Every year, Meals on Wheels serves over 2 million seniors, but that’s only a fraction of those waiting for help. At Meals on Wheels America, we have a plan to End the Wait and ensure that every senior who needs Meals on Wheels, gets it. And we need your help.
It's Time to End The Wait
We’ve all experienced being put on hold. The annoying music, the automated message — it’s excruciating. And right now, America’s seniors are on hold, waiting for nutritious meals and moments of connection.
Did you know only 1% of philanthropic donations in the U.S. goes toward senior causes? Every day, seniors in your community struggle with hunger and isolation, but your gift can help change that. Donate and become part of the solution.
Federal funding has not kept pace with the growing senior population or rising need. Funding cuts to essential programs like ours pose significant threats to Americans’ health and well-being, jeopardizing the support seniors rely on. Take action today and help programs like ours continue to provide vital support.
From nutritious meals to moments of connection and more, great things happen when we help those in need in our local communities. Sign up to volunteer today and help End the Wait for vulnerable seniors facing loneliness, hunger and isolation every day.
Our Strategic Plan to Serve More Seniors
For more than 50 years, Meals on Wheels has remained the most effective and financially responsible solution to address senior hunger and isolation. However, we’re left waiting too — for more government funding, donations and volunteers. Explore our big, bold plan to End the Wait and ensure every senior who needs Meals on Wheels gets it.
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