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Meals on Wheels America Meeting Unmet Need Grants is a grant from Meals on Wheels America that funds local Meals on Wheels programs across the country working to expand nutrition access and serve underserved or unserved seniors.
The program addresses growing issues of hunger, malnutrition, and social isolation among homebound older adults, for whom Meals on Wheels volunteers are often the only source of daily nutrition and human contact. Grants support expanding meal delivery options, increasing access to medically tailored meals, and reaching seniors who are not yet served by local programs.
Eligible applicants are local Meals on Wheels programs within the nationwide network. Award amounts vary; total grants awarded have reached approximately $1. 8 million in recent cycles.
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Issues Seniors Face: Hunger, Isolation and Unmet Needs Hunger and malnutrition are growing problems across the United States, affecting people of all ages. These issues are intensified for America’s homebound seniors — older adults who face significant barriers to mobility, food access and meal preparation.
The meals delivered by local Meals on Wheels providers are often the primary or sole source of nutrition for these homebound seniors. Social isolation and loneliness are growing issues affecting an increasing number of seniors in our country. Our social networks tend to shrink as we age, and nearly a third of older adults who live alone spend almost all of that time by themselves.
For many, the Meals on Wheels volunteer is the only human contact they have all day. Learn how Meals on Wheels supports older adults facing these 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 From meal delivery to research and advocacy, our work supports the health, connection and independence of seniors across the country. 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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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Local Meals on Wheels programs across the nationwide network. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Varies (part of $1.8 million total awarded in 2023) Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
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