Food Lion Strengthens Commitment to Meals on Wheels America with Four-Year Support to Nourish Seniors
Moreover, three local organizations receiving support this year include Senior Services, Inc. in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, Meals on Wheels of Middle Georgia in Macon, Georgia, and Senior Resources, Inc. in Columbia, South Carolina. These organizations are at the forefront of addressing senior hunger in their communities, and the funding will allow them to enhance their services and reach more seniors in need.
The urgency of this partnership is underscored by the growing issue of senior hunger across the nation. Meals on Wheels America has recently launched the 'End the Wait' initiative to address the increasing numbers of older adults lacking access to meal delivery services. With the combined challenges of limited federal support and rising food costs, the work of organizations like Meals on Wheels becomes even more critical.
“As hunger among seniors continues to rise, Food Lion Feeds is stepping up at a moment of great need,” said Ellie Hollander, President and CEO of Meals on Wheels America. With this expanded investment, local providers have the resources they urgently need to assist more older adults both today and sustainably into the future. This partnership showcases the tangible difference that committed organizations can make in addressing food insecurity.”
Food Lion, a well-established grocery retailer operating over 1,100 stores in the Southeastern and Mid-Atlantic regions, is dedicated to providing affordable and accessible food options to its customers. Their commitment to hunger relief is evidenced not only by their financial contributions but also through actions like food rescue that have resulted in over 1.5 billion meals donated since the program's inception.
Meals on Wheels America, conversely, supports around 5,000 community-based providers nationwide, all aimed at tackling senior hunger. By facilitating meal deliveries, social interactions, and safety checks, this network facilitates independence for many older adults in the community.
Through these alliances, both organizations are working toward a goal where no senior is left hungry or without assistance. The work they do not only addresses immediate needs but lays the foundation for a more sustainable future in addressing food insecurity among the nation's elderly population.
Tackling the Senior Hunger Crisis
The urgency of this partnership is underscored by the growing issue of senior hunger across the nation. Meals on Wheels America has recently launched the 'End the Wait' initiative to address the increasing numbers of older adults lacking access to meal delivery services. With the combined challenges of limited federal support and rising food costs, the work of organizations like Meals on Wheels becomes even more critical.
“As hunger among seniors continues to rise, Food Lion Feeds is stepping up at a moment of great need,” said Ellie Hollander, President and CEO of Meals on Wheels America. With this expanded investment, local providers have the resources they urgently need to assist more older adults both today and sustainably into the future. This partnership showcases the tangible difference that committed organizations can make in addressing food insecurity.”
About Food Lion and Meals on Wheels America
Food Lion, a well-established grocery retailer operating over 1,100 stores in the Southeastern and Mid-Atlantic regions, is dedicated to providing affordable and accessible food options to its customers. Their commitment to hunger relief is evidenced not only by their financial contributions but also through actions like food rescue that have resulted in over 1.5 billion meals donated since the program's inception.
Meals on Wheels America, conversely, supports around 5,000 community-based providers nationwide, all aimed at tackling senior hunger. By facilitating meal deliveries, social interactions, and safety checks, this network facilitates independence for many older adults in the community.
Through these alliances, both organizations are working toward a goal where no senior is left hungry or without assistance. The work they do not only addresses immediate needs but lays the foundation for a more sustainable future in addressing food insecurity among the nation's elderly population.
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