MEALS ON WHEELS AMERICA
AI Summary
Meals on Wheels America is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting initiatives related to nutrition and meal delivery for seniors across the United States. With a total of $5 million in grants paid to 721 grantees in 2024, it operates on a relationship-based engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals; funding is by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in connecting with this funder can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO EMPOWER LOCAL PROGRAMS TO IMPROVE THE HEALTH AND QUALITY OF LIFE OF VULNERABLE SENIORS.
Cause Areas
2
Health
Food aid
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
MEALS ON WHEELS AND MORE INC
$6.4M
9%
OSCEOLA COUNTY COUNCIL ON AGING INC
$1.4M
2%
MEALS ON WHEELS OF CENTRAL MARYLANDINC
$1.1M
1%
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Total No. of Grants
235
Median 1st year grant
$15K
Median 2nd year grant
$14.4K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to MEALS ON WHEELS AMERICA?
No. MEALS ON WHEELS AMERICA does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does MEALS ON WHEELS AMERICA give?
MEALS ON WHEELS AMERICA primarily gives to organizations located in Texas, California, and Ohio. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are MEALS ON WHEELS AMERICA’s grants?
The largest share of grants from MEALS ON WHEELS AMERICA fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $15 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does MEALS ON WHEELS AMERICA make each year?
In 2024, MEALS ON WHEELS AMERICA awarded about 240 grants, totaling nearly $5 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did MEALS ON WHEELS AMERICA fund recently?
In 2024, MEALS ON WHEELS AMERICA awarded grants to about 720 grantees. Recent grantees include MEALS ON WHEELS AND MORE INC, OSCEOLA COUNTY COUNCIL ON AGING INC, and MEALS ON WHEELS OF CENTRAL MARYLANDINC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to MEALS ON WHEELS AMERICA?
MEALS ON WHEELS AMERICA does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.