National Volunteer Month
Meals on Wheels does more than connect seniors with meals. It connects volunteers with their neighbors to create fulfilling, meaningful and fun experiences that go both ways. You may even meet your match and find someone with interests, hobbies or a sense of humor that complements your own.
With your help, we’re able to address this growing epidemic. Here’s a snapshot of our Meals on Wheels network.
Looking for a meaningful way to give back this April? When you volunteer with seniors in your community, you’re doing more than delivering meals — you’re building relati...
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For Seth Malott, delivering meals is about more than a weekly routine — it’s about community support for seniors. Inspired by the Lakota value of caring for one another, S...
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For Ray Hussein, veterans volunteering in their community is more than an idea — it’s a continuation of a lifetime of service. After retiring from the Air Force, Ray found...
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After retiring from 26 years of teaching kindergarten, Sara Bealer found a new calling with Meals on Wheels. For 20 years, she’s delivered meals — and friendship — to se...
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Government funding is not enough to meet the growing demand for Meals on Wheels services, and only 1% of philanthropic donations support senior causes. As a result, too many of our aging neighbors are waiting for the help they need. We’re working to change that. Your generosity fuels our efforts to get Meals on Wheels to every senior who needs it. Learn how your donation is part of a proven, effective solution trusted by communities across the country.
Meals on Wheels America supports the nationwide network of community-based programs dedicated to addressing senior hunger and isolation. Through nutritious meals, friendly visits and safety checks, these programs help millions of older adults maintain their independence and well-being.
