About 1 billion pounds of pumpkins are thrown away in the United States every year.

Compost Carpool is hosting a pumpkin recycling events at Mindful Market as an easy, clean and convenient way for the communities we serve to sustainably dispose of these nutrient-rich materials and turn them into compost to feed the soil and support local farms.

All sizes of pumpkins and gourds will be accepted. Please no painted, bleached, wax or glitter covered pumpkins.

Donation is requested to support our 501c3, Compost Carpool Food Project.

The Food Project supports communities that are underserved by working with local farmers, grocery stores, food suppliers and distributors to limit food waste, increase access to nutrient-rich foods and educate consumers, bridging the gap between abundance and food insecurity to improve health outcomes. Details on the website link below.