Champions Week:
Leaders Delivering
More Than Meals
During Champions Week, elected officials join Vivalon staff and volunteers to deliver meals to older adults and homebound neighbors across Marin—seeing firsthand the impact of nutrition services in their community.
A Week of Hands-On Community Leadership
Champions Week brings elected officials into the community, where they join meal delivery routes and meet the residents who depend on daily nutrition services.
This experience highlights the essential role of home-delivered meals in supporting health, independence, and dignity for older adults and individuals with disabilities in Marin.
Highlights from Champions Week
Day 1
Champions Week kicked off with Congressman Jared Huffman, San Anselmo Mayor Steve Burdo, and Fairfax Mayor Stephanie Hellman joining Vivalon meal delivery routes across Marin. Alongside staff and volunteers, they delivered meals, met recipients, and experienced firsthand how nutrition services provide nourishment, connection, and support to older adults and people with disabilities.
Day 2
We continued the momentum with Marin County Supervisor Eric Lucan, Marin County Supervisor Mary Sackett, and San Rafael Councilmember Rachel Kertz. Alongside staff and volunteers, they delivered meals, met recipients, and experienced firsthand how nutrition services help older adults and people with disabilities remain healthy, independent, and connected to their community.
Nutrition Services Are Essential
Meal Delivery
For homebound older adults and those navigating chronic health challenges, every meal is a beacon of care through Vivalon’s Meals on Wheels and Nourish programs. When we knock on their door, we’re delivering more than sustenance; we’re providing a friendly face and a warm conversation that brightens their days.
Our impact: Over 123,000 meals lovingly prepared and delivered annually, nourishing the souls of Marin residents.
Food Pantry
Through our Brown Bag Pantry, Marin residents can access the nutrition they need at no cost. Imagine this scene: a bustling space filled with fresh groceries, to help those facing the challenge of food insecurity.
Our impact: Over 100,000 meals distributed, bringing sustenance and hope to Marin residents.
Vivalon Café
Welcome to a community of connection at Vivalon Café, where compassionate volunteers serve up more than just meals.
Our Impact: Over 12,000 meals served, each one a blend of deliciousness, nutrition, and affordability.
Open Monday-Friday, 11:30 am to 1:30 pm at our Healthy Aging Campus, 999 Third Street, San Rafael.
Click here to check out our weekly menu and discover monthly special events.
Community Champions in the News
Champions Week helps shine a spotlight on the growing need for nutrition services and the impact they have on older adults and people with disabilities throughout Marin. Explore recent media coverage highlighting the event and the community leaders who joined Vivalon meal delivery routes this year.
- “An Increasing Number of Older People Are Going Hungry” – KCBS Radio
- Behind every meal, a bigger need: Huffman rides with Vivalon to spotlight senior hunger – Local News Matters
- Nonprofit Engages Local Officials To Spotlight Food Insecurity – SF Gate
Get Involved
Volunteer
Help bring nourishment, connection, and care to older adults and people with disabilities throughout Marin.
Contact us at [email protected] or 415-456-9067 to sign up today, or click here for more info.
Donate
Help ensure older adults and people with disabilities continue to receive the meals and support they depend on every day.
Make a donation here.
Join the Team
Help deliver nutritious meals and meaningful connection to older adults and people with disabilities by joining our team as a Home-Delivered Meals Specialist.
Learn more and apply here.