Free supplies. Family-friendly. All are welcome.
The Chicago Parks Foundation provides volunteer groups with supplies and support to independently host clean-ups at any of Chicago’s 600+ parks.
In 2020, the CPF launched our first ever citywide volunteer park clean-up initiative. Thanks to outstanding community enthusiasm, the effort has quickly grown and we have supported thousands of volunteers for hundreds of clean-up events!
Our PIFTP season runs June through October, kicking off with It’s Your Park Day on May 31st. You can host a PIFTP clean-up or join one as a volunteer. Learn more about the options below.
Host a Clean-Up Group
Every PIFTP clean-up needs a point of contact. As a host, you independently lead small volunteer groups in simple 1-2 hour trash pick-ups.
Schedule: You pick the park, time(s), and date(s). June 1st earliest.
Optional: Make the most impact by committing to recurring dates, ex. weekly June-Oct.
Private or Public: Gather your own pals for your clean-up and DIY as a private event. OR choose for your clean-up to be listed as a public event on our platform so additional volunteers can register to join you.
Supply Delivery: In advance of your event date(s), CPF delivers complimentary supplies to you - trash bags, gloves, and promotional signage. Then you lead the clean-up(s) independently and report back to us as needed for support!
*Please note: CPF needs a minimum of 2 weeks advance notice to complete your complimentary supply delivery. Please ensure the event you submit is planned at least 2 weeks in advance.
Join a Clean-Up Event
Want to sign up at a clean-up event near you?
You will find public clean-up groups seeking participants below!
Just complete your free online registration so the host group knows to expect you.
PIFTP events begin June 1st. Dates will be listed here soon. Stay tuned!
Questions About Pitching In?
