Our Total Impact Since 2020
7,656 lbs
Litter removed from streets & sidewalks
1,341 lbs
Recycling diverted from landfill
85+
Cleanup events organized
1,000+
Volunteers participated in cleanup events
About The Litter Legion
We started in the summer of 2020 to help address the impact of the $106 billion pandemic-related budget cuts to the NYC Department of Sanitation.
Since our start, we have hosted over 70 group cleanups with over 600 participants, including at least 250 unique volunteers.
In 2021, we hosted 35 community cleanups where we collected a total of 70 bags of recycling and 2,287 pounds of loose litter.

Get Involved with The Litter Legion
Whether you're looking to connect with others in the neighborhood while helping a cause or want to fly solo, we got you covered.


The Merch Store is Live!
Congratulations to Lisa Koeber, winner of our 2023 T-Shirt Design Contest with her Retro Raccoon design.
We also selected three runner ups, Minna Lee's Trashformer, Chelsey Hill's Superhero Trash Rat and Debo Gaffaney's Litter Legion Classic
More styles & colors available!
