You Can End the Wait

The wait for nutritious food

     The wait for human connection

          The wait for needed services and support

WHAT WE DO

Our mission is simple but powerful: To nourish and enrich the lives of older adults through meal delivery and personal connection. And we need your support to do it.

Every weekday, we deliver ~300 meals to older adults across Chapel Hill, Carrboro, and rural Orange, ensuring that our neighbors are cared for, connected, and provided with the nutritious food they need. Last year alone, thanks to over 478 dedicated volunteers, we delivered 62,890 meals to 455 recipients. This year, we’re on track to deliver even more.

The impact of our program goes beyond meals. Our volunteers engage in meaningful ways, offering companionship, a listening ear, and personal touches that brighten the days of our recipients. 

“I really appreciate your thoughtfulness in all the planning work it took for the extra three meals … You really all are our special friends of ours and we know we will be taken care of no matter what happens. Bless you for being so aware of our needs and watching over each of us. Thank you. It was much more than a little thoughtfulness. It was really great.” – Sandy N. (MOWOCNC Recipient) 

We rely on the generosity of donors like you to make this possible. Your contributions help fund the meals that 80% of our recipients receive at little to no cost. And it helps us reach those who are still waiting for our help. We estimate we are only serving approximately 30% of the need in Orange County. 

OUR IMPACT

HOW YOU CAN HELP

Our fundraising goal of $130,000 will ensure our current recipients will maintain access to nutritious meals and friendly check-ins. Your donation will make an immediate impact. Every $9 donated funds another meal delivered + another connection made, and opens the door to beyond a meal services, including liquid nutrition, extra weekend meals, durable medical equipment, incontinence supplies, pet food and supplies, vet care, in-home vaccinations and more. Every dollar you give has the power to do so much good! 

To give today:

• Visit our online donation page
• Mail a check to Meals on Wheels Orange County, NC (PO Box 2102, Chapel Hill, NC 27515) 

Thank you for standing up for older adults in our community and being an true partner in this essential work. We could not do this without you!