At Girls Inc. of Delaware, we inspire girls to be Strong, Smart, and Bold™. Our Out-of-School Time (OST) programs are free for families and take place at our Wilmington Center on Saturdays, with extended opportunities during school breaks and summer.
Through the Girls Inc. Experience, our professionally trained staff and volunteers provide mentorship, safe spaces, and programs that address the unique challenges girls face and are proven to help girls succeed.
Find the right program for your girl!
Bold Beginnings (K–3rd Grades)
Schedule: 2nd Saturday of each month • November 8, 2025 – May 9, 2026 • 9:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Summer Session: Smart Start Academy • July 6 – August 14, 2026 • 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Overview:
Bold Beginnings introduces girls in kindergarten through 3rd grade to the joy of reading, problem-solving, and healthy living. Through storytelling, creative writing, active play, and wellness activities, girls strengthen early literacy and numeracy while practicing fairness, kindness, and teamwork. The program builds confidence, emotional intelligence, and respect, setting the foundation for lifelong learning and leadership
Bright Futures (4th–5th Grades)
Schedule: 2nd Saturday of each month • November 8, 2025 – May 9, 2026 • 9:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Summer Session: Smart Start Academy • July 6 – August 14, 2026 • 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Overview:
Bright Futures helps 4th–5th grade girls strengthen critical thinking, problem-solving, and financial literacy while building leadership and teamwork. Through STEM inquiry, creative budgeting activities, and collaborative projects, girls learn to persevere, communicate ideas, and use knowledge and creativity to solve real-world challenges
She Leads (6th–8th Grades)
Schedule: 3rd Saturday of each month • November 15, 2025 – June 20, 2026 • 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Spring Break Session: Sporting Chance • April 6 – April 10, 2026
Summer Session: Bold Camp • July 6 – July 16, 2026
Overview:
She Leads empowers middle school girls to build resilience, leadership, and advocacy skills. Girls analyze media messages, practice self-advocacy, and design campaigns addressing real issues in their schools and communities. Through sports, wellness workshops, and Project BOLD self-defense training, girls strengthen decision-making, empathy, and integrity while learning to lead with courage
Project Dream Bold (9th–10th Grades)
Schedule: One Saturday each month (Nov. 2025 – June 2026) • 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Overview:
Project Dream Bold introduces high school girls to early career exploration with a foundation in STEM and AI literacy. Participants engage in leadership and advocacy projects, hear from guest speakers, and take experiential trips to Dover and Washington, D.C. The program culminates in a capstone experience that showcases their growth in leadership and vision for the future.
Project Accelerate (11th–College, Ages 16–24)
Schedule: One Saturday each month (Nov. 2025 – June. 2026) • 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Overview:
Project Accelerate prepares older teens and young women for college and workforce success. Participants gain advanced workforce development skills, practice networking and interviewing, and receive 1:1 mentorship. Enrichment includes guest speakers and trips to Dover and Washington, D.C., ensuring girls graduate ready to pursue their academic, career, and leadership goals.
All programs will take place at the Girls Inc of Delaware Dennision Center located at 1201 North Orange Street, Suite 100, Wilmington, Delaware 19801