Homage racing to raise $10,000 for Thanksgiving meal deliveries to homebound seniors

Homage Senior Services is working against the clock to close a $10,000 funding gap needed to provide its annual Thanksgiving meal delivery for some of Snohomish County’s most vulnerable residents.

The more than 50-year-old nonprofit serves over 25,000 older adults and adults with disabilities each year. But budget cuts and strained funding have created challenges for this year’s holiday effort, which brings a hot meal — and a reminder that someone cares — to seniors who would otherwise spend Thanksgiving alone.

This year, Homage plans to deliver 660 hot Thanksgiving dinners, plus packaged leftovers for the following day, to more than 330 homebound clients who have no family nearby and cannot prepare a meal on their own. An additional 100 low-income seniors and adults with disabilities living at Everett’s Bakerview apartments will also receive meals.

In all, nearly 800 holiday meals will be provided across the community.

Decades-long tradition continues

For more than 20 years, Homage employees and more than 100 volunteers have started their Thanksgiving mornings before sunrise, preparing and delivering turkey dinners across Snohomish County. Beresford Booth Lawyers once again plans to lend its support by helping with cold food prep the day before the holiday.

The effort is coordinated by Homage’s Meals on Wheels Program and includes handmade cards and flower arrangements created by volunteers – gestures that can mean as much as the meal itself.

“This tradition continues to bring together our staff, volunteers, and their families in a meaningful way,” said Leah Hammon, Homage’s director of nutrition. “The handmade cards and flower arrangements our volunteers create add such a personal touch to each delivery. For many seniors, this visit and the warm meal we provide represent more than just Thanksgiving dinner — it’s a reminder that their community cares about them and that they're not forgotten during the holidays.”

Eligible recipients must be 60 or older or living with a disability, homebound, unable to prepare a holiday meal, and expected to spend Thanksgiving alone. Homage determines the list from its existing clients.

Donations urgently needed

Homage still needs $10,000 to cover the costs of food, supplies, and delivery.

"Your support brings holiday joy to seniors who might otherwise be alone," Hammon said.

Homage CEO Jay Kang emphasized the longstanding impact of the program.

“This Thanksgiving program represents the heart of what Homage stands for — bringing people together to care for our most vulnerable neighbors,” Kang said. “It’s a privilege to continue this important tradition that has touched so many lives over the years.”

Community members can donate at Thanksgiving 2025 Meal Delivery – Homage. Contributions will be accepted after the holiday as well.