Requests for Proposals
The GLSS Nutrition program is seeking bids for a caterer’s contract for Meals on Wheels and Congregate Meals.

Click here for the instructions and bid specifications for the RFP.

Sealed bids will be accepted up to 5:00 pm on July 11th 2025. Bids that are mailed must be postmarked no later than July 11th. Bids received after that date endorsed or signed will be rejected.
PROPOSALS MUST BE SUBMITTED IN TRIPLICATE AND ENCLOSED IN A SEALED ENVELOPE MARKED “SEALED BID” AND ADDRESSED TO:

Nick Anander, Nutrition Program Director
Greater Lynn Senior Services, Inc.
8 Silsbee Street
Lynn, MA 01901
 

(781) 599-0110
FAX:  (781) 477-9631
 

Service area: Lynn, Lynnfield, Nahant, Saugus, Swampscott

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The Phoenix Food Hub and Greater Lynn Senior Services invite community organizations to apply for funding that supports nutrition initiatives and the reduction of food insecurity in Lynn. 

This funding will support community initiatives that:

• meet a specific and demonstrated need.
• serve populations that are typically harder to reach.
• strengthen collaboration across the PFH network.

The deadline to apply is 5 pm on Monday, June 30, 2025.

For full details and application materials, please visit 
https://phoenixfoodhub.org/For-Providers
 

If you have questions, please contact Lema Sharifi, Community Grants Administrator, by email lsharifi@glss.net.

GLSS requests proposals from organizations to provide services in Lynn, Lynnfield, Nahant, Saugus, and Swampscott to persons 60 and older under Title III-B of the Older Americans Act. 

 

Anticipated maximum funding allocations:

• Up to $32,000 for in-home support for maintaining independence including assistive technology, transportation access and availability, affordable healthcare, staying active/wellness promotion, access to services (nutrition, financial services, health insurance applications), access to healthcare, affordable housing (including home modification and accessing rental assistance); and outreach and services that provide support to elders experiencing social isolation including digital literacy and intergenerational opportunities. Current grants average $7,500 each.
• Up to $27,000 for elder legal services.

 

Project funding period: October 1, 2025 to September 30, 2026 with an opportunity for renewal October 1, 2026 to September 30, 2027 pending federal funding and the achievement of identified service objectives.

All grants are subject to the availability of federal funding. Minority businesses/organizations are encouraged to apply.

For application materials, please click here

Completed applications are due no later than 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 17, 2025. Contact Heather Sievers, Title III Planner, by phone 781-599-0110 ext. 6707 or email HSievers@GLSS.net for application materials or more information. GLSS is an AA/EEO agency.

 

 

 

If you have comments, please contact hsievers@glss.net.

 

 

Come by the GLSS table at North Shore Pride Festival on June 28 at the Salem Common. The event runs from 11:00-5:00 p.m.,, with a parade kicking off from Shetland Park in Salem at 12:00 Noon.   

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Thanks to Eileen Burk; Kathryn Burns; Pattyanne Lyons; Mary Magner; Ann and Bob Miller; Heather and John Sievers; Joe Victory; and our mascot Tricky for leading the charge!

You can help by donating here: https://give.projectbread.org/team/653275

Thank you to our staff members Chheang Ngeth, Moeun Him, and Nawin Vong for attending and promoting GLSS programs and services at the annual Khmer New Year Celebration on Lynn Common on May 3.

The Family Caregiver Support Program invites caregivers and the people they care for to join in hands-on workshops in the Phoenix Food Hub teaching kitchen on the four Tuesdays in May (6, 13, 20,and 27) from 1:00-2:30 p.m. To RSVP or for more information, contact Michele Parr or 781-586-8635.

The Food and Thought program will explore the benefits of hydroponic gardening— a soilless growing technique with various advantages over traditional gardening, including water savings, faster growth, space efficiency, nutrient control, and higher yields. "These low-maintenance gardens are perfect for spaces like apartments and are easy to set up and operate, even for beginners," says Lynn O'Neal, LMHC, who oversees the Food and Thought program. Spaces are limited. Call GLSS at 781-599-0110 if you are interested in participating.