Started in 2008 and recognized by Keep America Beautiful as the largest single-day, citywide cleanup in the U.S., the Philly Spring Cleanup is the City’s annual kickoff event of the cleaning season. Residents, civic organizations, businesses, and nonprofits all work together to remove litter, beautify blocks, and spruce up shared spaces like parks, gardens, and recreation centers.
Since its inception, the Cleanup has managed to grow each year both in size and scope—evolving beyond cleaning and debris removal to beautification projects with longer-lasting effects. And it shows no signs of slowing down. The 2021 Philly Spring Cleanup is scheduled for Saturday, April 10th. Please take note of the new COVID-19 guidelines for keeping you and your neighbors safe.
Due to the pandemic and stay-at-home orders, the 2020 Philly Spring Cleanup was cancelled. With new COVID protocols in place, the Streets Department is poised to continue the tradition of kicking off the City’s cleaning season with the help of volunteers in every area of the city on April 10, 2021.
NEW COVID-19 PROTOCOLS
Safety Guidelines for Volunteers
The City of Philadelphia recently launched PHLDonateTech, an initiative calling on residents and businesses to share their reusable technological devices so that the City can provide them to families and people in need. The campaign asks you to share any laptops and desktops computers that remain in reusable condition. Learn more.
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