At Crescent Wheels, we are dedicated to combating hunger among seniors in New Orleans through our vital nutrition programs, including Meals on Wheels and congregate meal sites. These programs provide essential meals and safety check-ins to homebound seniors, helping them maintain their health and independence. With many seniors facing isolation and food insecurity, your donation directly addresses this urgent need and provides nutritious meals to those who need them the most.
Every dollar donated goes a long way in supporting the fight against senior hunger. With the average cost of a Meals on Wheels home-delivered meal at just $7, your contribution helps to ensure that seniors receive the sustenance and companionship they require. Your vehicle donation can help fund these essential services, making a tangible difference in the lives of our senior community members.
Programs your donation funds
- Home-delivered meals (Meals on Wheels)
- Congregate meals at senior centers
- Nutrition-risk assessment and counseling
- Safety check-in combined with meal delivery
- Weekend meal bags for seniors
- Holiday meal bags for those in need
↗Real impact, real numbers
Your donation can create significant impact for our senior community. For just $1,500, you can fund over 200 home-delivered meals, including safety checks for homebound seniors. If you choose to donate $2,500, you’ll provide an astounding 400 meals at congregate sites, ensuring that many seniors have access to nutritious food within a supportive environment. For larger donations, such as $5,000, the impact multiplies, allowing us to serve countless seniors who rely on our services. Every contribution brings us closer to eradicating senior hunger in New Orleans.
How we vet recipient partners
Crescent Wheels is committed to ensuring that your donations support verified and accountable programs. We partner with organizations that meet rigorous standards, including those set forth by the Older Americans Act Title III-C nutrition standards. We prioritize Area Agencies on Aging-contracted providers and members of the Meals on Wheels America network, ensuring they have no waiting list or only short waiting lists, which indicates their funding sufficiency to meet community needs.
How proceeds flow
After costs associated with towing and processing are covered, approximately 70-80% of the gross proceeds from your vehicle donation go directly to our partner programs. We then apply a program ratio to ensure funds are allocated effectively. This means that more of your contribution directly supports meal programs, maximizing the impact of your generosity.
New Orleans recipient landscape
New Orleans faces unique challenges in addressing senior hunger, with many older adults living in food deserts or experiencing isolation. The local landscape for senior nutrition programs is crucial, as state-level funding is often limited. By donating to Crescent Wheels, you are directly supporting programs that fulfill the pressing needs of our seniors in Louisiana and ensuring that our community remains vibrant and nourished.