Meals on Wheels Western Michigan is on a mission to help feed our community, and it takes all of us.

Your support shows seniors you care and that they matter, providing warmth beyond the nourishment.

“Without MOWWM, I don’t know what I would’ve done. Because you can’t pay for your prescriptions, food, heat, and electricity all at once. There is not enough money.”

Our Population is Aging

12,000

Adults turn 60 everyday

50% Growth

In our region of older adults by 2050

40

Is the median age for 17 states, including Michigan

22% of the Kent County population is currently over 60, and the population of older adults in our region is expected to grow by almost 50% by 2050 over the 40-year period.

Seniors face unique challenges...

Health Challenges

1 in 4 seniors have an ambulatory disability, affecting their ability to move around or prepare meals.

63% of Medicare participants age 65+ have three or more chronic conditions, such as diabetes and heart disease.

Older adults are at a higher risk of malnutrition due to health factors like decreased appetite, mobility limitations, and the effects of prescription medication.

Financial Challenges

Almost half of all single seniors age 65+ lack income to pay for basic living needs, such as housing, groceries, and utilities.

Older Americans are living longer with less money, and 1 in 4 seniors lives alone.

Many Older Americans rely solely on Supplemental Security Income, which only replaces approximately 40% of pre-retirement income.

...which cause significant outcomes

1 in 6

American seniors are hungry

13 Million

Seniors face food insecurity

8%

Of seniors in West Michigan live in poverty

Where You'll Take Us

Preliminary Architectural Renderings

Meal Assembly

Doubling meal assembly space and adding cutting-edge equipment will allow our staff and volunteers to plate and package more meals than ever before.

Kitchen & Ovens

High-volume, advanced equipment will allow us to prepare more meals, with greater efficiency, expand menu options, and create a streamlined workflow that transforms our kitchen operations. Enclosing the dish room will be a huge improvement in safety and sanitation.

Freezers & Coolers

A new high-capacity freezer that holds up to 65,000 meals triples our ability to store meals. Replacing our rapidly aging cook’s prep cooler will serve our kitchen team for many years to come.

Dry Storage

Doubling space for dry storage in our kitchen pantry means purchasing in bulk at reduced prices. This increased space will also improve efficiency and productivity for the kitchen team.

Project Outline & Budget

Kitchen Renovation & Expansion

$3,600,000

Roof Replacement

$310,000

Campaign Expenses

$70,000

Total Cost

$4,000,000

See Today’s Kitchen. Imagine Tomorrow’s Possibilities.

Our kitchen has been the heart of countless meals, memories, and moments of connection. While it has served us well, the time has come to create a space that can better meet the needs of our community for years to come.

Take a look at where we are today and imagine the possibilities your support can help bring to life tomorrow.

Help us Nourish The Future

Meals on Wheels Western Michigan is on a mission to help feed our community, and it takes all of us. Our current success is limited by the age, size, layout, and condition of our current facility and infrastructure.

Will you help us make Nourishing the Future a reality?