About us
Community Powered, Trash Devoured!
Our Mission: We are an all volunteer group here to make our area more attractive, protect the environment, build community, and create meaningful, energizing experiences for everyone who joins us. Whether you’re passionate about nature, eager to meet new people, or just looking for a productive way to spend a morning, you’ll find purpose and joy here. When you join us, you’re not just picking up litter—you’re helping to spread optimism, strengthen local connections, and shape a cleaner, kinder world. Come be part of something uplifting. Your presence truly makes a difference.
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Things To Know:
- Most pickup events are held on weekend mornings.
- We provide bags, a pickup tool, and reflective safety vest.
- bring your own work gloves (or buy from us for $1.50)
- Sturdy shoes and clothing are highly recommended.
- Most events have a minimum age–each event will specify.
- Some events will provide snacks & drinks.
- First timers must sign a waiver.
- Afterwards we often go to a restaurant or food court for a social gathering.
- Although there are occasional exceptions, The Pickup Posse focuses primarily on sites in East, Central, and South Raleigh. If Wake Forest and North Raleigh are convenient, please also join our partner group, "Pick o' The Litter"
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Come Help Us Grow:
We welcome your ideas for improvements, other events (pickup or social), and suggested locations to tackle. We also encourage any interest in becoming an event leader.
Upcoming events
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This Litter Light of Mine (540-rt1)
Arby's at Capital Blvd and I-540, 6308 Capital Blvd, Raleigh, NC 27604, Raleigh, NC, USJoin me (Gus) us as we pick up road litter on Capital Blvd by I-540
Pickup tools, bags, and reflective safety vests are provided. Bring your own work gloves (or buy from us for $1.50). Wear sturdy shoes or boots (no flip flops, sandals or crocs)
please arrive 5 minutes early for instructions and materials distribution. As with all events, please check meetup on the day of the event to see if there have been any changes or a cancellation.
Minimum age is 15; newcomers are encouraged. Each volunteer (adult and youth) should complete this waiver, one time only, unless your contact information changes.
3 attendees
Picking Old Poole
Old Poole at Dowling, intersection of Old Poole Rd and Dowling Rd, Raleigh, NC, USWe'll be cleaning the area around the intersection of Old Poole Road and Dowling Road.
We’ve got all the gear you’ll need, but bring your own work gloves (or buy a pair from us for $1.50)
First timers are very welcome. Each volunteer (adult and child) should complete, one time only, our All Future Events Waiver, until/unless your contact information changes.
Minimum age: 16
5 attendeesThis Litter Light of Mine (TBD)
TBD by Gus, 1234 TBD road, raleigh, NC, USJoin me (Gus) us as we pick up road litter in outer east raleigh
Pickup tools, bags, and reflective safety vests are provided. Bring your own work gloves (or buy from us for $1.50). Wear sturdy shoes or boots (no flip flops, sandals or crocs)
please arrive 5 minutes early for instructions and materials distribution. As with all events, please check meetup on the day of the event to see if there have been any changes or a cancellation.
Minimum age is 14; newcomers are encouraged. Each volunteer (adult and youth) should complete this waiver, one time only, unless your contact information changes.
1 attendeeThis Litter Light of Mine (TBD)
TBD by Gus, 1234 TBD road, raleigh, NC, USJoin me (Gus) us as we pick up road litter in outer east raleigh
Pickup tools, bags, and reflective safety vests are provided. Bring your own work gloves (or buy from us for $1.50). Wear sturdy shoes or boots (no flip flops, sandals or crocs)
please arrive 5 minutes early for instructions and materials distribution. As with all events, please check meetup on the day of the event to see if there have been any changes or a cancellation.
Minimum age is 14; newcomers are encouraged. Each volunteer (adult and youth) should complete this waiver, one time only, unless your contact information changes.
1 attendee
Past events
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