At this time of year as we think about all that we are grateful for, the Board of Directors of Meals on Wheels of New Canaan would like to thank the hundreds of New Canaan residents, community groups and local businesses that make it possible for us to provide nutritious meals to New Canaan residents.
In the past year, Meals on Wheels of New Canaan has provided over 18,000 nutritious meals to town residents who are unable to shop or cook for themselves. Each weekday, including holidays and in all weather, our volunteer drivers deliver meals directly into the homes of our New Canaan clients. These meals are often enhanced with flowers or homemade cards from local community groups to cheer our clients’ days.
While all of the meals we deliver are at least partially subsidized, 69% of our clients are fully subsidized by Meals on Wheels receiving meals at no cost. Our generous donors ensure that in New Canaan no one goes without healthy and hot food because of financial need.
The Board of Directors of Meals on Wheels of New Canaan would like to thank each and every one of our delivery drivers and donors for your time, kindness and unwavering support. We would especially like to thank:
Bankwell, First County Bank, First Presbyterian Church, Gates Restaurant + Bar, Jim and Dede Bartlett Foundation, Newcomers of New Canaan, New Canaan Artisans, New Canaan Community Foundation, Rock Paper Scissors Custom Events, Stewart’s Wine and Spirits, St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, The Congregational Church of New Canaan, The Exchange Club of New Canaan, The Rotary Club of New Canaan, Town of New Canaan,
United Methodist Church, and Walter Stewart’s Market.
In addition, our annual fundraising drive is going on now. Please check your mailboxes for our Annual Fund letter or visit us online at www.mowofnc.org to make a donation. You can also support us through our wine fundraiser by stocking up for your holiday needs at Walter Stewart’s Wine and Spirits on November 20th between the hours of 1 and 6 pm. If you are interested in delivering Meals on Wheels, visit us at www.mowofnc.org.
With sincere thanks,
The Board of Directors of Meals on Wheels of New Canaan
Michele Murray Sloan, President
Meghan Cioffi, Lauren Corbett, Leslie Crowley, Erica Evans, Maryalice Gelhaus, Ann Gervase, Shona Goldenberg, Meg Mehos, Elizabeth Stuart, Jennifer Van de Graaf, Steve Van de Graaf.
