For more than 60 years, SHORE UP! has been a pillar of support for Maryland’s Eastern Shore, meeting the evolving needs of local communities through critical services and a wide range of programs — from early education programming to housing, food support, and more. Delmarva Power proudly partners with SHORE UP! to deliver meaningful energy assistance where it’s needed most.

“Our partnership with Delmarva Power has never been a one-way relationship,” said Dr. Tyrone Chase, Executive Director of SHORE UP! “We work together, out in the community, to support families holistically, connecting them to services and long-term energy-saving solutions.”

This collaboration is especially visible during our joint energy assistance events, where customers can meet the real people behind their utility provider. We partnered on January 31, National Energy Assistance Day, to connect 200 Wicomico County residents to assistance programs.

Delmarva Power representatives, like Senior Community Relations Specialist Gerald Hinton, greet attendees, explain available resources, and offer personalized guidance. “We are proud of our long-standing partnership with SHORE UP! Together, we are committed to enhancing the quality of life for our community by ensuring everyone has the support they need to manage their energy needs effectively.”

By meeting residents where they are, SHORE UP! and Delmarva Power help ease financial anxieties, empower customers through education, and create a welcoming space to learn about programs that can reduce energy burdens. “Education is a big piece of this,” Dr. Chase emphasized. “The more people understand how to conserve energy and save money, the stronger our communities become.”

To learn more about our energy assistance programs and which you may qualify for, visit delmarva.com/AssistanceFinder.