Lead The Change : Join The Greatest American Cleanup
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.
Inspire others to join the Greatest American Cleanup!
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.
Our Latest Stories
Recycling Just Got Easier at Grand Teton National Park
Newly installed recycling station, fishing line bins, and cigarette receptacles help reduce litter and encourage recycling.
Planting Seeds of Service: Lucinda Robb on Family Legacy, Civic Engagement, and the Beauty That Builds Community
Lucinda Robb—granddaughter of President Lyndon B. Johnson and Lady Bird Johnson—shares how legacy, service, and small acts can spark lasting change.
Keep America Beautiful Announces $5,000 Grant for Lady Bird Johnson Park, Honoring Former First Lady’s Legacy of Beauty in Time for Mother’s Day
Grant supports replanting of flowers and trees and other restoration in national park located on scenic George Washington Memorial Parkway along Potomac River.
Share Your Story
Do you have a story about work being done in your community? If so, we would love to hear from you.
The Greatest American Cleanup is made possible by the support of great companies like these:
American Express Foundation
Dart
Special thanks to the artists that donated their time and talent to our cause:
Photography: Nancy Andrews
Vocalists on Videos: Eric Scott & Patty Reese