Lead The Change : Join The Greatest American Cleanup

No matter the size of your group—whether it’s a handful of friends, a club, or a large organization—you can be a force for good in your community. The Greatest American Cleanup is your chance to be part of the largest cleanup effort in history, just in time for America’s 250th Birthday on July 4, 2026.
Pledge Now

I pledge to lead my community in the Greatest American Cleanup, working together to create a cleaner, greener future. We’ll pick up litter, recycle, plant native species, and inspire everyone to join us in beautifying our neighborhoods. Together, we’ll make a lasting impact and celebrate a more beautiful community by America’s 250th Birthday on July 4, 2026.

Take The Pledge

More Ways You Can Inspire, Encourage and Activate Your Community

America’s neighborhoods need leaders like you! Across 25,000 communities, groups are stepping up to take charge of picking up litter, boosting recycling, and beautifying public spaces. By leading a cleanup or organizing a local beautification project, you’ll be inspiring others to join the Greatest American Cleanup and creating a brighter, greener future for everyone.

Ready to make a difference?

Download our simple guide on how to organize a cleanup complete with tips, checklists, and safety precautions.

Download Toolkit

Inspire others to join the Greatest American Cleanup!

Download our communication toolkit complete with logo, event flyers and a few social media assets to help spread the word.
Download Toolkit

Encourage your local, city, and state leaders to sign our Declaration of Action!

This simple framework makes it easy to keep your communities clean, green and beautiful.

Declare Your Support

Our Latest Stories

Share Your Story

Do you have a story about work being done in your community? If so, we would love to hear from you.

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The Greatest American Cleanup is made possible by the support of great companies like these:

American Express Foundation

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Special thanks to the artists that donated their time and talent to our cause:

Photography: Nancy Andrews 

Vocalists on Videos: Eric Scott &  Patty Reese