JOINTHE FIGHT
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- REPORT PROBLEMS
- Spring Cleanup
- Fall Cleanup
- Pothole Repair
- Vacant Lot Clean-up
- Vacant Property
- Graffiti Removal
- TAKE ACTION
- BUILD A BETTER COMMUNITY
- STAY INFORMED
- Resident Resource Guide
- Citywide Cleaning Schedule
- 2025 Fall Cleanup
- 2025 Summer Cleanup
- 2024 Fall Cleanup
- 2024 Summer Cleanup
Report a vacant lot, graffiti, abandoned auto, or overall quality of life issue by calling 311 or by using the form below.
Report a vacant lot, graffiti, abandoned auto, or overall quality of life issue by calling 311 or by using the form below.
Report a vacant lot, graffiti, abandoned auto, or overall quality of life issue by calling 311 or by using the form below.
Report a vacant lot, graffiti, abandoned auto, or overall quality of life issue by calling 311 or by using the form below.
Report a vacant lot, graffiti, abandoned auto, or overall quality of life issue by calling 311 or by using the form below.
Report a vacant lot, graffiti, abandoned auto, or overall quality of life issue by calling 311 or by using the form below.
Gateways to Philadelphia
Clean and green corridors welcoming the world to our city in 2026 and creating a legacy for the future.
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Twice-A-Week Trash Collection Program
This new initiative in the fight against illegal dumping was launched in 2024 in South Philly and is now set to expand to North Philly with Phase 2 launching on January 5, 2026.
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William Penn Foundation Grant Community Cleaning Program
A community powered effort to end litter and illegal dumping, partnering with SEAMAAC and the OEEC to uncover root causes and create lasting change.
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NEW Department of Sanitation Bulk Collections Program
Residents can now schedule large, bulk item pick up curbside by appointment only. This convenient solution for getting rid of bulk items that are not picked up during regular trash collection (like refrigerators, air conditioners, tires) takes the burden off of residents to transport these large items to a Sanitation Convenience Center.
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Participate in a household hazardous waste drop off event
CLICK HERERequest a Recycling Bin
CLICK HEREKnow what items to recycle
CLICK HEREUse your Sanitation Convenience Center
CLICK HERERecycle your Christmas tree
CLICK HERETake your leaves and yard waste to a Sanitation Convenience Center to be recycled
CLICK HEREApply for the Future Track Program
Apply to be a City of Philadelphia Future Track Trainee - $17/hour. Application period runs through July 15, 2024.
CLICK HEREPlant a tree through Tree Philly
CLICK HEREBecome a Taking Care of Business (TCB) Ambassador
CLICK HEREBecome a Block Captain
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Young Ambassadors Program - The program builds community stewards and civic leaders by empowering young Pennsylvanians to become ambassadors in their community for a shared vision of a clean and beautiful Pennsylvania. Ambassadors will train and network with industry leaders, state agencies, local media, and the Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful network to prepare them to be difference-makers in their communities by building their leadership and problem-solving skills. Applications are being accepted April 1 through June 10.
Litter Free School Zone – The Litter Free School Zone program is an opportunity to develop a school-wide stewardship ethic, and to set an example for the community. We provide a sign for posting on the school grounds.
Open Your Eyes to Litter – A series of five educational activity books for kids in grades K through 6 that cover topics including - what is considered litter, where does trash go, the history of lier, etc. They are available for downloading. We are currently revising these and all will be available in English and Spanish, and all will have a teacher’s guide that expands on the activities and topics included in the books.
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Provides a way for students in kindergarten through grade 6 to express their concerns about litter through art (posters), words (essays) or video. This is an annual contest that culminates with an awards ceremony at the PA State Capitol Building for the winning students.
CLICK HEREA year-round community improvement program. Registered events are eligible for free cleanup supplies such as bags, gloves, and safety vests from March 1 through May 31 and September 1 through November 30, as supplies last
CLICK HEREKPB is partnering with America250 to offer grants for stewardship projects that improve the community and engages volunteers. (open to existing America250PA partners)
CLICK HEREFor elected officials to recognize individuals or groups committed to environmental stewardship and making a difference in their communities.
CLICK HEREFarm Philly
Farm Philly’s Community Compost Network is accepting applications for their 2nd cohort of compost sites
CLICK HEREPhiladelphia Parks & Recreation
Apply for a seasonal positions with PPR, including 2 with the PPR Sustainability Team
CLICK HEREFairmount Park Organic Recycling Center
Get up to 30 gallons of free compost and mulch at the Fairmount Park Organic Recycling Center. Open Monday-Friday 8am-2:30pm and Saturdays 8am-11:30am starting in April.
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Learn how to get involved with various CLIP programs
CLICK HEREStreetSmartPHL
StreetSmartPHL is your portal for viewing information about Streets Department activities.
CLICK HERESchedule a community meeting with a city leader (PMBC, SWEEP Officer, etc.)
Schedule a community meeting with a city leader
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Organize a group to participate in the tire roundup
CLICK HEREOrganize a Philly Spring OR Fall Cleanup project
The citywide cleanup event portal is currently closed. Please check back here in July 2024 for the Fall Cleanup event registration opening or visit phillyspringcleanup.com.
Organize a PMBC Cleanup project
Organize a PMBC Cleanup project
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Sign up to stay informed about what the Office of Clean and Green is doing to make Philadelphia the cleanest and greenest big city in the nation.
STAY INFORMED SIGNUP
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The Resilient Communities Stormwater Initiative (RCSI) Philadelphia Clean & Green Resource Guide is designed to make it easier for individuals and community leaders to implement greening in their neighborhoods and advance their community goals. CLICK HERE to learn more.
For Spanish and Chinese versions, CLICK HERE.
Thirteen (13) weeks of citywide cleaning will happen all summer long to help make Philadelphia the safest, cleanest, and greenest big city in the nation.
Click on the map in your area to find out when cleaning is scheduled and to track progress during the program.
Citywide Cleaning – Week 1 Highlights
Citywide Cleaning – Week 2 Highlights
Citywide Cleaning – Week 3 Highlights
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Citywide Cleaning – Week 12 Highlights
Citywide Cleaning – Week 13 Highlights
Thirteen (13) weeks of citywide cleaning will happen all winter long to help make Philadelphia the safest, cleanest, and greenest big city in the nation.
Click on the map in your area to find out when cleaning is scheduled and to track progress during the program.
Thirteen (13) weeks of citywide cleaning will happen all summer long to help make Philadelphia the safest, cleanest, and greenest big city in the nation.
Click on the map in your area to find out when cleaning is scheduled and to track progress during the program.
Thirteen (13) weeks of citywide cleaning will happen all winter long to help make Philadelphia the safest, cleanest, and greenest big city in the nation.
Click on the map in your area to find out when cleaning is scheduled and to track progress during the program.