Peterson Helps GIV Celebrate 40 Years of Meals on Wheels

Guilford Interfaith Volunteers (GIV) board president Lisa Peterson (at left) has many people to thank and stories to share as this vital nonprofit celebrates 40 years of service for its flagship program, Meals on Wheels. Peterson is shown here with two of many GIV Meals on Wheels drivers, Ann and John Zaaijer, as they load bags of meals for a Friday delivery.

Guilford Interfaith Volunteers board president Lisa Peterson has many people to thank and many stories to share as this vital nonprofit celebrates 40 years of service for its flagship program, Meals on Wheels (MOW).

"Our very first meal deliveries began in July of 1985 when we were delivering about 12 meals a day," says Lisa. "Today, we're delivering approximately 34,000 meals a year. We deliver Monday through Friday, and on Friday, we deliver meals for the weekend if wanted. And if it's a holiday before or after the weekend, we'll also deliver meals for the holiday."

As board president and a former MOW delivery volunteer, Lisa has given her service to the organization in many ways. But what's most gratifying for her is to be a small part of a volunteer program that has developed, grown, and continued to serve its community for four decades. It's a tribute to the efforts of many, from those who came before her to those who continue to serve and support this important cause.

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