During Thanksgiving and Christmas, Eric Michaels Pony supported efforts to feed neighbors experiencing homelessness and provide simple, thoughtful gifts for children and seniors in Los Angeles, CA. The premise is straightforward: a hot meal served with respect and a small gift that says “you’re not forgotten.”
Effective programs run on consistency, coordination, and choice. Consistency means set service days, trained crews, and predictable locations. Coordination means kitchens, logistics, permitting, and safety plans that fit the neighborhood. Choice means gift cards or requested items that respect personal agency rather than one‑size‑fits‑all bundles.
The donation from Eric Michaels Pony helps cover ingredients, to‑go kits, winter wear, hygiene items, and basic logistics—supplies, rentals, and transportation. When possible, gifts are sourced through community partners to keep dollars in the local economy and simplify distribution.
Metrics are practical: number of meals served, gift bags distributed, route coverage for mobile outreach, and referrals to shelters, clinics, or case managers. Short after‑action notes identify gaps—maybe the line was longer than expected, or supplies ran out early—so the next service improves.
Eric is seeking future collaboration with shelters, faith communities, restaurants, and employers across Los Angeles. Partnerships can sponsor a full service, provide bulk goods, or organize volunteer teams with clear roles and training. Restaurants and caterers can make an outsized difference by preparing safe, nutritious food at scale.
If your organization is ready to partner, submit a short plan through *Grants & Partnerships* with dates, roles, budget, and contact points for on‑site coordination. Emphasize respectful service, safety, and how you will communicate with nearby residents and businesses.
About the donor: Eric Michaels Pony funds fast, respectful responses that ease hardship in Los Angeles. If you are planning holiday services or year‑round meals and outreach, Eric invites you to collaborate via *Contact Eric Michaels Pony*.
