Meals on Wheels Association of America

Premier Subaru Branford Donates $45850 To Camp Rising Sun

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Wednesday, April 20, 2022

BRANFORD, Conn., April 20, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Robert J Alvine, President of Premier Subaru, presented Shawn Heffernan, CEO of Camp Rising Sun, with a check for $45850 at the dealership's facility in Branford, CT. The donation represented the proceeds from the annual "Share the Love" event, in which anyone who purchased or leased a new Subaru could chose a $250 donation to one of four national charities – ASPCA, Make-A-Wish Foundation, Meals on Wheels Association of America, the National Park Foundation – or a fifth local charty for their customers to support. Premier Subaru selected Camp Rising Sun as their "hometown charity" for the 2021-2022 Share the Love Campaign for the sixth year in a row.

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  • Premier Subaru donates $45850 to Camp Rising Sun, a camp for kids with cancer, as a result of the most recent 2021-2022 Subaru Share the Love Campaign.
  • BRANFORD, Conn., April 20, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Robert J Alvine, President of Premier Subaru, presented Shawn Heffernan, CEO of Camp Rising Sun, with a check for $45850 at the dealership's facility in Branford, CT.
  • Premier Subaru is proud to have matched dollars from Subaru of America directly to provide additional impact to Camp Rising Sun.
  • The company is a part of the award winning Premier Auto Group which also includes Premier Kia Branford, Premier Subaru Middlebury and Premier Premium Preowned Vehicles.

KFC Partners With Meals On Wheels America To Feed Seniors Across The Country

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Wednesday, March 24, 2021

As part of this initiative, KFC is partnering with Meals on Wheels America to help provide meals to homebound seniors in need.

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  • As part of this initiative, KFC is partnering with Meals on Wheels America to help provide meals to homebound seniors in need.
  • Along with a one-time product donation to Meals on Wheels America from KFC U.S., KFC franchisees across the country will also support seniors in their local communities, dedicating a case of chicken per restaurant to cook and provide to seniors in their communities.
  • "With this product in hand, Meals on Wheels programs will be able to continue to deliver nutritious meals to homebound seniors while providing much needed financial relief.
  • Meals on Wheels America is the leadership organization supporting the more than 5,000 community-based programs across the country that are dedicated to addressing senior hunger and isolation.

SmartLinx Supports Struggling Seniors with Holiday Donation to Meals On Wheels America

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Wednesday, December 23, 2020

In addition to facing the greatest health risks from COVID-19, a growing number of seniors suffer from hunger and isolation.

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  • In addition to facing the greatest health risks from COVID-19, a growing number of seniors suffer from hunger and isolation.
  • SmartLinx wanted to help Meals on Wheels fulfill its mission of supporting seniors struggling with food insecurity and isolation.
  • "We are honored to support Meals on Wheels during these trying times.
  • By providing funding, leadership, education, research and advocacy support, Meals on Wheels America empowers its local member programs to strengthen their communities, one senior at a time.

Top Brands Join Meals on Wheels America for Don't Stop Now™ Campaign to Support Vulnerable Seniors Impacted by Prolonged COVID-19 Challenges

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Tuesday, September 8, 2020

As a result, Meals on Wheels programs nationwide are delivering 77% more meals to 47% more seniors than they were just months ago.

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  • As a result, Meals on Wheels programs nationwide are delivering 77% more meals to 47% more seniors than they were just months ago.
  • "We're all feeling worn down by the troubling news surrounding COVID-19," said Ellie Hollander, President and CEO of Meals on Wheels America.
  • More information about the campaign, and the issues facing Meals on Wheels and the older adults they serve, can be found at www.mealsonwheelsamerica.org / dontstopnow .
  • By providing funding, leadership, education, research, and advocacy support, Meals on Wheels America empowers its local member programs to strengthen their communities, one senior at a time.

Rastaclat Kicks off #PositivityChallenge to Benefit Meals on Wheels

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Monday, March 23, 2020

In light of the current state of uncertainty, Rastaclat announced the kick off of the #PositivityChallenge to benefit Meals on Wheels today.

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  • In light of the current state of uncertainty, Rastaclat announced the kick off of the #PositivityChallenge to benefit Meals on Wheels today.
  • Meals on Wheels America is a leadership organization supporting more than 5,000 community-based programs across the country that are dedicated to addressing senior isolation and hunger.
  • From March 20th through April 20th, Rastaclat will pledge a $1 donation to the Meals on Wheels organization for every purchase on Rastaclat.com .
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20200323005428/en/
    Rastaclat kicks off #PositivityChallenge to benefit Meals on Wheels.

RoofClaim.com to Donate $25,000 to Meals on Wheels America

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Friday, March 13, 2020

On March 13th, 2020, RoofClaim.com, a technology-focused roofing service company dedicated to connecting homeowners with qualified roofing professionals, announced the company will be donating $25,000 to Meals on Wheels America.

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  • On March 13th, 2020, RoofClaim.com, a technology-focused roofing service company dedicated to connecting homeowners with qualified roofing professionals, announced the company will be donating $25,000 to Meals on Wheels America.
  • Meals on Wheels provides the ability for those qualified to stay in doors and not have to arrange transportation to obtain food.
  • About Meals on Wheels America: Meals on Wheels America is the leadership organization supporting the more than 5,000 community-based programs across the country that are dedicated to addressing senior isolation and hunger.
  • By providing funding, leadership, education, research and advocacy support, Meals on Wheels America empowers its local member programs to strengthen their communities, one senior at a time.

Meals on Wheels America to Expand Mobile App-Based Health and Safety Monitoring Program to Reach 40,000 Homebound Seniors Across Country

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Wednesday, June 5, 2019

The program developed with the West Health Institute and the Brown University Center for Gerontology and Healthcare Research will grow to include up to 30 Meals on Wheels sites across the country, helping ensure the wellness of an estimated 40,000 seniors.

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  • The program developed with the West Health Institute and the Brown University Center for Gerontology and Healthcare Research will grow to include up to 30 Meals on Wheels sites across the country, helping ensure the wellness of an estimated 40,000 seniors.
  • As part of Meals on Wheels' "more than just a meal" service model, staff and volunteer drivers deliver meals and visit clients in their homes regularly.
  • "We're excited learnings from this research program are now being implemented across the country within Meals on Wheels America's expanded program that will positively impact as many seniors as possible."
  • Meals on Wheels America is the oldest and largest national organization supporting the more than 5,000 community-based programs across the country that are dedicated to addressing senior isolation and hunger.