About us
The Great Raleigh Cleanup is a group for people who want to rid the Raleigh area of its litter problem. It’s for those who’ve seen the problem, decided not to blame anyone but instead to do something about it. We meet 3-4 times a mont, most often on Saturdays or Sundays. Our aim is to leave the area 100x better than we found it! Sometimes that means climbing into ditches and streams but safety is always our #1 priority. All cleanups take place within Raleigh unless otherwise clearly noted! Signup even if there is a waitlist. People change their minds all the time.
Quarterly we will have a 'Kid-Friendly' cleanup. These occur on Raleigh greenways and will be clearly noted in the event title. Bring the kiddos out to these.
We also have a program called Adopt the Block. It's perfect for those that are unable to make it out to the group cleanups. We can even hold a cleanup for you and your coworkers. Email with any questions.
Make sure to complete the Event Waiver!
Happy picking!!!
Upcoming events
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Bush @ Red Hat - Landfill Diversion Event (First Show of the Season)
Red Hat Amphitheater, 500 S McDowell St, Raleigh, NC, USHelp us divert hundreds of cans from the landfill!
We’re diverting recyclable aluminum during a live concert. Volunteers get free show entry, a food/drink coupon, and can enjoy the music during their 3-hour shift.
In the case of a popular show with greater than 15 volunteers registered, service hours and prior event experience will determine attendance.
Important: Please do not ask Live Nation staff for entrance, they are not involved with volunteer check-in.
Note: This is a late-night event, and you’ll smell like beer by the end (comes with the territory).
Open to volunteers ages 16 and up.
Make sure to complete the Event Waiver!
19 attendees
No Man's Land - Cleanup
Hodges Creek Apartments, 2020 Hodges Creek Dr, Raleigh, NC, US### Who own's this piece of land?
Doesn't matter, it has to be cleaned up. Ms Susanna reached out and asked for help and Raleigh Cleanup to the rescue.
Let's help de-litter this piece of property (and get some Mexican food after)
All supplies provided. We just need you.
First time volunteers please complete this waiver.
Let's reclaim this land!!!
11 attendees
Lamb of God @ Red Hat - Landfill Diversion Event
Red Hat Amphitheater, 500 S McDowell St, Raleigh, NC, USHelp us divert hundreds of cans from the landfill!
We’re diverting recyclable aluminum during a live concert. Volunteers get free show entry, a food/drink coupon, and can enjoy the music during their 3-hour shift.
In the case of a popular show with greater than 15 volunteers registered, service hours and prior event experience will determine attendance.
Important: Please do not ask Live Nation staff for entrance, they are not involved with volunteer check-in.
Note: This is a late-night event, and you’ll smell like beer by the end (comes with the territory).
Open to volunteers ages 16 and up.
Make sure to complete the Event Waiver!
17 attendees
Earth YAY! | Our Earth Day Event
Location not specified yetEarth Yay! 2026 🌍
Yes, like Earth Day… but Earth YAY!
We’re putting together a full day for the city:
☀️ Morning movement
🧹 Community cleanup <----------
🌿 Earth Yay! Fair with local vendors, farmers, and sustainability folks
🌮 Food trucks (there will be tacos)And the best part?
It’s free.
No charge. Doing this for the community. The whole damn community.Come meet some good people, learn a thing or two, and leave Raleigh a little better than you found it.
👉 Smash this link for more info
🧹 Signup for the morning movement and/or cleanup
🎪 Apply to be a vendor
🤝 Become a sponsorAll the info >>> raleighcleanup.org/earth-day-2026
38 attendees
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