Spring is the best time to organize a community or neighborhood cleanup project — before grass and weeds have a chance to hide trash and make retrieval more difficult.

Neighborhood cleanups are usually organized by neighborhood associations. Other community groups who might organize or help with a cleanup include:

• Non-profit organizations Schools
• Community Colleges and Universities (conservation, environmental, service clubs, etc.)
• Youth groups such as 4-H clubs or Boy/Girl Scouts
• Churches
• Juvenile and adult probation/community service programs
• General public

Find some helpful tips for organizing a successful neighborhood cleanup event.

If you live in Lincoln, Nebraska, information about your local Neighborhood Association is available on-line. Find out if there are any upcoming cleanups in your community. Links to local neighborhood associations.