Service Projects
Many of available funding sources cover meals and delivery costs exclusively, but Fort Bend Seniors provides so much more. We are always looking to partner with community members and other organizations to meet the further needs of our seniors.
Senior Centers – Bingo Prizes
We operate 6 senior activity centers and are always in need of supplies. Needs include coffee supplies, disposable paper goods, cleaning supplies, and Bingo prizes. Please check out Amazon list for the most up to date needs.
Bingo Prizes can include:
- Laundry Supplies (Detergent, Fabric Softener, Dryer Sheets, Bleach, etc)
- Dish Soap, Dishwashing Detergent
- Cleaning Supplies (Ajax, Fabuloso, Toliet Bowl Cleaner, Trash Bags etc)
- Paper Goods (Toilet Paper, Paper Towels, Kleenex)
- Personal Hygiene Items (Toothpaste, Lotions, Deodorant, etc)
Fort Bend Seniors Secret Santa
Join us for one of Fort Bend Seniors Meals on Wheel’s favorite holiday traditions!
For 18 years, every Meals on Wheels client has received a special gift at the beginning of the holiday season. Once again, we are collecting large, reusable holiday-themed shopping bags filled with a new, gender-neutral towel set and at least one personal item.
The 2026 Secret Santa Drive will be held November 2 – December 4.
Secret Santa Gifts Include:
- Reusable Holiday themed shopping bag
- New gender-neutral towel set (Bath towel, hand towel, and wash cloth)
and at least one of the following:
- 2027 large print wall Calendar
- Shampoo/Conditioner
- Toothbrush (soft) and toothpaste
- Soap
- Lotion
- Jar opener
- Flashlight / Nightlight
- Large print activity books such as Sudoku/Crossword/Word Find Book
- Large piece puzzles
- Slip-proof socks
- A Christmas trinket
- No food or glass items please
You can also purchase your gifts from our Secret Santa Amazon Wishlist and they ship directly to our office!
All gifts should be placed in a large holiday-themed reusable shopping bags so they can be easily delivered to seniors during their regular meal delivery, and they can use the bag again. (No tissue paper needed)
Deadline to Drop Off Gifts is Friday December 4th at 1330 Band Road, Rosenberg, just past the Fort Bend County Fairgrounds.
- Gifts can be dropped off Monday – Friday, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm at our administrative offices on the back side of the Bud O’Shieles Community Center.
Delivery Vans
Our drivers pride themselves on the cleanliness and maintenance of the FBS vans they drive. Not only to keep our seniors healthy but also to extend the life of the vehicles. We have created an Amazon list with every day items such as fluids and washing supplies but also things they may need in an emergency. Our vans are used 5 days a week and cover 2 counties.
Arts & Crafts
We have instructor lead Arts & Crafts classes at our larger congregate centers and supply craft kits to the smaller centers. Please check our Amazon Wish List for current needs.
Pet Food Drive
Please purchase bags of pet food weighing 7 pounds or less so they are easy for seniors to lift.
- Dry dog food
- Dry cat food
- Check our Amazon list for the most current need
Other Options
Activity Drive
- Puzzles (under 500 pieces)
- Large Print Crosswords/Sudoku/Puzzle Books
- Large Print Books
- Arthritis Pens
- Decks of Cards
- Audio Books on CD
Severe Weather Drive
- New Box Fans
- Hats & Scarves
- Blankets
- Flashlights
(Please contact us to verify current need)
Other Items
- Bottled Water
- Coffee & Coffee Cups
Bingo Sponsorship
The senior centers’ most popular activity are the Bingo games. Sponsorship opportunities for corporations, businesses, and groups are available. Company volunteers sit among the players to help mark cards, claim prizes, etc. and a representative of the company calls out numbers. Your banners can be hung, and logo items can be included as prizes.
ITEMS WE CANNOT ACCEPT:
- Used clothing or furniture items
- Expired canned goods or food
- Children’s items
- Opened bags of pet food, canned pet food, or expired pet food
- Opened packages of adult diapers
Please donate gently used items to Fort Bend Women’s Center ThriftWise Resale Stores and opened packages to your local animal shelter.
Emergency Preparedness
A 2014 study found less than 25% of older adults have an emergency plan. Of those surveyed a quarter live alone and a third were disabled or in poor health. Our older population is most vulnerable in a time of crisis, so being prepared today means a faster response time and less stress in the future.