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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.
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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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Discover how we’re raising awareness of senior hunger and isolation. Explore stories and press coverage that showcase the powerful impact of Meals on Wheels.

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Meals on Wheels America Announces $70 Million Gift From Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott That Will Help Strengthen the Meals on Wheels Network

Meals on Wheels America Announces $70 Million Gift From Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott That Will Help Strengthen the Meals on Wheels Network

Apr 9, 2026

Exclusive: Senate Dems blare the alarm for Meals on Wheels funding

Exclusive: Senate Dems blare the alarm for Meals on Wheels funding

May 9, 2025

Axios

Trump administration’s budget cuts endanger Meals on Wheels: ‘Life and death implications’

Trump administration’s budget cuts endanger Meals on Wheels: ‘Life and death implications’

Apr 28, 2025

The Guardian

Trump cuts threaten Meals on Wheels, other aid for people with disabilities and the aging

Trump cuts threaten Meals on Wheels, other aid for people with disabilities and the aging

Apr 24, 2025

The New York Times

Meals on Wheels facing uncertain future amid HHS restructure, rumors of Musk cuts

Meals on Wheels facing uncertain future amid HHS restructure, rumors of Musk cuts

Apr 14, 2025

Yahoo News

A DOGE pothole? Seniors scared Meals on Wheels could be on chopping block

A DOGE pothole? Seniors scared Meals on Wheels could be on chopping block

Apr 10, 2025

USA TODAY

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