Helping Meals on Wheels Providers Do More With Limited Resources: Levitate Named a MORE Partner

Across the country, Meals on Wheels providers are facing a defining moment.

America’s senior population is growing rapidly, driving unprecedented demand for services. At the same time, nearly 14 million older Americans face food insecurity. Many local providers are operating with waitlists that average three months nationwide, and in some communities extend far longer.

Behind those numbers are small teams working tirelessly to serve their neighbors. Executive Directors, volunteer coordinators, and development leads are balancing fundraising, donor communication, volunteer recruitment, and daily operations. Often, they are doing it all with limited staff and limited time.

That is why partnerships that strengthen local capacity matter.

At Levitate, supporting organizations that strengthen their local communities has always been central to who we are. We believe strong relationships are the foundation of lasting impact, and we are passionate about helping mission-driven teams build and sustain those connections.

We are honored and proud to share that Levitate has been named a MORE Partner through Meals on Wheels America’s Member Offers, Rewards & Expertise program. This marks Levitate’s first national nonprofit partnership and reflects our shared commitment to helping Meals on Wheels providers build stronger relationships with their donors, volunteers, and communities.

What This Partnership Means for Member Providers

The MORE program was designed to help Meals on Wheels America member providers reduce operational costs and expand their impact. In 2025 alone, the program generated $5.5 million in savings for the Meals on Wheels network. Today, 532 member providers work with at least one MORE partner, strengthening their ability to serve seniors in need.

As a proud MORE Partner, Levitate offers exclusive MORE pricing and tailored support to help member providers communicate more effectively and efficiently.

But this partnership is about more than providing technology. It’s about supporting the people behind the mission. It’s about helping small teams stay consistent in their outreach. It’s about making it easier to thank donors, engage volunteers, and share impact stories. It’s about giving local leaders tools that feel manageable, not overwhelming.

Levitate was built specifically for relationship-driven organizations. Today, we serve nearly 1,000 nonprofit clients nationwide, many of whom operate with lean marketing staff or no dedicated marketing team at all. Our platform combines personalized email marketing, texting, automation, and a centralized content calendar with hands-on strategic support from a dedicated Success Specialist.

Through this partnership, we are also providing co-branded content tailored for Meals on Wheels, including structured email and social media support. That means member providers are not starting from scratch. They have access to thoughtful, mission-aligned communication that supports fundraising, volunteer engagement, and community awareness.

For teams that are already stretched thin, that kind of structure can make a meaningful difference.

A Real-World Example: Meals on Wheels Erie

For a clear picture of what this can look like in practice, consider Meals on Wheels Erie.

Serving Erie County, Pennsylvania, since 1971, Meals on Wheels Erie operates with just four staff members and more than 135 volunteers. Together, they deliver approximately 200 meals daily across 15 routes. Like many local providers, their team was deeply committed to their mission but juggling multiple systems and manual processes.

Before Levitate, they relied on an outdated WordPress website, Mailchimp newsletters with limited personalization, and spreadsheets to manage various aspects of their operations.

After implementing Levitate in 2024, the impact was measurable:

• $3,000 raised from a single Giving Tuesday email built from a Levitate template
• A 10 percent increase in Giving Tuesday and annual appeal giving compared to prior years
• An 80 percent average email open rate
• Increased social media engagement
• A redesigned website that improved traffic and made it easier for supporters to donate, volunteer, or inquire

Just as important as the metrics was the experience.

“This is one of the only companies I’ve worked with where I’ve had a designated success specialist,” shared Executive Director Jennifer Hoffman. “Having that support has made it possible for our small team to communicate more consistently and effectively with our donors and volunteers.”

For a program serving hundreds of seniors each day, even incremental improvements in donor engagement and communication efficiency can translate into meaningful mission growth.

And when mission growth happens at the local level, entire communities benefit. More seniors are reached. More volunteers are engaged. More neighbors feel supported.

Meals on Wheels Erie is not unique in its dedication. It is representative of the incredible work happening in local communities nationwide. The goal of this partnership is to help more Meals on Wheels providers experience similar support and results.

Strengthening Relationships to Strengthen Impact

At its core, Meals on Wheels is about relationships. Volunteers checking in on seniors. Donors investing in their neighbors. Community members rallying around a shared mission.

Strong, consistent communication fuels those relationships.

When donor emails are personalized and timely, giving increases. When volunteers receive clear updates and appreciation, retention improves. When social media tells authentic stories, community support grows.

For many local Meals on Wheels providers, the challenge is not understanding the importance of communication. It is finding the time and capacity to execute it well.

That is where Levitate fits in. Our work is rooted in helping organizations build meaningful, lasting relationships with the people who make their mission possible. When communication becomes easier and more consistent, teams can focus on what matters most: serving their communities.

By combining technology with strategic guidance, structured content, and ongoing support, we aim to help Meals on Wheels providers spend less time managing tools and more time advancing their mission.

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Looking Ahead

We are deeply grateful for the opportunity to partner with Meals on Wheels America through the MORE program. The work happening across this network is critical, and the need continues to grow.

Levitate’s goal is simple: to help Meals on Wheels providers do more with the resources they have. More engagement. More consistency. More connection. More impact.

If you are a Meals on Wheels America member interested in learning more about exclusive MORE pricing and how Levitate can support your communication and fundraising efforts, we invite you to explore the partnership and request a personalized demo.

We look forward to supporting the providers that support America’s seniors every single day.