Upcoming Events

19th Annual March for Meals
On March 22, 1972, President Richard Nixon signed into law a measure that amended the Older Americans Act of 1965 and established a national nutrition program for seniors 60 years and older. For nearly 50 years, these critical programs – commonly referred to as Meals on Wheels – have delivered more than just nutritious meals to homebound seniors in virtually every community across the country. While our 2021 March for Meals activities might not look like they always have, it’s more important than ever to celebrate the power and importance of Meals on Wheels amid this unprecedented time in our nation’s history.

 

Host an Event  | Epicurean Dining Club  | Star Chefs & Vintners Gala

Star Chefs & Vintners Gala

San Francisco’s most exciting food and wine event of the year is Meals on Wheels San Francisco’s Annual Star Chefs & Vintners Gala. Northern California’s most illustrious chefs come together for this one-night-only epicurean extravaganza, which features an hors d’oeuvre and wine reception, a sit-down, three-course dinner, and a lavish dessert reception. Benefits of Gala sponsorship include on-site, print, online, and media recognition; tickets and invitations; and more. Please contact David Miranda, Director of Events & Corporate Relations, at dmiranda@mowsf.org or (415) 343-1280 for more information about Gala sponsorship opportunities.

33rd Annual Star Chefs & Vintners Gala has been canceled. Learn more here.

Epicurean Dining Club

Joining the Epicurean Dining Club is a unique way to support Meals on Wheels San Francisco while enjoying a unique and memorable culinary experience. Each year, it raises more than $100,000 to provide meals and services to homebound seniors.
  • Epicure tables, which seat six, are donated by top-rated restaurants in Northern California.
  • Epicure restaurant tables are paired with individuals or corporations that make a contribution of $3,000 to Meals on Wheels San Francisco.
  • Epicure tables include a specially prepared chef’s tasting menu, wine pairings, gratuity and special attention from the restaurant.
  • Epicure tables may be enjoyed most weekday evenings from February through August 2019. (Availability may vary according to individual restaurant policies.)
Leadership Table for Ten — $8,000
Gary Danko
Gary Danko is generously providing two tables in the private dining room. They will be awarded on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Epicure Table for Six — $3,000
Generously provided by:
Official Epicure wine sponsor:
How are donors paired with restaurants?
In January 2019 Epicurean Dining Club members will be paired with participating restaurants in a “lottery style” drawing. To purchase a table, please contact David Miranda, Events and Corporate Relations Director, at dmiranda@mowsf.org or (415) 343-1280.
 

Host an Event

Are you interested in hosting an event for MOWSF?
As an individual, corporation, business, or group, you can host an event and designate Meals on Wheels San Francisco as the beneficiary. Fundraisers produced by our community partners provide public awareness and important financial support that we need in order to provide nourishment to homebound seniors in every neighborhood of San Francisco.
 
Hosting an event is a wonderful opportunity for you to support San Francisco seniors in need, while also receiving marketing exposure and valuable consumer contact. Your fundraising event can be a dinner, concert, bowl-a-thon, wine tasting, restaurant promotion, art auction, food festival, silent auction at an existing event, or even a portion of the proceeds of a sold item. If you have an idea for an event to benefit MOWSF, we’d love to hear it.
Support for Sponsored Events
MOWSF is invested in the success of your event. Depending on the size, timing, and nature of your event, we may be able to provide support in a variety of forms:
  • Marketing Support. We can provide MOWSF’s name, logo, mission statement, and other organizational information for promotional purposes. Depending on the timing, availability, and scope of your event, we may be able to provide on-site event signage and event collateral materials, and we may be able to publicize your event through our regular e-newsletters (8,000 + circulation), website and social media promotion, and/or special invitations.
  •  Volunteers. MOWSF has a robust volunteer database and may be able to provide volunteers to help staff your event. Examples of volunteer services include coat check attendant, registration staff, setup, and catering support. (For more information, see Event Volunteering.)
  • Acknowledgment. We do our best to provide enthusiastic acknowledgment of our sponsors and contributors. This may include the website, annual report, and/or other print or online recognition of your generous support.
Special Event Guideline
Please contact us to discuss your event, and before using our name, logo, or mission statement to publicize your event or pursue event sponsorship. We ask that the percentage of event proceeds to benefit MOWSF and/or the total contribution amount be established with us in writing in advance of the event. We will send you our tax I.D. number for your tax deduction purposes. Please know that we are eager to hear your fundraising ideas, but your event may not always be well suited for MOWSF or we may not be able to provide you with the level of support you need for your event. We are always grateful for your ideas and your offers of support.
 
 
If you are interested in hosting or sponsoring an event to benefit Meals on Wheels San Francisco, please contact David Miranda at dmiranda@mowsf.org or 415-343-1280.