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2025 Impact Report | Fort Bend Seniors Meals on Wheels

Serving Seniors Since 1974

2025
Impact
Report

Delivering independence, nutrition, and connection for seniors across Fort Bend and Waller Counties.

Together, We Can Deliver.

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The Numbers Tell the Story

Every number represents a senior in Fort Bend or Waller County who received a nutritious meal, a friendly visit, a ride to a senior center, or a place to connect with others.

369,611 Meals Delivered
2,100+ Seniors Served
1,000+ Seniors Served Daily
19,414 Rides Provided
6 Senior Centers
51 Years Serving

"If we didn't receive the Meals on Wheels, we would not be able to live independent at home. Thanks for the Meals on Wheels."

— Fort Bend Seniors Neighbor

More Than Meals

Doug Simpson, CEO

Doug Simpson

Chief Executive Officer

Every meal delivered represents more than nutrition. It represents connection, dignity, and care.

During 2025, Fort Bend Seniors continued its mission of ensuring seniors across Fort Bend and Waller Counties remain independent and supported. Our staff and volunteers delivered 369,611 meals, provided 19,414 rides, and ensured seniors across two counties remained connected to their communities.

Many of the seniors we serve live alone. They face daily challenges: food insecurity, isolation, and limited mobility. For some, the daily visit from a volunteer driver is the only face-to-face contact they receive.

This work happens because of a community committed to the belief seniors matter. Donors, volunteers, corporate partners, and public leaders stand behind our mission every day.

Together, we are delivering more than meals.

Doug Simpson, CEO
Fort Bend Seniors Meals on Wheels

56% of seniors feel lonely. Social isolation raises the risk for high blood pressure, cognitive decline, and dementia.

How We Serve

369,611
Meals Delivered in 2025

Home Delivered Meals

Volunteer and staff drivers deliver hot, nutritious meals to homebound seniors across Fort Bend and Waller Counties every day. Each delivery includes a wellness check and a moment of human connection.

"The meals are certainly needed and enjoyed. The knock on the door is a joyful sound."

— Home Delivered Meals Neighbor

6
Senior Centers Across Two Counties

Senior Centers

Six senior centers across Fort Bend and Waller Counties provide a place for seniors to gather, eat a hot meal, and participate in activities. These centers fight isolation and build friendships.

"The warmth and camaraderie of our site coordinator has created a friendly environment. I am so much happier now. It feels good to belong."

— Senior Center Neighbor

19,414
Rides Provided

Supportive Services

Nutrition alone does not keep seniors safe and independent. Fort Bend Seniors provides transportation, benefits counseling, and other services to ensure seniors remain in their homes.

Transportation19,414 rides provided to seniors in Fort Bend County to attend senior centers.
Wellness ChecksEvery meal delivery includes a safety and wellness check on homebound neighbors.
SocializationSenior center programming designed to reduce isolation and build community.

The Heart of Our Mission

Every meal reaches a senior's door because a volunteer chose to show up.

382 Volunteers
12,861 Volunteer Hours
$440,000+ Saved Through Volunteers

"The program is great. I love the food. If they don't come, I just drink milk."

— Fort Bend Seniors Neighbor

Stewardship and Accountability

$0.76
Of every dollar goes directly to programs for seniors. Program Efficiency — Fiscal Year 2025

2025 Revenue

$5,019,603

Government31.8%
Grants27.9%
Contributions23.7%
In Kind8.5%
Development/Events5.8%
Other2.2%

2025 Expenses

$4,324,926

Programs76.6%
Management13.2%
Fundraising10.2%

1 in 6 seniors in the United States faces hunger. Loneliness carries the same health risk as smoking 15 cigarettes a day. For many of our neighbors, the daily visit from a volunteer driver is the only face-to-face human contact they receive.

DELIVER

D
Dignity
Honor and respect every senior.
E
Empathy
Listen with compassion.
L
Leadership
Step forward and solve problems.
I
Integrity
Act with honesty and accountability.
V
Volunteer Spirit
Serve with gratitude.
E
Excellence
Pursue high standards in everything.
R
Respect
Value every person you encounter.

2026 Board of Directors

Manish SethBoard Chair
Meena SanjayVice Chair
Terri StuartSecretary
Barbara NaiserTreasurer
John Archer
Ferrell Bonner
Roy Cordes
Frank Fraley
Dr. Nissi Hamilton
Patsey McKnight
Dr. Cleo Wadley
Helen Jimenez
Doug Simpson
CEO
Cindy Nidever
Chief of Staff
Rick Branek
Field Ops Manager
Destinie Ramirez
Client Care Manager
Kristie Phillips
Dir. of Development
Liz Toomey, CPA
CFO

Together, We Can Deliver.

Every meal, every ride, every visit happens because of people like you. Your support keeps seniors in Fort Bend and Waller Counties fed, connected, and independent.