WPE's Earth Day
Fundraising Campaign
SAVE THE PLANET - FEED YOUR NEIGHBOR
The White Pony Express Annual Spring Fundraiser Launches Today, and Angel Donors Are Matching up to $250k by April 22nd!
 
Donate by Earth Day (April 22) to support White Pony Express’ charge to fight climate change, protect our environment, and invest in the earth for generations to come!
 
Did you know that the U.S. discards more food than any other country in the world: almost 40 million tons each year? 40% of the food we produce is thrown away! This food – produced and never consumed – wastes the water and energy required to produce it… And rotting food produces massive amounts of methane.
 
The good news is there’s a solution that not only prevents the dangerous environmental impacts of food waste – it can also wipe out food insecurity for good!
 
The White Pony Express Food Rescue Program rescues and delivers high-quality surplus food to school pantries, senior centers, county agencies, churches, shelters, and soup kitchens where it nourishes our hungry neighbors. WPE connects surplus food to those who need it most.
 
Through our volunteer-powered model, WPE has rescued and delivered 18 million pounds of food, resulting in 12.5 million meals, and mitigated 17,000 tons of GHG emissions from entering our atmosphere. 
 
Join the movement to protect our precious planet and take care of our hungry neighbors. Every dollar donated up to $250k is matched (doubled!) by our Angel Donors between now and Earth Day.
Welcome, Colin Mackie, Newest WPE Board Member!
Volunteer Appreciation Shoutouts!

At White Pony Express we depend on our volunteers to keep fresh food and goods flowing into the community. WPE is a volunteer-powered organization – not only do they support day-to-day operations, they also occupy positions of leadership and act as our ambassadors. A resounding thank you to all of our volunteers!

Here are some special shoutouts to three extraordinary examples of love in action:


"Ray is incredibly helpful with such a sunny disposition, always smiling and laughing, always going the extra mile plus some! The best of the best!" - Debbie, WPE Volunteer


"Maxine is an exceptional and indispensable member of the General Store team. She maintains an organized showroom and keeps our systems up and running. Maxine believes in the “why” we do what we do, knowing that the “what” and the “how” will follow. She’s a gift to the organization!"- Eve, WPE Executive Director


"Pablo has revolutionized food rescue by injecting it with an organized aesthetic. He has simplified our branding, so everyone on the road seeing a WPE vehicle knows what we do. In his brief tenure here, he has done an immeasurable amount for the image and operational efficiency of WPE." - Gary, WPE Operations Manager

The New White Pony Express Food Rescue App is Here!

BECOME A FOOD RESCUE HERO!

Help End Hunger and Combat Climate Change with White Pony Express!
White Pony Express is on a mission to end hunger in Contra Costa County and now it’s easier than ever to volunteer with the brand new White Pony Express app

Becoming a Food Rescue Hero is EASY as 1-2-3
Step 1: DOWNLOAD the app and SIGN UP to be a Food Rescue Hero! 
Step 2: COMPLETE the online Food Safety Training.
Step 3: CLAIM a ‘food run’ via the app and off you go! 

No long-term commitment needed. In as little as an hour you can make a difference by delivering surplus food to our neighbors in need. Food rescue prevents healthy, fresh food from being wasted by delivering it to families in need.  

If you are a local restaurant or catering company, you can set up regular or one-time food rescue pick-ups by contacting Pete at peterolsen@whiteponyexpress.org.

White Pony Express Merch Page: New Online Store!

Will you ‘wear’ your love for WPE for all to see!? Snap up some snazzy WPE merch! Enjoy 100% spun-cotton t-shirts in all sizes, cozy hoodies, and high-quality WPE terrific tumblers to hold your hot (or cold) beverage at our new WPE Online Merchandise Shop! 100% of proceeds go toward supporting WPE Food Rescue and General Store programs. 

Donate Items for Our Online Fundraising Auction!

The‘All of Us’ Auction was so much fun we’re bringing it back this summer! Do you have a vacation home you can donate for a night or two to benefit WPE? Or will you consider donating high-end items like jewelry, designer wear, or other high-value goods? Please send them our way! WPE is also looking for restaurant certificates for Bay Area dining. All inquiries are welcome! Email development@whiteponyexpress.org to coordinate.

Cars for Cash: A Partnership Between the Rotary and WPE

Do you have a car to donate? Cars2ndChance accepts vehicles of ALL types, in ANY condition, RUNNING or NOT. They do not have administrative overhead as Cars2ndChance is composed entirely of volunteers. This program is consistent with the Rotary International motto “Service Above Self” and WPE’s motto “All of us taking care of all of us!”