MARCH 18, 2026
CINTAS CENTER AT XAVIER UNIVERSITY
Get into the thrill of March Madness at the third annual Meals Madness Gala! Join us for an evening of dinner, drinks and driving the Meals on Wheels mission. All proceeds benefit Meals on Wheels of Southwest OH & Northern KY and our mission to deliver essential services that promote independence and well-being of seniors.
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About the Meals Madness Gala
March represents the anniversary of the addition of a national nutrition program for seniors to the Older Americans Act. This legislation supported the rapid growth of the Meals on Wheels America network which now collectively serves 2.8 million seniors every year. It also creates an opportunity to combine the excitement of the NCAA March Madness Basketball tournament with an evening of community and philanthropy.
With each gala held, guests have enjoyed March Madness-themed engagement, cocktails, dinner, music and a silent auction with gifts and experiences from local businesses, vendors and organizations. Meals on Wheels have also led programs honoring individuals and community partners who have made outstanding impact on the organization's mission.
The inaugural Meals Madness Gala took place in 2024 at Hard Rock Casino. The second annual Meals Madness gala, pictured below, was held at the Schiff Family Conference Center located at Cintas Center at Xavier University.
For information about the Third Annual Meals Madness Gala, contact Meals on Wheels Events & Partnerships Manager Chelsea Eifert at ceifert@muchmorethanameal.org.
Photos of the 2025 gala by Jenn Prine Photography.