What does White Pony Express do?
At White Pony Express, we rescue fresh surplus food from supermarkets, restaurants, and farmers’ markets and deliver it free of charge to organizations that feed the hungry. We also collect and distribute high-quality clothing, children’s toys, and books. We were founded by Dr. Carol Weyland Conner in 2013.
Why is it called White Pony Express?
The name is a mashup of the Pony Express, which innovated getting items to their destination quickly, and the white horse, a symbol of unity in Sufism. Food can go to waste because of excess inventory, sell-by dates or its appearance.
When was White Pony Express founded?
September 2013
White Pony Express (WPE) was founded by Dr. Carol Weyland Conner in September 2013. Troubled by the fact that, in a county of tremendous abundance, thousands of people go hungry or suffer from inadequate, unhealthy diets.
What is the White Pony general store?
The White Pony General Store (WPGS) Program promotes economic independence by providing high quality new and like-new clothing, books, toys, and emergency supplies. Our General Store is regularly contacted by agencies whose clients do not have basic necessities or are looking for on the job attire.
What service programs does the White Pony offer?
We operate two primary service programs: Food Rescue and the White Pony General Store. The White Pony General Store Program (WPGS) distributes new and like-new clothing, shoes, toys, children’s books, and games to our Contra Costa neighbors in need. Our Food Rescue Program started as a grassroots effort by local residents.
Why volunteer with White Pony Express?
A core dynamic of the White Pony Express model is engaging people’s natural desire to be of service to others. Hundreds of volunteers make White Pony Express possible. They volunteer with us because they believe in our mission and know they’re helping neighbors with urgent needs.