Is Meals For The Elderly a non-profit organization?
Meals For The Elderly was incorporated as a not-for-profit in 1974.
Are donations to Meals For The Elderly tax-deductible?
The IRS considers donations of cash, securities, and property as charitable deductions for income tax purposes. All gifts are acknowledged in writing, noting the exact amount of the donation.
How will my gift help a homebound elder?
Your gift of:
$720 will provide meals for 1 year
$180 will provide meals for 3 months
$ 60 will provide meals for 1 month
$ 15 will provide meals for 1 week
How can I contribute financially?
Make a donation to be applied where the need is greatest.
Make a donation in memory or in honor or a loved one or friend.
Adopt-a-grandparent contributions are made by purchasing a specific number of meals for a homebound senior.
Contribute to the CFC Fund: Meals For The Elderly # 3011.
Contribute to the SECF Fund: Meals For The Elderly # 403020
Contribute to the Meals For The Elderly Endowment Fund. The Fund uses only the interest. Thus, your donation becomes an "eternal gift to seniors in need".
Charitable Remainder Trusts are another way to contribute. The donor would receive an annual income, while earning charitable tax deduction and avoiding capital gains on appreciated property.
Remember Meals For The Elderly in your will.
