Richard Gere’s Support for Meals on Wheels: Honoring His Father’s Legacy

Richard Gere and his father, Homer, spent more than 25 years supporting Meals on Wheels, showing how much of a difference one act of kindness can make. What began as a simple desire to give back became a powerful example of how volunteering can create lasting impact — not just for the seniors they served, but for the volunteers themselves.

For Richard and Homer, Meals on Wheels was never just about delivering food. It was about showing up for someone. It was about the conversations at the doorstep, the shared stories, the sense of community built through regular visits. Meals on Wheels is about more than just delivering meals — it’s about creating real, human connections that bring meaning and belonging to the lives of homebound seniors.

Their decades of service remind us that we all have a role to play in helping our neighbors age with dignity and independence. Meals on Wheels is a grassroots movement powered by people like you, and we believe it takes all of us working together to help isolated older adults. Your support helps provide healthy meals and companionship to seniors across the country, easing the hunger and loneliness so many face.