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@ranchandcoast RANCH & COAST MAGAZINE DECEMBER 2024 75 G I V I N G G U I D E 9590 Chesapeake Drive San Diego, CA 92123 619.260.6110 info@meals-on-wheels.org @mealsonwheelssd Meals on Wheels San Diego County For many seniors, the real hunger is for human connection. Meals on Wheels San Diego's caring staff and network of more than 3,500 volunteers come together to deliver over 650,000 meals each year, offering so much "More than a Meal." Each day the nonprofit makes connections to combat feelings of isolation, perform vital wellness checks to make sure our seniors are safe, and provide peace of mind to clients and their loved ones. Since 1960, Meals on Wheels has served over 22 million meals and continues to expand to meet the needs of the fastest growing segment of our population: seniors. By 2026, the organization aims to deliver one million meals per year. Why your support matters: • California's over-65 population is expected to increase by more than four million people by 2030 • Only 1% of philanthropic donations go to senior causes Meals on Wheels San Diego quick numbers: • 650,000+ Nutritious meals delivered to seniors each year • 4,300+ Seniors and disabled veterans served annually • 1,740 Alerts sent by volunteers to staff via a mobile app for seniors needing extra support • 731 Pets provided with free food through our AniMeals program • 99% Of clients say they would recommend Meals on Wheels to others