINGFUL ACTIVITIES.INFORMATION AND REFERRALS: DELHI CENTER HAS LONG BEEN KNOWN AS A RESOURCE FOR INFORMATION AND REFERRALS FOR RESIDENTS TO CONNECT WITH A WIDE RANGE OF SOCIAL SERVICES AS WELL AS EDUCATIONAL AND JOB TRAINING RESOURCES. SERVICES ARE PROVIDED THROUGH A LARGE NETWORK OF COLLABORATIVE PARTNERS INCLUDING STATE, COUNTY, AND CITY AGENCIES, OTHER NON-PROFITS, COLLEGES, UNIVERSITIES, AND SCHOOL DISTRICTS, PRIVATE FOUNDATIONS, BUSINESS ORGANIZATIONS, AND OTHERSCOMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AND OUTREACH: DELHI IS INVOLVED IN VARIOUS PARTNERSHIPS THAT ARE FOCUSED ON IMPROVING THE INEQUITIES EXPERIENCED BY THE COMMUNITY. THIS INCLUDED PARTICIPATING IN THE FOLLOWING: COUNTYS EQUITY IN OC INTIATIVE, THE OC BUSINESS COUNCIL COMMUNITY ECONOMIC RESILIENCE FUND OUTREACH, THE STATES LISTO AND CCHP PROGRAM, FINDHELP OC NETWORK OF CARE, CALOPTIMAS COMMUNITY RESOURCE FAIRS AND CALOPTIMAS HEALTH EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS.