Transportation to the Cleanup
In order to make sure there is plenty of space for those attending the Cleanup & Volunteer After Party we are providing details for transportation options to get you there! There will be perks for those attending the volunteer after party who use these alternative means of transportation.
The Rapid
The Rapid has a variety of options to get you to your registered cleanup location or the volunteer after party!
The day of the Community Cleanup your volunteer wristband will allow you to get to and from you cleanup location and the volunteer after party at John Ball Zoo for free.
Lime
Lime Scooters and Bikes are also a fantastic option for those that would like to try them out.
Other Transportation Alternatives
Ride the bus, your bikes, scooters, skateboards, rollerblades or even Carpool with friends!
Learn more about local initiatives and programs.
Environmental Programs & Education
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Habitat Hero Program
John Ball Zoo has their Habitat Hero program along with other conservation efforts happening throughout the year.
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Friends of Grand Rapids Parks
From planting trees to park initiatives a great way to continue to celebrate earth day every day!
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WMEAC - West Michigan Environmental Action Council
Over 50 Years
Of Environmental ActionWest Michigan Environmental Action Council recognizes that it is essential for the organization to operate within the values of diversity, inclusiveness, and racial equity as part of our strategy to achieve our vision and mission.
Environmental Justice Organizations
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Grand Rapids Climate Coalition
The Grand Rapids Climate Coalition is a growing alliance of individuals, community groups, neighborhood associations, nonprofits, faith groups, businesses, and educational institutions.
We have come together for this goal: mobilizing collective power to ensure equitable access to a clean, healthy, just, and livable community and climate.
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C4 - Community Collaboration on Climate Change
The C4 is a facilitator and mediator of partnerships, of education, and of consensus building, and creates the space for a robust climate justice movement in our community. C4 will provide spaces for partners and residents to engage, resolve conflicts, build strategies, share resources, align vision, and most importantly shift the focus of environmental work to be more equitable.
