Thousands of older New Yorkers would be alone and hungry without Citymeals and our team of dedicated volunteers. Meal recipients look forward to our knock on the door, knowing a nourishing meal and a warm greeting awaits them.
From delivering meals to providing companionship and making handmade cards, there are many ways to get involved. We have established a network of caring individual, corporate and community volunteers who ensure older New Yorkers in need receive a continuous lifeline of nourishment and companionship.
Last year, nearly 14,000 volunteers gave almost 50,000 hours of their time to Citymeals’ mission.
Deliver nourishing meals on foot to homebound elderly New Yorkers.
Make weekly phone calls to isolated meal recipients.
Assemble food packages at our Distribution Center in the Bronx.
Send warm wishes to meal recipients for special occasions.
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Deliver festive meals on Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Package and serve meals at local older adult centers.
We rely on dedicated volunteers including individuals, families, corporate and community groups. Interested? Create a profile and get started today.
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Longtime volunteer Ruby started delivering meals in honor of her late father, who was a Citymeals recipient. Read more
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100% of your donation will be used for the preparation and delivery of meals, thanks to our partnership with the New York City Department for the Aging, along with gifts from our board of directors and others designated for administrative expenses.
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