Dateline January - March 2020 | Page 12

Gladstone 55+ Program Independent School District 622 2520 E 12th Ave North St Paul MN 55109 651-748-7250 Hours Monday–Friday 8:00 am–3:30 pm NON-PROFIT ORG U.S. POSTAGE PAID TWIN CITIES MN PERMIT NO. 4263 Program Staff Cheryl Gysbers Coordinator Abby Kemmerer Meals on Wheels Specialist Carrie Garcia-Alt Receptionist Mary Kay Olson Program Clerk Program Mission To enhance the quality of life of adults by promoting, sponsoring and coordinating programs and services that advocate for independence and well-being. A Gift of Time or Money Imagine the impact Did you know that the inability to grocery shop and prepare food is a major contributing factor to people having to leave their homes and move to residential facilities? Last year, the generosity of financial supporters along with the 152 kind-hearted volunteer drivers resulted in 18,274 meals served to senior citizens and individuals with disabilities, and helped many to remain in their homes. With your help, this valuable service can continue Every year we count on donations from organizations and individuals like you to sustain this valuable service to the community. This year we have a specific financial need beyond food and supply costs. We need to replace our walk- in cooler, which was installed in 1951 and is original to the building. Our most affordable option is to purchase a used cooler, but even so, our total cost for the cooler, renovation, and installation is estimated to be around $20,000. (A new cooler would cost significantly more!) Our normal operating budget cannot bear this expense without additional donations. With only one paid staff position, this program is 100% dependent on volunteers for the delivery of meals. Delivery takes approximately one hour and training is provided. We have the ability to be very flexible in scheduling drivers. All you need is a valid driver’s license and a reliable vehicle. You will be asked to complete a background check and volunteer application prior to driving a delivery route Thank you for your commitment to the community Please consider a monetary gift and/or becoming a volunteer driver this year to help ensure that Gladstone Meals on Wheels will continue serving our community for many years to come. Just complete the contribution section on the registration form on page 11. Make checks payable to Gladstone Meals on Wheels. If you prefer, you can donate online at www.isd622.org/mow and click on “Donate to Meals on Wheels.” For information on volunteer delivery call 651-748-7250.