The Covid-19 pandemic left many of us isolated and trapped at home. Unfortunately, feeling alone and forgotten is still the everyday reality for our homebound elderly neighbors. With our army of compassionate volunteers, we can remind those we serve that someone still cares.
From delivering meals to vital wellness checks, Citymeals offers volunteer opportunities to suit all types of schedules and interests. We have established a network of caring individual, corporate and community volunteers who ensure frail aged New Yorkers receive a continuous lifeline of nourishment and companionship.
Last year, nearly 19,000 volunteers gave more than 52,000 hours of time to Citymeals’ mission.
Delivering meals on foot within walking distance from local senior centers
Pairing kindhearted individuals with their isolated neighbors in need of companionship
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Crafting cards to deliver on holidays, birthdays and special occasions
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Responding to mail from our meal recipients with warm personalized letters
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Packaging and serving meals at local senior centers
Delivering meals on foot or by car on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s.
Learn more about the individuals and groups who support their frail aged neighbors by volunteering.
Judy visits five of her frail aged neighbors weekly. “It’s beyond volunteering to me. It’s helping somebody who needs a ‘hello’ or a hug. That’s what matters.” 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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