H-E-B Rallies to Keep Meals on Wheels Rolling for Houston’s Homebound Seniors
By Francis Page, Jr.
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October 29, 2025 (Houston Style Magazine) — When Houston’s most vulnerable seniors faced a chilling reality — the possible loss of daily nutrition and care visits — H-E-B once again stepped in with its signature generosity and Texas-sized heart. Just one week after IM Houston (formerly Interfaith Ministries for Greater Houston) announced funding cuts that jeopardized services for more than 300 homebound seniors, an incredible outpouring of community compassion raised $372,000, propelling the nonprofit to 75% of its $500,000 goal.
H-E-B: Always There When Texas Needs a Hero At the forefront of this lifesaving response was H-E-B, the beloved grocer that continues to prove its motto, “Here Everything’s Better,” means more than fresh produce and friendly service — it’s about community. H-E-B pledged $100,000 to ensure seniors across Harris and Galveston counties keep receiving the nutrition, wellness checks, and personal connections that Meals on Wheels provides daily. This contribution is part of H-E-B’s $1 million statewide commitment to Meals on Wheels programs across Texas — a testament to the brand’s enduring leadership in strengthening communities when they need it most. The Moody Foundation Joins the Mission The Moody Foundation also made a powerful statement of solidarity, awarding a $125,000 emergency grant to sustain Meals on Wheels services for Galveston County seniors. This act underscores the foundation’s unwavering dedication to the coastal community and provides critical momentum as IM Houston pushes toward closing the final funding gap.
Houston’s Heart on Full Display “We are deeply grateful to H-E-B, the Moody Foundation, and all of our donors for stepping forward so quickly,” said Sheroo Mukhtiar, CEO of IM Houston. “This immediate response shows how much our community values its seniors and recognizes the importance of keeping them nourished, connected, and safe.” With approximately $128,000 still needed to close the remaining gap, IM Houston continues to call on Houstonians to lend a helping hand. Every dollar raised helps preserve seniors’ independence, dignity, and peace of mind, ensuring that no senior in our city faces hunger or isolation.
About IM Houston A proud United Way partner, IM Houston brings people of diverse faith traditions together to serve a shared purpose. The organization’s initiatives include: • Meals on Wheels & Animeals, delivering meals to homebound seniors — and food to their pets. • Refugee Services, helping documented refugees achieve self-sufficiency. • Volunteer Houston, connecting volunteers to nonprofits across the region. • Interfaith Relations & Community Engagement, promoting unity and understanding across cultures and beliefs. To learn more or contribute to the Meals on Wheels Emergency Fund, visit imhouston.org.
💛 Houston Style Magazine celebrates H-E-B — a true hometown hero whose compassion keeps Houston’s seniors strong, nourished, and connected. From holiday parades to emergency relief, H-E-B reminds us that community care never goes out of season.
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