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New CEO/Executive Committee in place at YMOW

New CEO/Executive Committee in place at YMOW

As YMOW embarks on our second half-century of service to our community, we do so with a new leader at the helm. Following an extensive search conducted by the Andrews Group, we are proud and excited to announce Barbara Niess-May as YMOW’s new President and CEO.  A proud supporter of the Ypsilanti community, Barbara comes ...
Pi(e) & a Pint – an Epically Delicious Event!
Give More to Feed More prepares us for the future

Give More to Feed More prepares us for the future

OUR CASE FOR SUPPORT SAVE THE DATES! YMOW’s 50th birthday is certainly something to celebrate, but it coincides with another major milestone that will require us to work even harder for our senior neighbors. In 2024, more Americans will turn 65 than in any other year in history. There is an aging crisis on the horizon. ...
Volunteering is a team effort for the Englebergs

Volunteering is a team effort for the Englebergs

As is the case for most recent retirees, Suzy and Cary Engleberg’s decision to end their work careers came with the gift of more time – a gift that they are eager to share with their community and with Ypsilanti Meals on Wheels.  Each Wednesday the couple arrives at YMOW to load up meals for ...
Come on down to Lemonade Lane

Come on down to Lemonade Lane

START A TEAM MAKE A DONATION BECOME A SPONSOR ...
Volunteer’s role just keeps growing

Volunteer’s role just keeps growing

When Debby Bolton signed on as a volunteer at Ypsilanti Meals on Wheels, she never intended to do anything besides help to prepare meals for delivery. But just a couple of weeks later, she agreed to ride along with Client Care Associate Eric.  “I wanted to see where the food was going. After just one ...
Client stories – the people and faces of YMOW

Client stories – the people and faces of YMOW

George George was never much of a cook. After losing his wife, his ability to drive and much of his eyesight, canned beans and cold cereal became staples in his diet.  “I’d sometimes eat them three times a day,” the 74-year-old Vietnam Veteran and EMU graduate said.  “Someone at church told me about Meals on ...
Don’t miss Meals on Heels – Vegas!

Don’t miss Meals on Heels – Vegas!

GET YOUR VEGAS ON AT MEALS ON HEELS MAY 5 BECOME AN EVENT SPONSOR Join Ypsilanti Meals onWheels for an upscale night of Vegas-style gaming.Play poker or blackjack, or try your luck at the roulette wheel or the craps table,  all while enjoying craft cocktails and delectable hors d’oeuvres. There will be art and music, ...
 

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