Each March, Meals on Wheels celebrates the historic day in 1972 when President Nixon amended the Older Americans Act and added a national nutrition program for seniors. This legislation supported the rapid growth of the Meals on Wheels network, which now collectively serves 2.8 million seniors each year.
This year's March for Meals celebration comes when eight out of ten local Meals on Wheels programs deliver meals to more older adults than before the pandemic, and operational and food costs are soaring even while inflation slows.
During this year's March for Meals celebration, Meals on Wheels is focusing on one hashtag: #SaveLunch
This hashtag unites our effort to continue providing meals to our community while facing budget cuts at the federal level. This month, Meals on Wheels San Antonio will partner with local groups, elected officials, and nationwide businesses. We have plenty of opportunities to get involved this month and can't wait for you to join us!
Below are a few ways you can help Meals on Wheels San Antonio
# - Use the power of social media! Feel free to post using #SaveLunch on Facebook, Instagram, X, and LinkedIn!
S - Support your loved ones today and refer someone who might need meals!
A - Are you or someone you love living with Alzheimer's? Refer them to our Alzheimer's Center!
V - Volunteer to deliver more than a meal!
E - Email your local representative to advocate for nutrition programs like Meals on Wheels!
L - Love writing? Send a letter to one of our clients through our Friendly Visitor program!
U - Unable to deliver during the weekday? Deliver for AniMeals during the weekend!
N - Need meals but you are still able to drive? Visit your local senior center and enjoy a hot Meals on Wheels lunch today!
C - Contribute to our mission by donating today!
H - Host a pet food drive for our AniMeals program!