CALLING ALL CHANGEMAKERS

Since 1974, Meals on Wheels America has hosted an annual convening of senior nutrition program leaders from across the country for hyper-relevant and immersive learning, inspiring keynotes and stimulating networking designed to connect, align and reinvigorate this powerful and passionate network. We hope you'll join us in person at the beautiful JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort this August!

OUR 2023 FOCUS AREAS

We invite senior nutrition program leaders from across the country to join us to connect with one another, enrich yourself professionally, learn actionable insights and skills to not only advance and support your organizations, but increase your community impact.

Reaching unserved older adults – Meals on Wheels programs have been a mainstay in communities, addressing senior hunger and isolation for more than 50 years. Despite our prevalence, we know there are still older adults we cannot reach, whether due to operational and funding limitations, gaps in data, and/or a lack of awareness, trust or relevance within unserved populations. Together, we will explore ways to expand capacity and optimize resources to reach all older adults in need – now and into the future.
Integrating nutrition and health – In line with a key focus of the 2022 White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health, we must prioritize the role of nutrition and food security in overall health. Meals on Wheels programs are well positioned to work hand-in-hand with our health care system and other community partners to advance a more comprehensive and inclusive approach to meeting the needs of seniors. To remain relevant and competitive in this space, we must continue to hone our client-centered approach, service model, value proposition and readiness to engage.
Collaborating at all levels – Whether it’s across communities, regions, or sectors, we can reach more seniors in increasingly effective ways when we work together. Within the network, we need to harness our strength to expand our influence, build brand awareness, leverage purchasing power, demonstrate our collective impact and more. Beyond the network, we need to further identify our allies, fortify our public-private partnership and explore innovative partnerships that will carry Meals on Wheels into the future.

Will you connect, grow and lead with us this August?

REGISTRATION OPENING IN SPRING 2023

Our Annual Conference is designed for leaders and staff of nonprofit organizations, governmental agencies and tribal organizations engaged directly in the provision of meals and/or nutrition services to seniors.

If your organization is not currently a Member of Meals on Wheels America, we encourage you to join to take full advantage of our 2023 event. Learn more about the benefits of annual Membership for your entire organization here.

REGISTRATION PRICING

Full registration will include all planned meals and events beginning with the Meet and Greet Reception at 4:00 p.m. PT on Wednesday, August 16 and concluding at 12:00 p.m. PT on Saturday, August 19. Our Pre-Conference Intensive Workshops in the afternoon on Wednesday, August 16 will require an additional registration fee of $80. Single day rates will be available when registration opens.

2023 MEMBER RATES	EARLY BIRD THROUGH JULY 1	AFTER JULY 1	ON SITE
Full Registration - Individual	$675	$725	$775
Full Registration - Group*	$625	$675	$725

*Two or more registrants from the same program, if registered together

2023 HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICY

CANCELLATION POLICY

Written requests for refunds or substitutions must be sent to mealsonwheelsregistration@conferencemanagers.com. Prior to July 21, 2023, you will receive a 75% refund of your conference registration fee. No refunds will be issued on or after July 21, 2023. In lieu of a refund, registration substitutions are allowed for a $50 processing fee.

If you receive a COVID-19 diagnosis within two weeks of the event or are exhibiting related symptoms, or are unable to meet the requirements of our Health and Safety Protocols and Policies in effect at the time of Conference, please contact us at mealsonwheelsregistration@conferencemanagers.com so that we can work directly with you on cancellation or substitution.

The conference registration fee is non-refundable in the event of cancellation of the meeting due to circumstances beyond the control of Meals on Wheels America. Payments for optional events are non-refundable.

BOOK YOUR DISCOUNTED ROOM TODAY

PHOENIX AWAITS

All 2023 Conference events will be held at the newly revitalized AAA 4-Diamond JW Marriott® Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa surrounded by unrivaled Sonoran Desert vistas and majestic mountain views. Discounted rooms start at just $159/night plus taxes and a $20/night resort fee and will expire on July 21, 2023, or sooner if we reach capacity.

Reserve online or by calling 1-888-236-2427. In order to receive the special group rate over the phone, you must mention that you are with the Meals on Wheels Annual Conference.

Reservations must be cancelled 7 days prior to arrival in order to avoid a penalty of one night’s room and tax to the method of payment used to guarantee the room reservation.

For more information about the physical features of accessible rooms, common areas or special services relating to a specific disability, please call 1-480-293-5000.

TRAVEL INFORMATION

BY CAR

Address: 5350 East Marriott Drive, Phoenix, AZ 85054

On-site Parking: $23/day
Valet Parking: $39/day

BY PLANE

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is 22 miles from the property
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport is 60 miles from the property

SPONSOR AND EXHIBITOR OPPORTUNITIES

SHOWCASE YOUR BRAND, PRODUCTS AND SERVICES WITH AN AUDIENCE SEEKING SOLUTIONS

2023 Sponsors and Exhibitors will have opportunities to meet face-to-face with community changemakers, reconnect with current clients, glean business insights, and demonstrate products and services to a national audience of Meals on Wheels professionals. We hope you’ll join us in Phoenix!

Our 2023 Prospectus is coming soon. To learn more in the meantime, please contact Joe Klein, Development Manager, at joe.klein@mealsonwheelsamerica.org.