News from Meals On Wheels Delaware
Dear Friends,
Happy Autumn! It was a very busy summer at Meals On Wheels Delaware. Not only were we busy planning for the Celebrity Chefs’ Beach Brunch, we also introduced a new event - Denim & Diamonds. I hope that you were able to attend these fantastic events. Thank you to the Denim & Diamonds and Beach Brunch committees for their tireless efforts on behalf of homebound seniors. I am so inspired by the commitment of our volunteers!
Be sure to read below to learn about the upcoming events and happenings with Meals On Wheels Delaware.
Thank you so much for your loyal support.
Best,
Mari Considine
Executive Director
Stock Up For Seniors at Emile Henry Sale
Exclusive sale December 10th at New Castle site
Watch for the chance to get your tickets for Stock Up For Seniors, a warehouse sale benefiting Meals On Wheels Delaware. Be the first in the door to get the best deals on the best cookware, bakeware, glassware and kitchen tools in the world. Featured brands include Emile Henry, Cuisipro, Rosle, Mauviel, Arc Elegance and Duralex, all for purchase at up to 80% off the retail price.
Your ticket purchase gives you VIP access to these coveted items, includes light refreshments and is tax-deductible.
Emile Henry will be generously donating a percentage of the sales from the evening to Meals On Wheels Delaware. The more tickets we sell, the larger the percentage, so please tell your friends, family and co-workers to purchase tickets for this exciting event. They will not be disappointed!
Sold-out crowd for 2009 Denim & Diamonds!
Delaware’s newest end of summer party
Thank you to all that supported our inaugural Kent County event, Denim & Diamonds, at the Delaware Agricultural Museum on September 12th. There was a sold-out crowd!
Special thanks to lead sponsors BlueCross BlueShield of Delaware, the Delaware Agricultural Museum, Mid South Audio and Mr. & Mrs. John W. Paradee, in honor of Eleanor Lee Cain.
In 2010 the event happens Saturday, September 11.
New Beach Brunch location a success for 2009
Guests enjoyed beautiful weather
Thank you to all that supported the Seventh Annual Celebrity Chefs’ Beach Brunch, at the Rusty Rudder on October 4th. Guests enjoyed cuisine and beverages from local restuarants and purveyors. It was a beautiful day!
Special thanks to presenting sponsor WSFS Bank.
In 2010 the event happens Sunday, October 3.
Save the Dates!
Meals From The Masters events slated for April 2011
The Meals From The Masters events kick-off with Evening With The Masters in April 2011 at the Chase Center on the Riverfront. This colorful culinary fundraiser features food from 40 of the area’s top restaurants, beer, wine, specialty cocktails, live music and dancing and a silent auction.
The Cellar Masters’ Wine Auction will take place at Evening With The Masters on Friday evening. This auction of rare wines, beers and spirits is the premier party of the event!
And finally, the Celebrity Chefs’ Brunch will take place in April 2011 at Bank of America. A culinary and wine extravaganza featuring masterpiece dishes prepared by 32 world-class chefs. Guests will dine on fine cuisine, taste delightful wines and bid on unique and exciting silent auction items.
For more information, call (302) 656-3257 or click here.
Calling all volunteers!
If you or someone you know is interested in volunteering for one of our event committees, would like to volunteer at an event, or would like to help when needed in the office with mailings and other tasks, please contact Brook Patterson at bpatterson@mealsonwheelsde.org or call (302) 656-3257 to discuss the different opportunities available.
Volunteers are the bread and butter of what Meals On Wheels Delaware does. Your help is important and has a huge impact!
AFP Communications Award
Meals On Wheels Delaware will be honored at the Association of Fundaraising Professionals Brandywine Chapter Philanthropy Day on November 12th with two communication awards. The organization won in the Best Annual Campaign materials and Best Special Event materials categories!
Adopt-a-Senior
For almost 4,000 people in Delaware 60 years of age or older, meals are an everyday concern. Last year, through the efforts of Meals On Wheels Delaware, 600,000 meals were delivered to their homes by caring volunteers.
More than 25,000 of those meals were funded by generous donors like you. We hope that you will continue to give generously during this tough time for seniors, and help to ensure that no senior in Delaware is on a waiting like to receive a hot, nutritious meal delivered to their home.
Click here to donate to our Adopt-a-Senior campaign right now, or call 1-800-62-MEALS
