News Releases & PSAs

SHORE UP! Inc. has announced the appointment of Elmira Whittington Brown to serve as chief financial officer for the Community Action Agency. A native of Crisfield, Md., Brown has worked over 30 years in the field, with all of her experience gained at SHORE UP! She replaces former administrator of Fiscal Management, Bruce Wharton, who […]

SHORE UP!  Inc. has launched a partnership with Queen Anne’s, Wicomico, Worcester and Somerset Departments of Social Services (DSS) to aid county residents in financial literacy and GED attainment. The effort is a part of the agency’s Two Generation (2Gen) Whole Family Approach program. According to Kaleel Neal, program coordinator, 2Gen helps individuals and families […]

SHORE UP! Inc. is partnering with Streets Incorporated and Life Changing Ministries to offer Thanksgiving baskets to low-income families. The two organizations will provide holiday dinners to some of the agency’s Foster Grandparents and to families in the Head Start and Early Head Start program. “There are a number of families in our service area […]

SHORE UP! Inc. is dedicated to “helping people and changing lives.” One way the Community Action Agency accomplishes their mission is through its Weatherization program. The program assists eligible low to moderate income households in increasing energy efficiency, ultimately lowering energy costs. This type of energy improvement is the main reason why SHORE UP! was […]

SHORE UP! Inc. officially began virtual learning Tuesday, Sept. 8, and staff members have been busy providing tablets and lunches for the families. Friday, Sept. 4, 2020 marked the first day that SHORE UP! provided bagged lunches to the families of Early Head Start and Head Start students in all of the agency’s service areas, […]

SHORE UP! Inc. has recently received funding that will allow the agency to assist individuals or families who are experiencing difficulties as a result of COVID-19. Recipients must be low to moderate income, or up to 200% of the poverty level. They must also reside in Somerset, Wicomico, Worcester or Queen Anne’s counties. SHORE UP! […]

Children in SHORE UP! Inc.’s Head Start and Early Head Start programs will begin the school year Tuesday, Sept. 8 with virtual learning. Teachers will report to their respective facilities to conduct classes online. All families will be provided the necessary equipment and healthy food options to ensure a successful experience. “SHORE UP! Inc. works […]

SHORE UP! Inc. is currently accepting applications for its Early Head Start and Head Start programs. Click here to apply. You may also receive a hard copy application by calling 410-749-1142 ext. 341. With 13 centers on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, these programs offer a unique foundation for family success. SHORE UP!’s Head Start and Early […]

SHORE UP! Inc.’s Head Start and Early Head Start Centers are set to host Recruitment Days from Aug. 26 through Sept. 3. During Recruitment Day, interested families can register for the agency’s Head Start and Early Head Start programs. Vendors will also be in attendance. Recruitment Day attendees may meet with the vendors and drop […]

SHORE UP! Inc. reminds residents in Wicomico, Worcester and Somerset counties that now is the opportune time for eligible individuals to apply for Energy assistance. The Community Action Agency’s Home Energy programs provide financial support to eligible individuals and families with paying current and delinquent electric bills. The Energy Assistance program is year round; however, customers […]