Contra Costa Co. Nonprofit Launches Massive Food Drive
In response to the likely lapse of SNAP benefits due to the government shutdown, White Pony Express is launching a massive food drive in Contra Costa County.
The nonprofit, a food recovery organization serving Contra Costa County, is asking for protein-rich items, shelf-stable foods, and monetary donations.
White Pony Express gets fresh food daily from places like Whole Foods and Trader Joes and delivers it to around 110 nonprofits to distribute.
Leaders say they are already seeing longer lines at food distribution sites countywide and anticipate the need to grow.
Even before the government shutdown, the demand for services is the highest I've seen.
Mary Franklin, a six-year volunteer at White Pony Express, helps to sort the incoming food and has witnessed the increased demand firsthand.
Author's summary: Nonprofit launches food drive to help hundreds of thousands.
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