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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 Concludes 52nd Annual Convening of Local Providers, Calling on the Network to Meet the Moment

Meals on Wheels America Concludes 52nd Annual Convening of Local Providers, Calling on the Network to Meet the Moment

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Aug 20, 2026

42 Senators Sign Letter Urging Increased Funding For The Older Americans Act In FY 2023

42 Senators Sign Letter Urging Increased Funding For The Older Americans Act In FY 2023

May 26, 2022

Letter Championed By Representatives Bonamici, Deutch, Katko And Stefanik Calls For Increased Appropriations In Fy 2023 For Older Americans Act Programs, Including Senior Nutrition

Letter Championed By Representatives Bonamici, Deutch, Katko And Stefanik Calls For Increased Appropriations In Fy 2023 For Older Americans Act Programs, Including Senior Nutrition

Apr 27, 2022

Meals on Wheels America And NANASP Statement On Senior Nutrition Funding In President’s Fiscal Year 2023 Budget

Meals on Wheels America And NANASP Statement On Senior Nutrition Funding In President’s Fiscal Year 2023 Budget

Mar 30, 2022

Meals on Wheels America And NANASP Applaud Congressional Resolutions Honoring The 50th Anniversary Of The Older Americans Act Nutrition Program

Meals on Wheels America And NANASP Applaud Congressional Resolutions Honoring The 50th Anniversary Of The Older Americans Act Nutrition Program

Mar 22, 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 NANASP Call For More To Be Done To Address Hunger And Isolation Among Older Adults

Meals on Wheels America And NANASP Call For More To Be Done To Address Hunger And Isolation Among Older Adults

Mar 11, 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

National Aging And Nutrition Organizations Urge More Vaccinations And Boosters To Help Protect Older Adults

National Aging And Nutrition Organizations Urge More Vaccinations And Boosters To Help Protect Older Adults

Dec 13, 2021

House Passes Critical Funding Tackling Senior Hunger And Isolation; Meals On Wheels America And Nanasp Urge Senate To Quickly Follow Suit

House Passes Critical Funding Tackling Senior Hunger And Isolation; Meals On Wheels America And Nanasp Urge Senate To Quickly Follow Suit

Nov 19, 2021

Meals on Wheels America And NANASP Commend Inclusion Of Older Americans Act Funding In Build Back Better Act

Meals on Wheels America And NANASP Commend Inclusion Of Older Americans Act Funding In Build Back Better Act

Oct 29, 2021

Meals on Wheels America To Participate In Fourteenth Consecutive Subaru Share The Love® Event

Meals on Wheels America To Participate In Fourteenth Consecutive Subaru Share The Love® Event

Oct 18, 2021

Six New Directors Join The Meals on Wheels America Board

Six New Directors Join The Meals on Wheels America Board

Oct 6, 2021

Meals on Wheels America And NANASP Urge Inclusion Of Increased Funding For The Older Americans Act In Budget Reconciliation Package

Meals on Wheels America And NANASP Urge Inclusion Of Increased Funding For The Older Americans Act In Budget Reconciliation Package

Sep 15, 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