As we begin celebrating the 50th anniversary of VNA Meals on Wheels, we want to thank YOU–our dedicated donors and volunteers. It is only with your support that the daily miracle of delivering meals is possible and ensures we can continue delivering hope for the next 50 years. Thank you for being part of our mission helping people age with dignity and independence at home. We invite you to celebrate with us by taking the volunteer challenge!

50 Route Challenge

In 2023, when you reach 50 routes delivered, your name will be added to a drawing for prizes—the first drawing will be March 31st and subsequently at the end of each quarter. *

*Once you (individual) deliver 50 routes, your name will remain in the quarterly drawings throughout the year. Individuals can only win one quarterly drawing.

50 Meals Challenge

Each month in 2023, when you deliver 50 meals in a month, your name will be added to a drawing for Meals on Wheels swag and/or gift cards.

50th Anniversary Jubilee Drawing

Each individual challenge entry will be entered to win a grand prize on December 29, 2023.

50th Anniversary Delivery Heroes

In each “Behind the Wheel” newsletter, we will highlight the top volunteers each month.

50 for 50 Group Volunteer Challenge

Do you have a community, church or professional/work group looking for a way to connect and give back? In 2023, our goal is to engage 50 groups of 50+ volunteers to deliver Meals on Wheels or complete a special Day of Caring project in support of VNA! Contact our volunteer team at volunteer@vnatexas.org to learn more. Download the Volunteer Challenge flyer here.

As our dedicated volunteers, you know how much your delivery means to the seniors you serve. The nourishing food and comforting friendship provides so much more than a meal for those who are isolated and alone. During the month of March, you can make an even bigger impact for our vulnerable seniors in Dallas County!

Every March, VNA participates in the national March for Meals campaign, an annual month-long event designed to generate public awareness about senior hunger and isolation, and to celebrate the invaluable services provided by senior nutrition programs throughout the country. Throughout the month hundreds of local Meals on Wheels programs will be mobilized across the country to reach out to their communities and build the support needed to serve more hungry seniors all year long!

The annual March for Meals campaign begins March 1st and you can help spread awareness about senior hunger in Dallas! We would like to challenge all of our wonderful volunteers to please consider picking up an extra route and bringing family and friends. You will give them a firsthand look into how important VNA Meals on Wheels is to our community and show our seniors in Dallas how much you care.

If you are part of a group that is interested in a Day of Caring, please contact our Volunteer Engagement Supervisor, Tracie Demery at demeryt@vnatexas.org or 214-689-2653 to schedule a day during the month of March.

You may also call the Volunteer Line at 214-689-3222 for assistance.

A PUSH notification is sent out the morning of your delivery. Please allow push notifications for the VNA Meals on Wheels App. Click here for instructions.

Join VNA for two delicious events to support North Texas Seniors this March:

• EMPIRE BAKING – Throughout the entire month of March at Empire Baking Company, 10% of all bread sales will benefit VNA Meals on Wheels
• ASIAN MINT – Monday, March 27th from 5pm to close at all 5 Asian Mint locations, 15% of the proceeds will benefit VNA Meals on Wheels when you mention this promotion at check out

Together, we can fight senior hunger.

We are always happy to hear from you and are here to help make your volunteer experience better! Thank you so much for choosing VNA Meals on Wheels!

Tracie Demery, Volunteer Engagement Supervisor

demeryt@vnatexas.org, (214) 689-2653

Karri Hopper, Volunteer Engagement Coordinator

hopperk@vnatexas.org, (214) 689-2209

Jennifer De La Rosa, Volunteer Engagement Coordinator

jennifer.delarosa@vnatexas.org, (214) 689-2464

April Burns, System Support Analyst

burnsa@vnatexas.org, (214) 689-3220    

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