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Meals on Wheels America Newsletter - The State of Waitlists, Forbes '50 Over 50' and More!

Clubs and Organizations

September 2, 2025

Tackling the waitlist crisis

Every day, thousands of older adults sit on waitlists instead of receiving the meals and care they urgently need. Our latest research shows that 1 in 3 Meals on Wheels providers reports having a waitlist. Nearly 46,000 seniors are waiting for nutritious meals and human connection. Some wait months. Some wait years. And some may never get served at all. This isn’t due to a lack of will — it’s due to a lack of resources.

If you haven’t already, take a moment to email your Members of Congress and demand stronger support for Meals on Wheels so no senior is left waiting. No one should have to wonder where their next meal will come from. Together, we can turn waitlists into lifelines.

LEARN ABOUT WAITLISTS

THE STRUGGLE WE CAN'T IGNORE

BARRIERS TO FEEDING SENIORS

Meals, smiles and Chef Reactions

Popular influencer and Meals on Wheels supporter Chef Reactions joined FeedMore WNY for a day of culinary exploration and community connection. He toured the kitchen, sampled dishes, and engaged with staff and longtime volunteers before heading out to deliver meals to four lively seniors, sharing laughter and conversation along the way. See a recap of his full day and the emotional message he has to share.

WATCH THE DAY IN ACTION

Uniting for change: conference recap

At the 2025 Meals on Wheels America Annual Conference, the Meals on Wheels network gathered in San Antonio, Texas, to tackle our most pressing challenge: ending the wait for senior nutrition services. Through collaborative discussions, innovative workshops and inspiring keynotes, program leaders came together to share ideas and strategies aimed at ensuring every senior can access the meals and connection they deserve. Explore the event highlights and discover the award winners who are leading the charge in our shared mission.

READ THE HIGHLIGHTS

Ellie Hollander among Forbes’ “50 Over 50”

We’re proud to share that Ellie Hollander, president and CEO of Meals on Wheels America, has been recognized on Forbes’ fifth annual “50 Over 50” list in the Impact category! This well-deserved recognition celebrates Ellie’s unwavering commitment to ensuring every senior in need receives the nutritious meals and social connection they deserve.

At Meals on Wheels America, there’s one core belief that drives everything we do: that all seniors deserve to age with dignity. This belief fuels Ellie’s leadership every single day — and it’s even more urgent than ever, as senior hunger and isolation continue to rise at alarming rates.

We commend “50 Over 50” for spotlighting what we’ve always known to be true: aging should not diminish a person’s worth. As people age, they don’t just deserve compassion and empathy — they deserve reverence and respect.

READ MORE

In and Around Labolt, SD

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