Wheels for Meals

Last year we served 286,564 meals - a 31% increase over 2024. Due to cuts in federallly-based funding, we lost funding for a period of four months. The only thing that got us through was the extraordinary generosity of groups and individuals in the larger community. The gap left by the funding cuts was filled, which meant we were able to maintain our regular level of service. 

We also learned a valuable lesson during that time. We received calls from people wanting to donate food, but had no way to get it to us. We have a legion of faithful volunteers, but none with the time, vehicle, or physical strength to pick up food.  Believing that we will supplement our food stock, we became determined to acquire a vehicle to pick up food donations from our partners and donors. 

We are especially driven to increase our food supplies because we know that the dramatic rise in food insecurity last fall will defintely remain high; likely, it will continue to rise. Cuts to SNAP benefits started in December, and we're seeing the impact in both our food pantry and hot meals programs. The price of food remains high, as does health care, housing, and now energy is skyrocketing. 

Our goal is to get more food so that we might give more food. Your support will help us accentuate our ability to pick up food with the goal of fulfilling our commitment that no one ever leaves one of our programs empty-handed. We are grateful for all you can do to help us.