Legacy Link is proud to announce the distribution of $5,000 in Senior Hunger Mini Grants to two outstanding organizations: VFW Post 7807 in Hiawassee, GA, and The Place of Forsyth. These grants will aid in combating senior hunger and ensuring that older adults in our communities have access to nutritious meals and essential resources.
Supporting Senior Hunger Initiatives
These mini grants are designed to support local organizations working to reduce food insecurity among seniors. By providing funding for community-driven initiatives, Legacy Link reinforces its commitment to enhancing the well-being of older adults throughout the region.
- The Place of Forsyth County – Awarded $2,500, The Place will focus on “Today’s Seniors” by enhancing food access through its Homebound Senior Outreach Program. This initiative serves 25-30 homebound seniors weekly across Dawson and Forsyth counties, addressing their physical, emotional, and cognitive needs. By providing weekly food deliveries, the program helps alleviate food insecurity while allowing seniors to allocate limited income toward other essential expenses. Additionally, it fosters social engagement as seniors interact with delivery staff and volunteers, helping to prevent isolation and promote cognitive well-being. Beyond food support, the program connects seniors with essential resources and coordinates home repairs and maintenance, enabling them to age in place safely and with dignity.
- VFW Post 7807 (Hiawassee, GA) – Also awarded $2,500, this organization will address both “Today’s Seniors” and the “Health Impact of Senior Hunger” through its Honour Our Veterans – Operation Nourishment for Our Heroes This initiative will provide grocery store gift cards to older veterans within Northeast Georgia, ensuring they have access to nutritious food. By targeting veterans experiencing food insecurity, the VFW aims to locate and support those in need, ensuring they receive the assistance they deserve.
Eligibility and Service Area
Organizations seeking these mini grants must focus on at least one of the five priority areas outlined in Georgia’s Plan to Address Senior Hunger:
- Today’s Seniors – Serving a diverse population of older adults
- Health Impact of Senior Hunger
- Food Access
- Food Waste and Reclamation
- Meeting Community Needs
The funding must be used to benefit older adults within one or more of the 13 counties in the Legacy Link Service Area, including Banks, Dawson, Forsyth, Franklin, Habersham, Hall, Hart, Lumpkin, Rabun, Stephens, Towns, Union, and White.
Making a Difference
Through these grants, Legacy Link empowers local organizations to make a meaningful impact in the fight against senior hunger. Collaboration is key in addressing food insecurity, and we are grateful to our grant recipients for their dedication to serving our senior community.
We eagerly anticipate the outcomes of these programs and are honored to partner with these organizations in working toward ending senior hunger.
Stay Tuned for More Information
April is Senior Hunger Awareness Month—stay tuned for more updates on how you can get involved!
For more information about our programs and future grant opportunities, please visit Legacy Link’s website or contact us at 770-538-2650. If you want to support our mission to support and advocate for aging adults and individuals with disabilities to be their link to a better life please consider donating to Legacy Link.