Wilmington, Delaware – The Latin American Community Center (LACC) hosted a Ribbon Cutting and Playground Dedication Ceremony on Friday, April 21st 2023 to celebrate the completion of the agency’s new Infant and Toddler Center. The Infant and Toddler Center is a 2.5-story, 15,000-square-foot center located at 402 North Van Buren Street in Wilmington. The building consists of 12 classrooms, creating 108 childcare slots as well as 30 new permanent jobs. The Infant and Toddler Center is also home to a first-of-its kind rooftop playground. During the ceremony the LACC dedicated this playground to Governor John Carney and Tracey Quillen Carney in recognition of their commitment to Delaware’s Children.
Attendees at the Ribbon Cutting and Playground Dedication Ceremony included Senator Chris Coons, Senator Tom Carper, Lt. Bethany Hall-Long, city-and state-level elected officials, including DE State Treasurer Colleen Davies, Mayor of Wilmington Michael Purzycki and the New Castle County Executive Matt Meyer, and project supporters. This new building is an achievement of the LACC in increasing access to high-quality early childhood education for Wilmington’s children
(Photo and video credits: HOY en Delaware)
————- About Latin American Community CenterThe LACC is a nonprofit, community-based organization that has been committed to meeting the needs of Latinos in Delaware since 1969. The agency provides a continuum of integrated programs that promote achievement and an enhanced quality of life. The mission of the LACC is to empower the Latino community through education, advocacy, partnerships, and exceptional services. The agency’s vision is a thriving Latino community.
