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5th Annual Bronx Summer Cleanup Series @Bedford Park

July 12, 2025

09:30 AM - 12:00 PM EDT

New York City Platoon

Event overview

*Sanitation Sign Up: https://sanitationfoundation.galaxydigital.com/need/detail/?need_id=1103321

*Rendezvous Point: Lehman College Gate 8, Bedford Park Blvd W & Paul Ave

Don’t Do The Bronx Dirty.

We’re back for Year 5 of our Bronx Summer Cleanup Series — and this year, we’re going big to celebrate the power of community and borough pride. And yes — every volunteer walks away with a voucher for a pair of Yankees tickets as a thank-you for keeping the Bronx beautiful.

Presented by the Sanitation Foundation and the New York Yankees, the series brings Bronx residents, businesses, and community groups together to take action for a cleaner, greener borough. And with a twist on our new campaign rallying cry — Don’t Do The Bronx Dirty — we’re inviting every New Yorker to show up and show love to their streets.

Last year, 440 volunteers filled more than 600 bags with over 6,140 pounds of litter across five iconic Bronx neighborhoods. This year, we’re building on that momentum with even more energy and celebration of the Bronx we love.

We’ll be cleaning up four of the borough’s most interesting and vibrant neighborhoods - starting on Saturday, July 12, in Bedford Park

*Summer 2024 Highlights:
https://youtu.be/ubhQVONvNKY


*Public Transportation:
4 Train to Bedford Park > Walk
B, D Train - Bedford Park Blvd > Walk
BX10/BX25/BX26/BX28 to Bedford Park Blvd W & Paul Ave
BX38 to Bedford Park Blvd & Jerome Ave > Walk
W4/W20/W21 to Bedford Park Blvd & Jerome Ave > Walk


*Further Details: https://www.sanitationfoundation.org/bronx-series

*WHAT TO WEAR:
Comfortable clothing that can get dirty, and closed-toe shoes.

*WHAT TO BRING:
Water bottle and sunscreen
There is no onsite storage for valuables. We are not responsible for lost or stolen items.

*RESTROOM ACCESS:
We cannot guarantee access to a public restroom during the event; plan accordingly.

*PARTICIPANT AGE REQUIREMENT:
Children under the age of 16 need to be accompanied by an adult.

*PROVIDED MATERIALS:
The Sanitation Foundation will provide all necessary tools and gloves

*ACCESSIBILITY:
Our events are open to volunteers of all abilities. Please email volunteer@sanitationfoundation.org to notify us of any necessary accommodations.

Type

Support Event

What To Wear

TMC blues, Clothes that can get dirty, Closed-Toe Shoes

Accessibility

Uneven terrain;Jobs available for persons with limited mobility

What to Bring

Bring your Bronx Cheer along with a water bottle 💦 & sunscreen🧴and TMC Blues 💙 with you. Hats 🎩 and sunglasses 🕶️ are also recommended. Water and Hand Sanitizer will be Provided by Sanitation Foundation at the Cleanup. Mr. Softee Ice Cream🍦was offered to Participants Last Year at End of Event.

Who's Invited

Groups
Kids (under 13)
Teens
Adults (21+)
Seniors (55+)
Adults (18+)

Event Contact

When and where

Date

July 12, 2025

Time

09:30 AM - 12:00 PM (EDT)

Location

Lehman College

250 Bedford Park Blvd W, Bronx, NY 10468
Bronx, NY

Parking Information

Street Parking near Venue

Bedford Park Blvd W & Paul Ave, Bronx, NY

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