Honoring Women. Empowering Girls.
Join Us For The 32nd Strong Smart & Bold Award Luncheon!
Thursday, April 9, 2026 | The Chase Center on the Riverfront, Wilmington, Delaware
Girls Inc. of Delaware proudly presents the 32nd Strong Smart & Bold Awards Luncheon, an inspiring celebration honoring women who lead with courage, confidence, and purpose.
The awards recognize outstanding women whose lives reflect the Girls Inc. mission and values and who serve as role models for girls across our state.
Through this signature event, we celebrate women who break barriers, uplift their communities, and open doors for the next generation of leaders. Proceeds from the luncheon directly support Girls Inc. programs that help girls build confidence, explore careers in STEM, and develop the skills they need to grow up healthy, educated, and independent.
Join us as we honor extraordinary women and invest in the future of Delaware’s girls.
Tickets
Be part of an afternoon of recognition, inspiration, and empowerment as we celebrate the 2026 Strong, Smart, Bold, and Alumnae Award recipients.
Event Schedule
11:30 a.m. Registration and Networking
12:15 p.m. Program Begins
12:30 p.m. Lunch Service
1:00 p.m. Keynote Presentation
1:30 p.m. Awards and Presentations
2:15 p.m. Closing Remarks
Ticket Options
Early Bird Ticket: $85 (available through February 1, 2026)
Regular Ticket: $100
Table of 10: $1,000
Purchase Tickets:
Sponsorships
The Strong, Smart, and Bold Awards Luncheon offers a meaningful opportunity for companies and community partners to join Girls Inc. of Delaware in advancing our mission. Sponsorships help ensure that girls across the state have access to programs that prepare them to lead with confidence and create lasting change in their schools, communities, and careers.
Each sponsor level includes event recognition, digital visibility, and opportunities for employee engagement.
Ready to sponsor?
Process a Digital Sponsorship Payment:
For custom partnership opportunities, contact
Wenona Sutton, Executive Director
email wsutton@girlsincde.org or call 302-575-1041
Awards & Nominations
The Delaware Strong, Smart, and Bold Awards Luncheon recognizes women who embody the mission and values of Girls Inc. of Delaware. These awards celebrate women who demonstrate excellence in leadership, advocacy, service, and community impact.
The Strong, Smart & Bold Award recipients are selected by the event committee following a thoughtful nomination and review process that ensures honorees reflect the spirit and strength of the Girls Inc. mission.
The Strong Award
2026 Strong Honoree
To be announced.
The Smart Award
2026 Smart Honoree
To be announced.
The Bold Award
2026 Bold Honoree
To be announced.
The Girls Inc. Alumnae Award
Make a Nomination Today!
The Girls Inc. Alumnae Award honors a former Girls Inc. participant who exemplifies the organization’s mission in her personal and professional life. This award recognizes a woman who continues to lead boldly, uplift others, and inspire the next generation of girls.
Nominations are now open for the Girls Inc. Alumnae Award.
Help us celebrate the impact of our alumnae by submitting a nomination for a woman who is making a difference in her community and beyond.
