Meals With A Friend, Inc is a community-based organization that brings people together through shared meals and genuine conversation. Our mission centers on easing loneliness by strengthening social connection. We pair individuals with caring volunteers who share a meal, offer a friendly visit, and engage in meaningful conversation. It is not just about food. It is about presence, kindness, and helping people feel noticed, valued, and supported.

Meals With A Friend is for individuals who would enjoy regular companionship, conversation, and the comfort of sharing a meal with someone who cares. We serve people who may live alone, have limited social interaction, or simply appreciate meaningful connection and friendly conversation.

Clients come to MWAF through referrals from family members, friends, neighbors, social workers, senior centers, healthcare providers, faith communities, and local organizations. Some individuals also reach out directly through our website or community outreach efforts.

You can reach us anytime via our contact page or email. We aim to respond quickly—usually within one business day.

At the start of the organization, there may be a modest cost to help cover basic operating expenses such as meals, coordination, and scheduling. This allows MWAF to provide consistent and reliable services while we grow.

Our long-term goal is for services to become free or fully subsidized through grants, donations, fundraising, and partnerships with local restaurants and community supporters. No one is turned away solely because of inability to pay.

Short Answer: A shared meal and meaningful conversation in a relaxed, respectful setting.

A meal visit is centered on connection, not just food. A volunteer arrives with a prepared meal and spends time sharing conversation in a calm and welcoming environment. There is no agenda and no pressure.

Conversation may include everyday life, memories, interests, current events, or simply enjoying the meal together. Each visit is guided by the client’s comfort level, preferences, and pace.

The goal is for clients to feel seen, valued, and reminded that they matter.

A friendly visit focuses on companionship and presence. It may or may not include a meal. Volunteers spend time listening, talking, and offering consistent human connection.

Friendly visits are not clinical or task-based. They are relationship-focused and designed to feel natural, dignified, and supportive.

Yes. Volunteers receive guidance focused on compassion, boundaries, reliability, and respectful engagement. Our goal is to ensure a positive and safe experience for both clients and volunteers.

Visit frequency depends on client needs, volunteer availability, and scheduling. Some clients receive weekly visits, while others may receive biweekly or monthly visits.

Referrals can be made by contacting us through our website, email, or phone. All referrals are handled with care, discretion, and respect.

Support can include volunteering, donations, sponsorships, restaurant partnerships, or simply sharing information about MWAF with others. Every form of support helps strengthen connection in our community.

Yes. Meals With A Friend, Inc. is a registered nonprofit organization with 501(c)(3) status. Donations may be tax-deductible as allowed by law and are used to directly support meals, friendly visits, volunteer coordination, and program growth.

Our nonprofit status allows us to pursue grants, accept donations, and build partnerships with community organizations and local restaurants. These efforts help reduce costs for clients and support our long-term goal of making services accessible to everyone.