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H‑E‑B donates $75,000 to Corpus Christi Meals on Wheels program
Summary
City Manager Peter Zanoni announced a $75,000 donation from H‑E‑B to the city's Meals on Wheels program, which staff estimated would provide roughly 9,600 additional meals for seniors over the coming year.
City Manager Peter Zanoni announced that grocery retailer H‑E‑B has donated $75,000 to the city's Meals on Wheels and elderly nutrition services program. Zanoni said the donation will help support both home‑delivered meals and meals served at senior centers.
Program context: Zanoni described the city's elderly nutrition services budget at about $578,000 annually, with roughly $200,000 allocated to the Meals on Wheels home‑delivery program and about $379,000 for congregate meals at senior centers. Staff estimated H‑E‑B’s gift would allow about 9,600 additional meals for homebound seniors over a year.
Remarks and next steps: A representative from H‑E‑B (Beth) thanked the city and invited staff to a photo and community events during the holiday season. City staff publicly recognized city cooks and food‑service employees who prepare the meals.
Representative quote
"We're proud and happy today to announce this $75,000 grant for the Meals on Wheels program," City Manager Peter Zanoni said, thanking H‑E‑B for its partnership.
What to watch
Look for council follow‑up on how the donation will be applied to the operating budget and for scheduled community events (H‑E‑B Feast of Sharing was mentioned for December 20).
