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Millions of seniors face hunger, isolation and other challenges that impact their health and well-being. Learn how Meals on Wheels helps address these growing issues.

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Meals on Wheels Waitlists

Every year, Meals on Wheels serves over 2 million seniors, but that’s only a fraction of those waiting for help. As America’s senior population grows, the need is outpacing the capacity of local Meals on Wheels providers — and the result is a national crisis of waitlists.

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From meal delivery to research and advocacy, our work supports the health, connection and independence of seniors across the country.

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End the Wait™

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.

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See how Meals on Wheels changes lives through real stories, powerful outcomes and the national movement to support our senior neighbors.
Congress Must Act Now: 46,000 Seniors Cannot Wait for Meals on Wheels Funding

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Congress Must Act Now: 46,000 Seniors Cannot Wait for Meals on Wheels Funding
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Our mission is to empower local community programs to improve the health and quality of life of the seniors they serve so that no one is left hungry or isolated.

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Our Strategic Plan

For more than 50 years, Meals on Wheels has remained the most effective solution to address senior hunger and isolation. Now, working with our network, Meals on Wheels America has a bigger, bolder plan to serve more seniors.

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Meals on Wheels America and NANASP Issue Joint Statement about the Government Shutdown

Meals on Wheels America and NANASP Issue Joint Statement about the Government Shutdown

Oct 1, 2025

Subaru Of America Launches 15th Annual Subaru Share The Love® Event With Goal To Reach $250 Million In Donations

Subaru Of America Launches 15th Annual Subaru Share The Love® Event With Goal To Reach $250 Million In Donations

Nov 17, 2022

Meals on Wheels America Earns Kudos’ 2022 Best Culture Award In The Culture Innovator Category

Meals on Wheels America Earns Kudos’ 2022 Best Culture Award In The Culture Innovator Category

Nov 15, 2022

Meals on Wheels America To Advocate For America’s Seniors During Historic White House Conference On Hunger, Nutrition, And Health

Meals on Wheels America To Advocate For America’s Seniors During Historic White House Conference On Hunger, Nutrition, And Health

Sep 28, 2022

Meals on Wheels America And Petsmart Charities® Grant Over $500,000 To 60+ Local Meals On Wheels Programs In 2022 To Support Access To Veterinary Care For Seniors’ Pets

Meals on Wheels America And Petsmart Charities® Grant Over $500,000 To 60+ Local Meals On Wheels Programs In 2022 To Support Access To Veterinary Care For Seniors’ Pets

Sep 20, 2022

Meals on Wheels America Honors George Hawthorne Of Real Services, Inc. With Fifth Annual Sister Alice Marie Quinn Award

Meals on Wheels America Honors George Hawthorne Of Real Services, Inc. With Fifth Annual Sister Alice Marie Quinn Award

Aug 17, 2022

Meals on Wheels America Holds First In-person Convening Of Senior Nutrition Leaders Since 2019

Meals on Wheels America Holds First In-person Convening Of Senior Nutrition Leaders Since 2019

Aug 16, 2022

Meals on Wheels America And Celebrity Supporters Issue National Call To #respectyourelders

Meals on Wheels America And Celebrity Supporters Issue National Call To #respectyourelders

Aug 8, 2022

Food Lion Feeds Partners With Meals On Wheels America And Donates $450,000 To Provide Support To Seniors In Need In Local Communities

Food Lion Feeds Partners With Meals On Wheels America And Donates $450,000 To Provide Support To Seniors In Need In Local Communities

Jul 25, 2022

Jiffy Lube Drives To Do More In Local Communities Through Collaboration With Meals on Wheels America

Jiffy Lube Drives To Do More In Local Communities Through Collaboration With Meals on Wheels America

Jun 22, 2022

Meals on Wheels America And Bingo Blitz Partner To Fight Senior Loneliness And Social Isolation

Meals on Wheels America And Bingo Blitz Partner To Fight Senior Loneliness And Social Isolation

Jun 22, 2022

Donations Inspired By Covid-19 Helped Avert A True Hunger Crisis For Older Americans

Donations Inspired By Covid-19 Helped Avert A True Hunger Crisis For Older Americans

May 31, 2022

Food Lion Feeds To Donate $50,000 To Meals On Wheels America In Recognition Of Older Americans Act Nutrition Program 50th Anniversary

Food Lion Feeds To Donate $50,000 To Meals On Wheels America In Recognition Of Older Americans Act Nutrition Program 50th Anniversary

Mar 15, 2022

Meals on Wheels America And Local Programs Across The Country Celebrate A Special March For Meals Commemorating The 50th Anniversary Of The Older Americans Act Nutrition Program

Meals on Wheels America And Local Programs Across The Country Celebrate A Special March For Meals Commemorating The 50th Anniversary Of The Older Americans Act Nutrition Program

Mar 1, 2022

Petsmart Charities® Grants $500,000 To Meals on Wheels America To Span Pet Assistance Service Gaps For Seniors In Underserved Communities

Petsmart Charities® Grants $500,000 To Meals on Wheels America To Span Pet Assistance Service Gaps For Seniors In Underserved Communities

Feb 17, 2022

Meals on Wheels America Featured In Case Studies Highlighting Innovative Approaches To Addressing Social Determinants Of Health For Medicare Advantage Beneficiaries

Meals on Wheels America Featured In Case Studies Highlighting Innovative Approaches To Addressing Social Determinants Of Health For Medicare Advantage Beneficiaries

Jan 27, 2022

Meals on Wheels America Integrates App-Based Health Monitoring Program, Improving Recipient Outcomes

Meals on Wheels America Integrates App-Based Health Monitoring Program, Improving Recipient Outcomes

Dec 22, 2021

Issues
Millions of seniors face hunger, isolation and other challenges that impact their health and well-being. Learn how Meals on Wheels helps address these growing issues.

Learn more about the issues
Our Work
From meal delivery to research and advocacy, our work supports the health, connection and independence of seniors across the country.

Read more about our work
Impact & Stories
See how Meals on Wheels changes lives through real stories, powerful outcomes and the national movement to support our senior neighbors.
About
Our mission is to empower local community programs to improve the health and quality of life of the seniors they serve so that no one is left hungry or isolated.

Learn more about us