In 2010, MOWAA provided Member Meals On Wheels programs $21 in grants and scholarships for every $1 received in Membership dues.
Thanks to the generosity of Corporate America and the support of individual donors nationwide, MOWAA can offer a diverse array of grants and scholarships annually. These opportunities enable MOWAA Member programs to enhance their services, expand their client-bases and transform the way they serve seniors in their communities.
Through successful partnerships with numerous national sponsors, MOWAA continues to demonstrate an unwavering commitment to serving its Members and helping them end senior hunger in America by 2020. Below are several of the most recent grant and scholarship opportunities that have been made available.
Walmart Building the Future Vision Grants
Ranging up to $100,000
Vision grants enable MOWAA Member programs to develop visionary systemic changes that will radically improve how senior nutrition services are provided in a community.
Walmart Building the Future Impact Grants
Ranging from $5,000 to $20,000
Impact grants enable MOWAA Member programs to purchase equipment and vehicles in order to improve their efficiency and capacity and ultimately serve more hungry seniors.
Subaru “Share the Love” Grants
Ranging from $100 to $3,500
Thanks to Subaru of America, Inc.’s annual “Share the Love” event, MOWAA awards Member programs unrestricted grants to support their services.
March For Meals Grant Opportunities
Ranging from $500 to $2,600
Thanks to the generosity of the Caesar’s Foundation, MOWAA annually awards grants up to $2,600 to MOWAA Member programs for their efforts in raising awareness of senior hunger during the month of March.
We All Love Our Pets (WALOP) Grants
Ranging from $1,000 to $2,500
Thanks to the generosity of the Banfield Charitable Trust and private donors, MOWAA Member programs are eligible to receive grants to begin or improve a current pet food program in order to keep seniors’ beloved pets well nourished.
American Volunteer Award/Jody Tepedino Nicholo Award
Ranging from $500 to $1,000
MOWAA Member programs are awarded grants based on an annual contest, which celebrates Meals On Wheels volunteers across America through social media.
2011 Conference Scholarships
Ranging from $395 to $1,000
Scholarships are available annually for Members to attend the MOWAA Annual Conference. This premier event enables Senior Nutrition Providers the opportunity to obtain the newest information to help them sustain superior Meals On Wheels programs, while also sharing best practices with other Members from throughout the country.
Bank of America Financial Management Institute and Board/Executive Director Institute Grants
Ranging from $500 to $600
The Bank of America’s support enables MOWAA to award scholarships to MOWAA Members seeking continuing education at the Meals On Wheels Leadership Academy. These grants often cover travel expenses and tuition.
Jack & Eleanor Borden Memorial Kosher Meal Fund Grants
Varying amounts; offered annually
The Jack and Eleanor Borden Memorial Kosher Meal Fund awards grants each year to Meals On Wheels programs that desire to begin or expand a kosher meal program (home-delivered or congregate).
Only MOWAA Members can access the millions of dollars we award every year in grant funding. Find out more about MOWAA Membership by contacting the MOWAA Membership Department at 703-548-5558 or at membership@mowaa.org.