Urgent Need: NW Portland Sparkle!

Join us for a community-driven litter cleanup in the heart of NW Portland! We're gathering to help keep our neighborhood clean, beautiful, and sustainable by picking up trash along key streets, parks, and public spaces. Whether you're a seasoned volunteer or new to cleanup events, everyone is welcome to participate in making a positive impact on the local environment.

SOLVE defines some cleanup areas as sites with a high concentration of litter that poses a threat to public safety and environmental quality. This cleanup is not family-friendly or suitable for anyone under the age of 18 due to an increased presence of hazardous materials. Safety guidelines will be put in place before the cleanup begins.

At this event, you may encounter or be exposed to the following elements:

• Close proximity to active unhoused communities.
• Close proximity to abandoned unhoused encampments.
• The presence of used hypodermic needles among the garbage.
• Other hazardous materials such as bio-waste.

Advanced Registration: Is highly suggested but not required. Please sign up (green button below) ahead of time to guarantee your spot.

Meeting Location: We will meet outside the Boedecker Cellars Winery, Tasting Room and Bottle Shop. Look for SOLVE signs.

Address: 2621 NW 30th Ave Portland, OR 97210 | Map Link

What to Bring: Please wear closed-toed shoes and weather-appropriate clothing, and bring a backpack for hands-free convenience. Feel free to bring your personal tools if available and a reusable water bottle to support our sustainability efforts.

What's Provided: SOLVE will provide litter grabbers, gloves, high visibility vests, and bags.

Restrooms: No public restrooms are available

Parking: Street parking is available.

Transit: Not available nearby

Accessibility: This area is accessible for folks with mobility concerns.

Translation Services: There will not be a Spanish speaker present at this event.

Participant Age Guidelines: Required 18 and Over

Groups: If you'd like to register a group, please create a team first. For detailed instructions, review our Teams Guide.