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From Coast to Creek: Volunteers Mobilize for 2025 Beach & Riverside Cleanup
From September 20 through September 28, families, community organizations, and individuals across Oregon and Southwest Washington came together for the annual Beach & Riverside Cleanup, centerpiece of Fall with SOLVE.
Sep 303 min read
Fall with SOLVE: Register for the 2025 Beach & Riverside Cleanup
As the season changes and the air turns crisp, we turn our attention to restoring and protecting the places we’ve spent the summer exploring. Whether you're back in school, out on the trails, or staying closer to home, there’s a fall project waiting for you.
Sep 23 min read
Kick Off: 2025 Summer-Long Waterway Cleanup Series
This seasonal initiative, a partnership between SOLVE and Clackamas Water Environment Services (WES, )unites community members in protecting Oregon’s rivers, streams, and creeks through hands-on litter cleanup events across the region.
May 132 min read
A Cleaner Region, One Bag at a Time: Thousands Step Up for the 10-Day Oregon Spring Cleanup 2025
The Oregon Spring Cleanup, presented by Portland General Electric, wrapped up this week with powerful results and even stronger community...
Apr 234 min read
Registration Open for the Annual Oregon Spring Cleanup
Individuals, families, community and corporate groups are invited to join the Oregon Spring Cleanup taking place from April 12 to April 22.
Mar 273 min read
SOLVE Volunteers Honor Dr. King’s Legacy Through Day of Service
Close to 350 SOLVE Volunteers honored Dr. King’s legacy through a Day of Service and picked up 2,100 lbs of litter from Albina neighborhood.
Jan 212 min read
Community Spirit Shines at The Great Powell Cleanup: Over 1,200 Pounds of Trash Removed
Over 1,200 pounds of trash removed from Powell Boulevard. Mayor-elect, Keith Wilson, lending his support.
Nov 13, 20241 min read
Community Spirit Shines Bright at the Inaugural Pick It Up, Vancouver!
Today, October 11, 2024, volunteers celebrated the inaugural Pick It Up, Vancouver! cleanup event, proudly sponsored by Killian Pacific....
Oct 11, 20241 min read
Wrap-Up of Waterway Cleanup Series
The Waterway Cleanup Series focused on enhancing the cleanliness of waterways throughout Oregon.
Oct 4, 20241 min read
Communities Unite for a Cleaner Future: Results from the Annual Beach & Riverside Cleanup
From September 20 through 28, families, community organizations, and individuals across Oregon and SW Washington joined the annual cleanup.
Sep 30, 20243 min read
Now Open: Registration for the Beach & Riverside Cleanup 2024
SOLVE invites volunteers to make a global impact this September by joining the annual Beach & Riverside Cleanup September 20 through 28.
Aug 29, 20242 min read
Make a Global Impact: Join the 2024 Beach & Riverside Cleanup
Join our annual Beach & Riverside Cleanup September 20 - 28 an be part of a global impact.
Aug 6, 20242 min read
Make a Splash this August: Join the Willamette River Cleanup
Help clean the waters and riverbanks of the Willamette River with SOLVE this August.
Jul 25, 20242 min read
Watershed Discovery: Join Our Ongoing Cleanup Efforts
The Waterway Cleanup Series continues through October. Become part and make a positive impact on our waterways.
Jun 28, 20241 min read
Join the Movement: Pick It Up, Portland! Needs you
SOLVE is seeking volunteers and event leaders for the city-wide effort Pick It Up, Portland! on June 21st and June 22nd.
May 31, 20241 min read
Protect Our Waters: Waterway Cleanup Series Seeks Volunteers for Summer Events
The annual Waterway Cleanup Series, a collaborative effort between SOLVE and Clackamas Water Environment Services, has launched for 2024.
May 14, 20242 min read
Over 4,000 SOLVE Volunteers Celebrated Earth Day Across 126 Oregon Spring Cleanup Events
The Oregon Spring Cleanup, in partnership with Portland General Electric, concluded on Earth Day yesterday with resounding success.
Apr 23, 20243 min read
More than 100 Volunteer Opportunities are Open for Registration as SOLVE's Oregon Spring Cleanup Starts April 13
The Oregon Spring Cleanup kicks off April 13 and more than 100 volunteer opportunities are open for registration.
Apr 11, 20242 min read
Registration is Live for Oregon Spring Cleanup, SOLVE's Annual Earth Day Celebration
From April 13 to April 22, families, community members, neighborhood associations, and environmental enthusiasts are invited to engage in...
Mar 12, 20242 min read
Step Up as an Event Leader for the Oregon Spring Cleanup 2024!
We're looking for passionate individuals ready to take the lead in our annual flagship event and celebration of Earth Day: Oregon Spring...
Feb 6, 20241 min read
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