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.
Meals on Wheels providers are waiting, too, for federal funding to catch up with the needs of seniors across the country. Tell Congress to increase funding for Meals on Wheels and End the Wait today.
Advocate
Senior hunger is an urgent crisis in America. Right now, millions of seniors — like MeMaw, Auntie, Abuelo and Gramps — are waiting for nutritious meals and moments of connection. As demand for services continues to grow, local Meals on Wheels providers are working tirelessly to meet the need, but too many seniors are still left without the help they deserve.
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. Connecting with seniors through Meals on Wheels is about much more than delivering meals. It’s fulfilling and fun, for them and you.
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.
Meals on Wheels providers are waiting too for federal funding to catch up with the needs of seniors across the country. Across the country, too many older adults are waiting for meals and connection. As demand continues to rise, Meals on Wheels providers are doing everything they can — but they can’t do it alone.
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