Contributed by Marlene Munsell
Wasilla Area Seniors, Inc. (WASI) and Meals on Wheels of Mat-Su are gearing up for our first ever Pie-it-Forward event! We are asking local commercial bakers and restaurants to donate 5-10 pies, (Apple, Pecan, Pumpkin, or house specialty). In addition, we have five levels of sponsorship through which individuals, organizations and businesses can help support this event. Pies will be picked up from commercial kitchen donors on November 20th and delivered to buyers, or picked up at the Wasilla Senior Center on the 21st.
The public will be able to purchase pies for a $25 donation to Meals on Wheels from October 15th through November 15th. The number of pies is limited, so buyers will want to act fast to ensure they get one. This is a great way to add a delicious pie to your Thanksgiving celebration, and you can even Pie-it-Forward to a senior on our Meals on Wheels program by donating it to Meals on Wheels recipients. Or you might share it with a friend, club, or fellow employees. Of course, pie isn’t perfect for everyone. If you don't want the calories you can donate a Pie-it-Forward Virtual Slice for as little as $5. To purchase pies or make a donation you can find us at Eventbrite or our Facebook page.
The goal of this fundraiser is to add 2,600 meals to our Meals on Wheels program during the holiday season. It’s a delicious way to help seniors, serve your family and friends, and lessen the baking stress this Thanksgiving. Let’s all help seniors in the Mat-Su!
Your company name and logo will be included on all flyers and our social media posts. If you have any questions or would like to Pie-it Forward, please email WASI at marlenem@alaskaseniors.com or call us at 376-3104. To purchase pies or make to donate, you can find us at Eventbrite or our Facebook page.