Find the Right LACC Program Before You Visit
Latin American Community Center (LACC), also known locally as El Centro Latino, is a nonprofit community organization serving Wilmington and New Castle County through education, family support, childcare, youth programs, adult learning, employment assistance, immigration services, financial coaching, senior programs and health-related outreach.
The main front desk is at 403 N. Van Buren Street, Wilmington, DE 19805. Because LACC operates several nearby buildings and a New Castle early-learning center, confirm your program location before traveling.
Information reviewed October 30, 2026. Program enrollment, appointment availability, class schedules and service eligibility can change.
Which LACC Location Do You Need?
| Location | Address | Best Starting Point For |
|---|---|---|
| Main Building | 403 N. Van Buren Street Wilmington, DE 19805 |
Main front desk, community programs, youth and education-related services and general referrals. |
| Manuelita Olson Building | 301 N. Harrison Street Wilmington, DE 19805 |
Several Life Empowerment, prevention and community-support services. Confirm the exact program before arrival. |
| La Fiesta II | 402 N. Van Buren Street Wilmington, DE 19805 |
Infant and toddler early-learning services. |
| La Fiesta III | 239 Christiana Road New Castle, DE 19720 |
Early childhood services for children from infancy through preschool age. |
What Help Can You Get at the Latin American Community Center?
ESL, digital-literacy classes and citizenship/civics preparation for qualifying adult learners.
Family-based immigration support, naturalization, adjustment of status, consular processing, work authorization, TPS, DACA and related services.
Infant, toddler and preschool programs, including Spanish-language and bilingual learning environments.
Before- and after-school care, summer camp, homework help, mentoring, STEM enrichment, college and scholarship support.
Resume preparation, job applications, interview skills, job-search assistance and connections to adult education.
Case management, domestic-violence assistance, victim advocacy, crisis support and other family-oriented services.
Free Stand By Me Hispano financial coaching and workshops covering budgeting, credit, banking and financial goals.
HIV prevention/testing, substance-use prevention, Healthy Homes education, lead prevention and other outreach.
Los Abuelos connects adults age 60+ with health education, activities, referrals and selected food-support opportunities.
LACC connects clients with food assistance and other resources. Availability and eligibility can vary, so contact the center before visiting.
Visitors looking for another nonprofit model that combines education, food support, employment assistance and community services may also find the Jubilee Park & Community Center visitor guide useful for comparison.
ESL, Computer & Citizenship Classes
LACC’s Adult Education program serves adults who need English-language, digital-literacy or citizenship preparation. Its official adult-education page says the ESL program is for adults 16 and older who are not enrolled in a K–12 school system and who have limited English proficiency.
The current LACC page lists ESL as free and says Delaware residency is required. Students complete an intake process and language assessment so they can be placed at the appropriate level.
How to Start Adult Education
- Call 302-494-9545 or the main LACC number at 302-655-7338.
- Say whether you need ESL, computer skills or citizenship preparation.
- Ask when the next enrollment cycle starts and whether the class is virtual or in person.
- Complete the required intake and English-level assessment if enrolling in ESL.
- Confirm the exact class dates, technology requirements and study materials.
Immigration Services: What LACC Handles
LACC states that its immigration program is recognized by the U.S. Department of Justice. The program currently lists a $50 consultation fee.
| Service Listed by LACC | Important Note |
|---|---|
| Adjustment of status | Contact the program to confirm eligibility and required documents. |
| Consular processing | Appointment and case-specific paperwork may be required. |
| Family reunification / petitions | Family-based immigration matters are listed among the services. |
| Employment authorization | LACC lists work-authorization assistance. |
| TPS | Temporary Protected Status assistance is listed. |
| DACA | DACA assistance is listed on the current program page. |
| Naturalization | Citizenship preparation is also available through adult education. |
| Employment-based visa petitions | LACC specifically says it does not provide this service. |
Early Childhood Care: Infants, Toddlers & Preschool
LACC operates two early-learning centers in Wilmington and one in New Castle. Infant and toddler classrooms are taught in Spanish, while preschool classrooms use Spanish and English instruction.
The official program page currently lists Early Childhood Services hours as Monday–Friday, 6:45 AM–5:30 PM.
| Center | Location | Enrollment Contact |
|---|---|---|
| La Fiesta I / Wilmington preschool services | 403 N. Van Buren St., Wilmington | Wilmington learning centers: 302-295-2166 |
| La Fiesta II · infants & toddlers | 402 N. Van Buren St., Wilmington | |
| La Fiesta III · approximately 6 weeks–5 years | 239 Christiana Rd., New Castle | 302-442-7705 |
LACC lists several payment/enrollment pathways, including Delaware Purchase of Care and private tuition. Families who do not qualify for Purchase of Care may have other fee arrangements available. Ask the enrollment coordinator for the current rate and eligibility calculation rather than relying on an old tuition table.
Before-School, After-School & Summer Programs
LACC’s school-age programs serve children from kindergarten through sixth grade. The official page lists before/after-school care and full-day summer programming, with care generally available from 6:45 AM–5:30 PM.
Activities include homework assistance, mentoring, arts and crafts, sports, enrichment and family-engagement activities. LACC also operates a summer camp with academic and recreational components.
For older students, the Youth Achievement Center serves ages 12–18 with homework support, college/job/scholarship applications, mentoring, STEM activities, arts, sports and community-service opportunities.
Parents comparing wraparound youth programming with other multilingual community facilities can also review the Northside Community Center guide, which covers after-school programming and bilingual community-assistance services.
Job Search & Workforce Development
The Workforce Development Program helps clients prepare for employment. The current program description includes:
- Creating or improving a resume.
- Help completing online job applications.
- Explaining or translating English job descriptions.
- Interview preparation and practice.
- Connections to English, computer and citizenship classes when those skills are a barrier to employment.
- Periodic job fairs and interview workshops.
Workforce contact: 302-655-7338 or 302-494-7518.
Free Financial Coaching Through Stand By Me Hispano
LACC participates in Stand By Me Hispano, a financial-empowerment program designed around the needs of Latino immigrant households.
The official LACC page describes the coaching as free and confidential. Topics can include budgeting, banking in the United States, credit, avoiding predatory financial services, homeownership and longer-term financial goals.
Contact: 302-655-7338 or 302-377-9656.
Family Support, Domestic Violence & Victim Services
LACC’s family-support programs include short-term case management, domestic-violence assistance, victim advocacy and other support designed to help individuals and families stabilize difficult situations.
The domestic-violence program describes bilingual and bicultural services for survivors, including case management, therapy, support and legal-service connections. LACC also runs a Mujeres Poderosas support group for Hispanic women in Delaware.
The Victims of Crime program can help participants understand victim rights, connect with compensation resources, prepare forms, receive court-related support and obtain referrals.
Visitors looking specifically for broad community-support models can also compare the support, counseling and social-program structure described in our Jewish Community Center programs guide.
HIV Testing & Prevention Services
LACC’s HIV Early Intervention Program currently advertises free and confidential HIV testing, with results available in about 20 minutes. It also provides free condoms and referrals for PrEP prevention services.
Program contacts: 302-580-7078 or 302-580-7079.
LACC also lists substance-use prevention outreach, Healthy Homes education, lead-poisoning prevention and radon-awareness resources under Prevention and Advocacy.
Los Abuelos: Services for Adults 60+
Los Abuelos is LACC’s program for Latino adults age 60 and older. Activities can include health education, exercise, lectures, recreation, celebrations and connections to other needed services.
The program also describes food distribution for qualifying New Castle County residents age 60+. Food boxes are free for eligible participants, but income and age requirements apply.
If your main goal is to compare older-adult activities, meal programs, transportation questions or benefit-related community services, our Senior Community Center guide explains the checks that matter before joining a local senior program.
Food Assistance & Resource Referrals
LACC identifies an emergency food closet and food-support programs among its community resources. It does not publish one permanent public pickup schedule covering every food program.
Best approach: call 302-655-7338 before visiting and ask:
- Is food assistance available today?
- Which location should I use?
- Do I need an appointment?
- Are there New Castle County, age or income requirements?
- What identification or household information should I bring?
Do not make a special trip based only on an older food-distribution flyer because dates, inventory and eligibility can change.
First-Time Visitor Plan
Choose childcare, ESL, immigration, employment, financial coaching, senior help, health testing or another service.
Start with 302-655-7338 unless a program-specific number is listed.
Ask whether you need Van Buren Street, Harrison Street or a separate early-learning site.
Ask what identification, income, residency, school, immigration or enrollment paperwork applies to your service.
Use LACC’s official application, appointment or registration process and keep your confirmation.
Parking, Directions & Accessibility
The main visitor address is 403 N. Van Buren Street, Wilmington, DE 19805, in Wilmington’s Hilltop area.
LACC’s current website does not publish a clear universal visitor-parking capacity or parking policy covering every building. If parking availability or accessible entry is important for your visit, call the front desk before leaving and ask which entrance and parking area should be used for your specific appointment.
Events & Community Activities
LACC holds cultural, educational and fundraising activities throughout the year, including its long-running Grand Ball and Hispanic Heritage Month-related programming.
Event information can become outdated quickly. Before attending a festival, scholarship event, job fair or fundraiser, use LACC’s current event page to confirm the date, venue, admission rules and whether registration is required.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the Latin American Community Center in Wilmington?
The main Latin American Community Center building is at 403 N. Van Buren Street, Wilmington, DE 19805. LACC also operates the Manuelita Olson Building at 301 N. Harrison Street and separate early-learning locations.
What are the Latin American Community Center hours?
LACC currently lists its main front desk as open Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Individual classes, childcare programs, appointments and other services can follow different schedules.
What is the LACC phone number?
The main Latin American Community Center phone number is 302-655-7338. Some programs also publish direct numbers for enrollment or specialized services.
Does LACC offer English classes?
Yes. LACC offers ESL classes through its Adult Education program. The official page states that eligible ESL classes are free and require Delaware residency. Contact 302-494-9545 to confirm the current enrollment cycle and class schedule.
Does the Latin American Community Center provide immigration help?
Yes. LACC lists family-based immigration services including adjustment of status, consular processing, family reunification, employment authorization, TPS, DACA and naturalization. The current immigration page lists a $50 consultation fee and states that LACC does not handle employment-based visa petitions.
Does LACC offer childcare and preschool?
Yes. LACC operates early-learning programs for infants, toddlers and preschool-age children at Wilmington and New Castle locations. The current Early Childhood Services page lists program hours as Monday through Friday from 6:45 AM to 5:30 PM.
Does LACC have after-school and summer programs?
Yes. LACC provides before- and after-school programming for children in kindergarten through sixth grade, summer camp and separate middle/high-school programs including its Youth Achievement Center.
Can LACC help me find a job?
LACC’s Workforce Development Program helps with resumes, job applications, job-search preparation and interview skills. It can also connect participants with English, computer and citizenship classes when those skills affect employment.
Does LACC provide free HIV testing?
Yes. The HIV Early Intervention Program currently advertises free, confidential HIV testing with results in about 20 minutes, plus prevention education, condoms and PrEP referrals. Call 302-580-7078 or 302-580-7079.
Does LACC have programs for seniors?
Yes. Los Abuelos serves adults age 60 and older through health education, activities, service connections and selected food-support programs. Eligibility requirements can apply to food distribution and other assistance.
Official Links for Final Actions
- LACC official locations, front-desk hours and contact information
- Complete LACC service directory
- Early Childhood Services and enrollment
- School-age programs and enrollment
- Immigration-services consultation request
- Health, HIV and prevention programs
Use LACC directly for final eligibility decisions, appointments, childcare enrollment, immigration consultations, confidential health services and document submission.