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Meals on Wheels PLUS of Manatee, Inc.

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Meals on Wheels PLUS of Manatee, Inc.

http://www.mealsonwheelsplus.org became so much more.

While initially founded in 1972, with the purpose of providing hot, nutritious meals to the elderly and disabled residents of Manatee County, Meals on Wheels of Manatee, Inc. The organization grew over the years in response to community needs, and the “PLUS” was eventually added to the name as a way of representing the many other services offered. While services include delivering hot, nutritious

meals to the elderly and disabled, other essential services include The Food Bank of Manatee, Daybreak Adult Day Center, and Friendship Dining. Visit mealsonwheelsplus.org or call 941-747-4655 for more information on programs, donations and volunteering.

06/12/2026

⚾Headed to the Bradenton Marauders game tonight? ⚾

Please bring non-perishable food items to donate to The Food Bank of Manatee-Meals on Wheels PLUS of Manatee. As an independent food bank and the ONLY food bank based in Manatee County, we need your support! All donations stay in Manatee County helping our friends and neighbors in need! Please donate this week!

Critically needed items list is below 👇👇

06/11/2026

The Food Bank of Manatee-Meals on Wheels PLUS of Manatee has received a generous $50,000 matching gift commitment from local philanthropists Sara and Steve Bayard to help provide food for children and families facing hunger during the summer months.

While the need for assistance typically rises during the summer months, charitable donations traditionally decline, creating additional challenges for local hunger-relief efforts. To help bridge this gap, ❤️Sara and Steve Bayard have pledged to match every donation made in support of the Food4Families program, dollar-for-dollar, up to $50,000. ❤️

Please donate today! Every $50 gift becomes $100; every $100 gift becomes $200! Donate online here: https://securepayment.link/mealsonwheelsplus/

06/10/2026

Our June Dine & Donate Program is a 🌟delicious way🌟 to make a difference right here in our community! Local restaurants are teaming up to support The Food Bank of Manatee-Meals on Wheels PLUS of Manatee —because no family should go hungry this summer.

✨When you enjoy a great meal at Central Cafe, Gecko’s Grill & Pub (RT 64 & RT 70), The Granary & Taverna Toscana:
➡️ Simply add $10 to your bill to support our cause
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At Chicken Salad Chick:
📅 June 23: 10% of all proceeds will be donated in support of our mission
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Lazy Lobster & Kacey’s Seafood and More
📅 June 22–26: Participate in their food drive and help stock shelves for families in need
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Every dollar and every donation helps combat summer hunger for children, seniors, and families across Manatee County.

💛 Gather your friends, enjoy delicious local favorites, and be part of something bigger.

06/08/2026

If you are attending the Bradenton Marauders games this week, please bring non-perishable food items to donate to The Food Bank of Manatee-Meals on Wheels PLUS of Manatee. As an independent food bank and the ONLY food bank based in Manatee County, we need your support! All donations stay in Manatee County helping our friends and neighbors in need! Please donate this week!

Critically needed items list is below 👇👇

06/05/2026

☀️We have our first Food4Families/Sack Summer Hunger food distributions today! ☀️With 15,000 meals ready to go out, we know it’s going to be a busy day! Thank you to all our donors and volunteers who have given to make this important work possible! 😊

🥫If you are in need of food assistance, click here for distribution times and locations:https://mealsonwheelsplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/2026-Food4Families-Summer-Distribution-Final.pdf

❤️If you would like to donate to support this lifesaving work for the next 8 weeks of summer break, click here to donate: https://securepayment.link/mealsonwheelsplus/

Together,

06/04/2026

Thank you Service Club of Manatee County for your amazing support of our Food4Families/Sack Summer Hunger program! We are so grateful for your generous gift that will provide approximately 7,700 meals to food insecure children and families this summer! This work isn’t possible without you! ❤️🥰

06/02/2026

Grateful for the support and advocacy of the Bishop-Parker Foundation as we work to feed those in need in our community.

06/01/2026

Support Our Neighbors: Give Back with The Food Bank of Manatee & Meals on Wheels PLUS

Summer should be a time of sunshine and relaxation—but for many families in Manatee County, it’s one of the hardest seasons of the year. With school out, children lose access to regular meals, and demand for food assistance rises—just as donations tend to slow down.

That’s why now is the perfect time to 📣ORGANIZE A FOOD DRIVE📣!!

👉 Why It Matters
The Food Bank of Manatee and Meals on Wheels PLUS work tirelessly to fight hunger and support vulnerable neighbors—seniors, families, and children who rely on consistent access to nutritious food. During the summer months, we face increased need with fewer resources.

🫵How You Can Help: Organize a Food Drive!
Hosting a food drive is one of the simplest and most impactful ways to support your community. Whether at your office, school, place of worship, or neighborhood, every contribution makes a real difference.

Here’s how to get started:
1. Choose a Location & Dates
Pick an easy-to-access spot and set a clear timeframe (1–2 weeks works great!).

2. Spread the Word
Share through social media, email, and flyers. Let people know why their support is needed now.

3. Focus on Most-needed Items
Common high-demand donations include:
📣Canned proteins (tuna, chicken)
📣Peanut butter
📣Shelf-stable milk
📣Rice and pasta
📣Canned fruits and vegetables

4. Make It Easy to Give
Provide clear drop-off instructions and consider adding an option for monetary donations.

5. Deliver the Impact
Coordinate with The Food Bank of Manatee or Meals on Wheels PLUS for drop-off or pickup.

💛 Be Part of the Solution
When you organize a food drive, you’re not just collecting items—you’re creating hope, stability, and nourishment for people right in your community.
REGISTER ONLINE
https://mealsonwheelsplus.org/food-bank-of-manatee/food-drive/

05/31/2026

Help Fight Summer Hunger 💙

When school is out, many Manatee County children worry about where their next meal will come from. That’s why The Food Bank of Manatee-Meals on Wheels PLUS of Manatee through its Food4Families (Sack Summer Hunger) program, provides weekend meal packs with enough food for a family of five to have breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Without school nutrition programs, many families struggle to put food on the table—but together, we can help.

🎯 Our goal this summer: 200,000 meals for families in need

You can make a difference by donating to The Food Bank of Manatee and Meals on Wheels PLUS.

💛 Every gift helps fight hunger this summer.
https://securepayment.link/mealsonwheelsplus/

05/30/2026

June is National Hunger Awareness Month — and in Manatee County, the need is real.

At The Food Bank of Manatee and Meals on Wheels PLUS, we see firsthand how hunger impacts our neighbors every day. As the largest hunger-relief organization in Manatee County, our mission is simple but powerful: ensure that no one in our community goes hungry.

But we can’t do it alone.

Every meal we provide, every pantry we stock, and every meal we deliver is made possible because the compassion of people like you. Right now, families, seniors, and children across our community are struggling to put food on the table — and your support can make an immediate difference.

💚Join us this Hunger Awareness Month and help “Fill a Plate.” 💚
Your donation helps:

🌟Stock local food pantries
🌟Deliver nutritious meals to homebound seniors
🌟Support children and families facing food insecurity
🌟Provide hope and stability to neighbors in need

Just $10 can help provide 7 meals to those who need it most. Together, we can turn awareness into action — and compassion into full plates.

👉 Donate today and help fill a plate: https://securepayment.link/mealsonwheelsplus/
Because no one in Manatee County should have to wonder where their next meal will come from.

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811 23rd Avenue E
Bradenton, FL
34208

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Telephone

+19417474655

Website

http://www.mealsonwheelsplus.org/

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