How is Meals on Wheels of the Salinas Valley funded?
Our funding comes from a variety of sources. Through a contract with the Monterey County Area Agency on Aging, we receive reimbursement for meals provided to seniors that covers some of our costs. However, we receive no government reimbursement for meals delivered to non-senior, disabled adults. We raise about two thirds of our income. We get donations from clients, individuals, businesses, service clubs and other community based organizations. We receive grants from foundations, corporations and cities. We also receive funding from the United Way and special fundraising events.
