Shaped by History & Anchored in Nature

As Fort DuPont honors the past and shapes the future, we invite you to join our community. This newsletter shares events and updates that connect Delaware City and celebrate our area’s rich history and natural beauty.

Serving Our Neighbors

In December, the Delaware City Lions Club packed holiday food baskets on Dec. 18 and delivered them on Dec. 20. Fort DuPont staff were proud to assist with both efforts, supporting local families during the holiday season.

Tall stacks of canned goods on cardboard pallets in a room, ready for distribution or donation.
Two people take a selfie in a room filled with long rows of open cardboard boxes while others work in the background at a packing drive.
Group of seven volunteers posing in a room with large windows, standing behind empty brown donation boxes and a row of canned goods on the right side.

Home at the Fort: Holiday Giving Campaign

The Friends of Fort DuPont are resharing their Home at the Fort giving campaign as a reminder of the importance of community support.

Your gift does more than support events on the Parade Ground. It helps power the work that happens every day behind the scenes, from caring for open spaces and trails to preserving historic buildings and expanding access to arts, cultural and nature programs. These efforts are what make Fort DuPont feel like home.

Your donation helps to:

  • Offer accessible arts, cultural and nature programs for the community
  • Restore and preserve historic buildings and landscapes
  • Care for open spaces, trails and gathering areas across the campus

Every gift, large or small, helps safeguard Fort DuPont’s past while building its future. During a season centered on connection and generosity, your support ensures this place continues to bring people together.

How to give:
Text FORTDUPONT to 5355, or donate online.

About Friends of Fort DuPont:

The Friends of Fort DuPont is a nonprofit dedicated to preserving Fort DuPont’s beauty and history while building a vibrant, community-driven future. We support revitalization through arts, culture, and shared events that connect neighbors and celebrate Delaware City.

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Supporting the Delaware City Food Closet

The Delaware City Rotary Club continues to support the Delaware City Food Closet through an online fundraiser. Donations help keep shelves stocked for families in need, especially during the winter months.

Community Happenings

At the Library

There is always something happening at the Delaware City Library. From children’s programs and teen activities to crafts, workshops and community events, the library offers opportunities for all ages to learn, create and connect.

Visit the library’s events page to see upcoming programs and activities:

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At the Park

Take advantage of crisp winter days with a visit to Fort DuPont State Park. Enjoy the Fort DuPont Battery Hike and explore seasonal programs offered throughout the park.
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Around the City

Stay connected with local events and community updates through the Delaware City Newsletter.
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