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We’re not used to waiting, even for the most trivial things. That’s why it’s ridiculous that millions of seniors are waiting months, even years, for nutritious meals and moments of connection. They're waiting for someone to care.

IT'S TIME TO
END THE WAIT

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IT'S TIME TO
END THE WAIT

Every year, Meals on Wheels serves over 2 million seniors, but that’s only a fraction of those in need. We have a plan to End the Wait and ensure that every senior who needs Meals on Wheels gets it.
1 IN 3
Meals on Wheels
programs has
a waitlist

The Average
wait time is 3 MONTHS

In some
places, it's 2 YEARS

PLEDGE TO
END THE WAIT


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SIGN THE PLEDGE

PLEDGE TO END THE WAIT

Join the growing call to ensure every senior gets timely access to Meals on Wheels. By signing our pledge, you become part of the solution, amplifying our collective voice to Congress and others, and driving real, meaningful change.

What are you waiting for? Add your name and help us meet our goal of 10,000 signatures by October 31st.

OUR BOLD GOAL TO
END THE WAIT


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For more than 50 years, Meals on Wheels has been the most effective solution to address senior hunger and isolation. Explore our bigger, bolder plan to serve more seniors and help End the Wait.


SEE OUR PLAN

HELP US SERVE MORE SENIORS, BETTER

Nutritious meals, moments of connection and more.
Great things happen when we help those in need.

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“
I have the sweetest people that bring my meals. They are precious. I call them my angels.”
Mary Lou,
BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA
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“
Thanks to Meals on Wheels, I have a safe, warm place to call home… and two friends who love me unconditionally.”
Sylvia,
BLOOMINGTON, ILLINOIS

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In the Kitchen with Inez

Inez McLean, a 70-year-old amputee in Maine, regained independence and joy through Meals on Wheels after losing a leg to vascular disease. With regular meal deliveries and companionship, she...

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PLEDGE TO
END THE WAIT


Your pledge will help us End the Wait for millions of seniors in need of meals and connection.

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