Help Fill Their Plates
Last year, we delivered more than 146,000 nutritious meals to homebound seniors across Buncombe County — the most in our history. That milestone is a sign of our community’s generosity and the growing need we face. Each year, more older adults turn to us for help. Many live alone. Most survive on fixed incomes that can no longer keep up with rising costs of living.
That’s why this year’s Fill Their Plates matching gift campaign matters so much. It is our community’s response to hunger, isolation, and the loss of safety nets.
All donations are doubled thanks to a generous matching gift from The Burns Family Foundation, made in loving memory of Bob and Shirley Burns, along with additional support from our sponsors. Every dollar you give will be matched, helping us reach our $100,000 goal and deliver twice the impact.
Main Course Sponsor
Burns Family Foundation
Bob and Shirley Burns first joined Meals on Wheels in the 1990s. They made weekly meal deliveries to homebound seniors living in the MLK Boulevard and Town Mountain neighborhoods. For nearly 20 years, they served as dedicated volunteers and strongly believed in the mission of Meals on Wheels. Their passion for caring for others, especially the homebound elderly of Buncombe County, continues today through the generosity of their son Matthew Burns who established The Burns Family Foundation in his’ parents’ memory. His generosity continues to feed hundreds of homebound seniors in need. He offers a matching gift this year, helping us double our impact!
Second Course Sponsors
Deerfield has supported Meals on Wheels for over 20 years and is a major contributor to our efforts to enhance food security for seniors. In 2000, they started a cherished tradition of preparing Thanksgiving Day meals for our seniors home alone on the holiday. Since 2001, their residents have been delivering meals to seniors in the Shiloh community every Monday through Thursday.
Aeroflow Health is a leading provider of durable medical equipment and health services, headquartered in Asheville, North Carolina. Committed to improving quality of life through innovative solutions, Aeroflow Health partners with healthcare providers and communities to offer comprehensive medical equipment and supplies, ensuring patients receive the care they need when they need it most.
Third Course Sponsors
Rex Ballard and his team have supported Meals on Wheels for nearly 30 years! During Rex’s tenure as a board member, he helped design and build our current building, enabling us to expand services and serve even more seniors. He and his team often help with general maintenance of our space, including snow removal to keep staff and volunteers safe during inclement weather.
Fields Auto Group is proud to serve our customers in Florida, Illinois, Wisconsin, Washington, and North Carolina. Family-owned and operated, Fields Auto began with the opening of Fields Cadillac in Evanston, IL, in 1971. Currently, they represent MINI, BMW, Bentley Motors, Cadillac, Chrysler, Dodge, Jaguar, Jeep, Karma, Lamborghini, Land Rover & Range Rover, Lexus, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, Ram Trucks, McLaren, Rolls-Royce, Sprinter, Volvo Cars, and Mazda. They also carry an extensive selection of pre-owned vehicles, many of which have extended warranties thanks to manufacturers' Certification Programs.
Fourth Course Sponsors
StoneCreek Health and Rehabilitation provides residents with a staff dedicated to helping them achieve their specific health goals. From physical therapy to nutritional care, their team takes an interdisciplinary approach to healthcare services in Asheville.
DLV Roofing specializes in residential and commercial roofing solutions. Established in 1999 by 3rd-generation roofer Pete De La Vega, DLV Roofing leverages over 200 years of combined experience to provide superior roofing and exterior services.
A & R Accounting provides accounting, tax preparation, and payroll services to businesses in Asheville, NC, and the surrounding area. Their staff includes CPAs (Certified Public Accountants) and an EA (IRS Enrolled Agent) and have been helping businesses of Western North Carolina manage their finances, meet payroll and navigate the complexity of taxation for over 30 years.
