Our Mission & History
For more than five decades, Meals on Wheels has provided nutritious meal delivery to Hamilton County, Indiana.
Our Mission
Our mission at Meals on Wheels of Hamilton County, Indiana is to support seniors living at home, adults suffering from an illness or disability, and individuals recovering from surgery by delivering nutritious, dietary-specific meals, reducing hunger, improving health, and promoting independence.
Who We Serve
For the past five decades, Meals on Wheels of Hamilton County has been improving health, reducing hunger, and promoting independence through home-delivered, dietary-specific meals to residents of Hamilton County. We also expand access to healthy food for those facing financial hardship through the Sponsor-A-Meal program. Meals on Wheels of Hamilton County is dedicated to excellence, dependability, and community engagement.
Our History
Established in 1975, Meals On Wheels of Hamilton County, Indiana is a private, charitable 501(c)(3) organization governed by a volunteer Board of Directors. The organization receives no state or federal funding. It relies solely on the generous support of caring individuals, businesses and organizations to supplement fundraising efforts and community grants.
Meals On Wheels was introduced to Hamilton County, Indiana in April of 1975 as a result of a growing need identified by our founders, Mary Bray and Reverend David Garrigus of Christ United Methodist Church in Westfield. Beginning as a community service project, delivering one meal to one recipient, Meals On Wheels has grown to serve all of Hamilton County, Indiana.
Become A Volunteer!
Our mission depends on the compassionate hearts and willingness to share time from individuals like you! Volunteer opportunities come in all forms, from delivering meals to helping plan events.