JerseyCommunityFoundation News & Analysis

Meals on Wheels Jersey Receives £38,000 Support Amid Fuel Costs

Meals on Wheels Jersey received £38,000 from the Jersey Community Foundation to support meal deliveries for about 100 people, four days a week. The organization's recruitment of new volunteers faces challenges due to rising fuel costs, with many potential volunteers declining because they drive at their own expense. Despite having over 200 volunteers, the increasing petrol prices are discouraging participation. This matters for service operations as higher costs could impact volunteer availability and overall service delivery.