What We Do
We collaborate with volunteers, business partners, and government leaders to take action and make Massachusetts a cleaner, greener place to live, work, and play. Get involved today.
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Explore Our Programs
Our programs leverage the power of volunteers to reduce litter, promote waste reduction and recycling, and beautify Massachusetts communities.
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Corporate Community Service
Is your business looking for a worthy community service project? We will match you with a local municipality in need of volunteers and ensure it's a successful day for all involved.
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Join the Mass Litter Cleanup Crew
Take the pledge to keep your community litter-free and we'll ship you a Litter Cleanup Kit!
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Join a Community Service Event
Volunteer for a community service event in your area or list your event on our calendar.
OARS Annual River Cleanup
It's our 35th Annual River Cleanup. September 17 - 19!
Join OARS staff and a team of volunteers to tackle sites needing a larger group effort. A site leader will be present at each site with supplies. The cleanup will be followed by a celebration with pizza.
• We will provide trash bags, cotton work gloves, hand sanitizer, and bug spray.
• Please bring masks, hats, sunscreen, water — and favorite work gloves, if you have them.
• Wear long pants and closed-toed shoes that can get wet and dirty.
Our plan is to work in the towns listed in our online registration form, but because of all the rain the rivers are high and we have been unable to assess the sites. Please choose your town preference when you register and we will confirm locations during the week before the cleanup.
The registration, including participant waiver, is required. Those under 18 must have a parent/guardian fill out the form. All Covid restrictions will be followed.
Please register via the Registration link below.
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Cleanup Events in 2023
115+
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Volunteer Hours
9,000+
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Tons of Litter Removed
125+
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Value of Volunteer Services
$500,000+