H-E-B Donates $75,000 to Support Local Meals on Wheels Program

CORPUS CHRISTI, TX — At today’s regularly scheduled City Council meeting, the Council accepted a one-time donation of $75,000 from H-E-B for the Meals on Wheels program. 

This donation is part of a statewide giving initiative by H-E-B to support Meals on Wheels Programs across the state. This funding contribution will enable the Parks & Recreation’s Elderly Nutrition Program to deliver approximately 9,677 additional meals to 30 more elderly residents during fiscal year 2026, increasing the program by over 15.7%. Last year, the program successfully distributed 51,943 meals to 266 residents.

“With H-E-B’s generous support, we can significantly expand our reach, serve more seniors than ever before, and reduce our waiting list,” said Robert Dodd, Director of Parks and Recreation. “In addition to receiving a healthy meal, the program offers a watchful eye on the health and safety of our home-bound seniors.”

Since the 1970s, the City’s Meals on Wheels program has been a vital service for seniors aged 60 and older who face mobility challenges, such as preparing meals. All meals are prepared by City staff at the Nutrition Education Service Center, also known as the Central Kitchen.

To learn more about Corpus Christi’s Meals on Wheels program, visit our website, www.CorpusChristiTX.gov/Nutrition-Services. 

For more information, media representatives may contact Santos Villarreal, Senior Public Information Officer, at 361-826-3490 or by email at santosv@cctexas.com.