Wendy Gets Into Character
Wendy Gets Into Character
2026 Wendy’s Whereabouts
The World’s Biggest Mascot in Your Neighborhood
Downloadable Recycling Resources
Our Big Mascot has a Big Message
Wendy the Waste Truck® was created in honor of Wendell (Wendy) Yonker, the founder of Homewood Disposal Service. They’re both committed to protecting the planet’s resources for the next generation.
Wendy the Waste Truck loves to recycle and is all about keeping the environment clean and safe for his friends (that’s you)! Wendy is also the mascot for our education program. He has gathered a team of recycling experts who are visiting schools to help educate students about the different ways they can help protect the environment. You can catch Wendy at local community events and parades. Wendy runs on environmentally friendly Compressed Natural Gas (CNG).
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Wendy Recycles
Wendy is quite popular these days! He is always getting invited to fun events in the area like Irish Parades, Memorial and Labor Day Parades, 4th of July Parades and many community touch-a-truck events. He loves getting out in the communities that he serves and spending time with fellow garbage and recycling truck enthusiasts!
Wendy’s in Your Neighborhood
Wendy sees a lot of stuff while picking up from thousands of homes each week. But nothing gets him more excited than when he sees a bin full of recyclables! He noticed that sometimes people aren’t sure what to put in the recycling bin so he helped put together a detailed list to share! Download the printable list or visit our interactive recycling guide to become an expert recycler just like Wendy!