The Red Stuff

Meals on Wheels Chicago

Meal Delivery Driver

Deliver hot, nutritious meals to homebound seniors and individuals with disabilities. Routes take 2-3 hours and include friendly wellness checks that may be the only human contact recipients have all day.

weeklyChicago, ILongoing need

Why this matters now

Critical service for isolated seniors

Overview

Deliver hot, nutritious meals to homebound seniors and individuals with disabilities. Routes take 2-3 hours and include friendly wellness checks that may be the only human contact recipients have all day.

Skills needed

  • Valid driver's license
  • Reliable vehicle
  • Compassion

Cause areas

  • elderly
  • hunger
  • healthcare

Time & location

Commitment

weeklyongoing response

Location

Chicago, IL

Scripture alignment

Matthew 25:40

"Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me."

Jesus teaches that caring for the vulnerable is caring for Him directly.

John 13:34

"Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another."

Jesus roots action in self-giving love.

I’m interested

We’ll notify the partner organization and email you next steps.

Checklist

  • Orientation completed online
  • Background check (if mentoring)
  • Willingness to pray with neighbors

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