Upcoming Events
Past Events
Earth Day Wrap Up - Friday 4/29/22
Join Keep Oakland Beautiful for an evening of delicious food and drinks, music, and more celebrating a month of Earth Day events!
Get your tickets here! $50 ticket goes directly to KOB projects and comes with food and drink for one person.
You are invited to a fun-filled and inspiring evening celebrating a month of keeping Oakland green through Earth Day events and honoring Keep Oakland Beautiful’s small grant awardees. Join us for an outdoor event* featuring delicious food and drinks, music, a silent auction, and a moving program highlighting Oakland community members dedicating to beautifying their communities.
All event proceeds will support Keep Oakland Beautiful’s mission to create and sustain a beautiful, clean, green, litter-free Oakland.
Keep Oakland Beautiful is committed to creating an inclusive event. If the ticket price is prohibitive, please contact [email protected] to discuss alternative options.
** This event will adhere to all Alameda County public health guidelines in effect. Attendees are required to show proof of vaccination in order to attend this event. We will be checking vaccination cards at the door. **
Thank you to our sponsors:
Please contact [email protected] to learn more about sponsorship opportunities.
*Weather permitting, the event will primarily be held outdoors.
Get your tickets here! $50 ticket goes directly to KOB projects and comes with food and drink for one person.
You are invited to a fun-filled and inspiring evening celebrating a month of keeping Oakland green through Earth Day events and honoring Keep Oakland Beautiful’s small grant awardees. Join us for an outdoor event* featuring delicious food and drinks, music, a silent auction, and a moving program highlighting Oakland community members dedicating to beautifying their communities.
All event proceeds will support Keep Oakland Beautiful’s mission to create and sustain a beautiful, clean, green, litter-free Oakland.
Keep Oakland Beautiful is committed to creating an inclusive event. If the ticket price is prohibitive, please contact [email protected] to discuss alternative options.
** This event will adhere to all Alameda County public health guidelines in effect. Attendees are required to show proof of vaccination in order to attend this event. We will be checking vaccination cards at the door. **
Thank you to our sponsors:
- Waste Management
- Blue Shield CA
- Scavenger Hunts by Let’s Roam
- Adventures from Scratch
- Sipsmith Gin and Maker's Mark
Please contact [email protected] to learn more about sponsorship opportunities.
*Weather permitting, the event will primarily be held outdoors.
Earth Day - April 22, 2022
There are so many great ways to get involved to help keep Oakland clean and beautiful this Earth Day! The city of Oakland is hosting clean up events all around town - there's something for everyone!
Check out this spreadsheet for our full list or the map below!
Check out this spreadsheet for our full list or the map below!
Volunteer with KOB Interns and Tree-Plenish on Sat 3/26/22
Students from Bishop ODowd High School need volunteers to help them plant saplings on 2022-03-26 to replenish their school's paper usage. Please fill out this form to sign up your team! We recommend teams of 2-4 people.
Form closes Sunday 3/20.
Form closes Sunday 3/20.
COVID-19 Event Planning Updates
Creek to Bay Day Save-the-Date: September 26, 2020
We are closely monitoring city and county health restrictions on group events. We hope that as restrictions related to public health concerns continue to relax that we will be able to host our annual clean up for Creek to Bay Day. Please save the date, as this event is currently scheduled for the morning (9:00–11:30 AM) of September 26, 2020. More specifics will be posted here as we get closer to September. Please check this website for updates.
Individual and Social Bubble Cleanup
Because of COVID-19 public health concerns, we are not able to host any volunteer events, but we encourage everyone to arrange their own cleanups. You can also find more Bay Area clean up events on Bay Area Cleanup's Instagram account and at The Town Experience.
we recommend people who are interested in cleanups use brooms, dust pans, buckets, bags, and gloves they have at home or available to them for cleanups in their neighborhoods.
We are closely monitoring city and county health restrictions on group events. We hope that as restrictions related to public health concerns continue to relax that we will be able to host our annual clean up for Creek to Bay Day. Please save the date, as this event is currently scheduled for the morning (9:00–11:30 AM) of September 26, 2020. More specifics will be posted here as we get closer to September. Please check this website for updates.
Individual and Social Bubble Cleanup
Because of COVID-19 public health concerns, we are not able to host any volunteer events, but we encourage everyone to arrange their own cleanups. You can also find more Bay Area clean up events on Bay Area Cleanup's Instagram account and at The Town Experience.
we recommend people who are interested in cleanups use brooms, dust pans, buckets, bags, and gloves they have at home or available to them for cleanups in their neighborhoods.
January 20 - MLK Day of Service Cleanup
Jingletown District, 9:00 AM–3:00 PM
Location: Meet at 300 Derby on the Public Shore Walkway. There is plenty of parking available.
Jingletown District, 9:00 AM–3:00 PM
Location: Meet at 300 Derby on the Public Shore Walkway. There is plenty of parking available.
- Activities include trash pickup, storm drain cleaning, waterway cleaning, and weeding
- Wear clothes that can get dirty.
- No advanced sign up required – just show up!
Creek to Bay Day Events - September 21, 2019
Help Oakland win the Battle for the Bay!
Help Oakland win the Battle for the Bay!
Cesar Chavez Park, 9–11:30AM
Location: Meet at main park entrance on Foothill Blvd, between Bridge Ave and
38 th Ave (look for registration table)
Parking: Limited street parking available in adjacent neighborhoods (allow time to
look for parking)
Jingletown District, 9AM–12PM
Location: Meet at 300 Derby on the Public Shore Walkway
Parking: Ample street parking available
Location: Meet at main park entrance on Foothill Blvd, between Bridge Ave and
38 th Ave (look for registration table)
Parking: Limited street parking available in adjacent neighborhoods (allow time to
look for parking)
- Activities include trash pickup (on flat playground area and on banks of Peralta Creek):
- Wear clothes that can get dirty
- If you want to clean up in the creek, bring rubber boots
- Tools and gloves provided, but you are welcome to bring your own
- Refreshments provided (but always a good idea to bring your own drinking
- water)
- No advanced sign up required – just show up!
Jingletown District, 9AM–12PM
Location: Meet at 300 Derby on the Public Shore Walkway
Parking: Ample street parking available
- Activities include painting, trash pickup, graffiti removal, weeding, and pruning:
- Wear clothes that can get dirty
- Tools and gloves provided
- Seeking a few athletic volunteers to collect trash on riprap shoreline
- No advanced sign up required – just show up!
Earth Day Cleanups - Saturday, April 20, 2019
Courtland Creek Park, 12PM–5PM
Location: Courtland Creek Park, south end at Courtland Ave & San Carlos Street, meet at tall white sculpture near mosaic trash can
Activities include painting, trash pickup, graffiti removal, weeding
Jingletown District, 9AM–12PM
Location: Meet at 300 Derby on the Public Shore Walkway. There is plenty of parking available.
Arroyo Viejo Park with Lead Ours & Friends, 9AM–12PM
Location: Arroyo Viejo Park, 7701 Krause Ave.
Courtland Creek Park, 12PM–5PM
Location: Courtland Creek Park, south end at Courtland Ave & San Carlos Street, meet at tall white sculpture near mosaic trash can
Activities include painting, trash pickup, graffiti removal, weeding
- Wear clothes that can get dirty.
- Tools and gloves provided, but you are welcome to bring your own
- Refreshments provided
- No advanced sign up required – just show up!
Jingletown District, 9AM–12PM
Location: Meet at 300 Derby on the Public Shore Walkway. There is plenty of parking available.
- Activities include trash pickup, storm drain cleaning, waterway cleaning, and weeding
- Wear clothes that can get dirty.
- No advanced sign up required – just show up!
Arroyo Viejo Park with Lead Ours & Friends, 9AM–12PM
Location: Arroyo Viejo Park, 7701 Krause Ave.
- Activities include litter removal, gardening, and fun
- Youth-friendly
- Refreshments will be provided for volunteers.
January 21 - MLK Day of Service Park Cleanup @ Arroyo Viejo Park
Monday, November 21, 9AM–1PM
7701 Krause Ave, Oakland, CA 94605
Make a difference on MLK Day by helping tidy up an Oakland Park. Hope to see you there!
Monday, November 21, 9AM–1PM
7701 Krause Ave, Oakland, CA 94605
Make a difference on MLK Day by helping tidy up an Oakland Park. Hope to see you there!
November 4th - Keep Oakland Beautiful Booth @ Dia de los Muertos Festival!
Sunday, November 4, 10AM–5PM
International blvd. at Fruitvale Ave, Oakland CA
Join us at the Oakland Dia de los Muertos Festival at Fruitvale Station, and take a picture in our very own selfie photobooth!
Join our mailing list to be notified of upcoming Keep Oakland Beautiful events!
Join our mailing list to be notified of upcoming Keep Oakland Beautiful events!
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August 28 - Small Grants Workshop & Info Session
Tuesday, August 28, 6:30–8PM
Amos Temple CME Church, 1500 90th Ave
Tuesday, August 28, 6:30–8PM
Amos Temple CME Church, 1500 90th Ave
Small grants of up to $800 available to individuals and organizations for projects that build community, engage neighbors, and celebrate local culture on Oakland’s streets and public places. This year KOB is focusing our outreach efforts in Council Districts 6 & 7. Applications open Aug 6 - Sep 10.
At this free, interactive workshop you will learn about Keep Oakland Beautiful, tips and tricks for receiving a grant, and get help with writing from successful project leaders and volunteers. Participants should bring project ideas or draft grant applications for hands-on help crafting a winning pitch for funding. This is a family-friendly event, food provided.
At this free, interactive workshop you will learn about Keep Oakland Beautiful, tips and tricks for receiving a grant, and get help with writing from successful project leaders and volunteers. Participants should bring project ideas or draft grant applications for hands-on help crafting a winning pitch for funding. This is a family-friendly event, food provided.
Join our mailing list to be notified of upcoming Keep Oakland Beautiful events!
August 2018
August 6 - Applications open for Keep Oakland Beautiful Small Grants Program
Grants in the amount of $500 to $800 are distributed by Keep Oakland Beautiful on a competitive basis to projects that clean, green, and beautify Oakland parks, creeks, and streets and other rights-of-way. All projects must be authorized by the land owner. Projects on City of Oakland property must be approved by the City and have an approved Adopt a Spot agreement prior to September 1, 2018. (Project approval time varies by location and complexity. Allow for a minimum of two weeks.) Projects on private property must have demonstrable community benefit.
August 15 - Oakland Creek to Bay Day Site Coordinator Meeting
Be the first to register your site! We are seeking site coordinators to lead cleaning and greening projects for the 23rd Annual Oakland Creek to Bay Day, Saturday, September 15th. Oakland Creek to Bay Day is part of California and International Coastal Cleanup Day, the largest volunteer day in California and the world!
August 17 - Oakland Creek to Bay Day: Last day to register as site coordinator
Be the first to register your site! We are seeking site coordinators to lead cleaning and greening projects for the 23rd Annual Oakland Creek to Bay Day, Saturday, September 15th. Oakland Creek to Bay Day is part of California and International Coastal Cleanup Day, the largest volunteer day in California and the world!
August 28 - Small Grants Workshop & Info Session
Tuesday, August 28, 6:30 - 8pm
Amos Temple CME Church, 1500 90th Ave
August 6 - Applications open for Keep Oakland Beautiful Small Grants Program
Grants in the amount of $500 to $800 are distributed by Keep Oakland Beautiful on a competitive basis to projects that clean, green, and beautify Oakland parks, creeks, and streets and other rights-of-way. All projects must be authorized by the land owner. Projects on City of Oakland property must be approved by the City and have an approved Adopt a Spot agreement prior to September 1, 2018. (Project approval time varies by location and complexity. Allow for a minimum of two weeks.) Projects on private property must have demonstrable community benefit.
August 15 - Oakland Creek to Bay Day Site Coordinator Meeting
Be the first to register your site! We are seeking site coordinators to lead cleaning and greening projects for the 23rd Annual Oakland Creek to Bay Day, Saturday, September 15th. Oakland Creek to Bay Day is part of California and International Coastal Cleanup Day, the largest volunteer day in California and the world!
August 17 - Oakland Creek to Bay Day: Last day to register as site coordinator
Be the first to register your site! We are seeking site coordinators to lead cleaning and greening projects for the 23rd Annual Oakland Creek to Bay Day, Saturday, September 15th. Oakland Creek to Bay Day is part of California and International Coastal Cleanup Day, the largest volunteer day in California and the world!
August 28 - Small Grants Workshop & Info Session
Tuesday, August 28, 6:30 - 8pm
Amos Temple CME Church, 1500 90th Ave
Small grants of up to $800 available to individuals and organizations for projects that build community, engage neighbors, and celebrate local culture on Oakland’s streets and public places. Preference for projects in East Oakland districts 6 & 7. Applications open August 6 - September 10.
At this free, interactive workshop you will learn about Keep Oakland Beautiful, tips and tricks for receiving a grant, and get help with writing from successful project leaders and volunteers. Participants should bring project ideas or draft grant applications for hands-on help crafting a winning pitch for funding. This is a family-friendly event, food provided.
At this free, interactive workshop you will learn about Keep Oakland Beautiful, tips and tricks for receiving a grant, and get help with writing from successful project leaders and volunteers. Participants should bring project ideas or draft grant applications for hands-on help crafting a winning pitch for funding. This is a family-friendly event, food provided.
September 2018
September 9 to 16 - Corporate Volunteer Week: Sponsored by the Contra Costa Crisis Center
Corporate Volunteer Week is an annual week of service sponsored by the Contra Costa Crisis Center. The Center matches volunteers from Bay Area businesses to local non-profits to complete short-term projects. Corporate Volunteer Week overlaps with Oakland Creek to Bay Day and is a great way to organize additional volunteers for Creek to Bay Day projects.
Weekday projects are more in demand for Corporate Volunteer Week projects. Adopt a Spot has an account with the Center and can register your project for Corporate Caring Week.
More information is available at: www.crisis-center.org/programs/ccvw/nonprofit.
September 15 - Oakland Creek to Bay Day Volunteer Project
Projects include litter removal, habitat restoration, urban greening, and beautification. Many Creek to Bay Day projects occur in creeks and along shorelines, though off-water sites are equally important for protecting waterways.
September 9 to 16 - Corporate Volunteer Week: Sponsored by the Contra Costa Crisis Center
Corporate Volunteer Week is an annual week of service sponsored by the Contra Costa Crisis Center. The Center matches volunteers from Bay Area businesses to local non-profits to complete short-term projects. Corporate Volunteer Week overlaps with Oakland Creek to Bay Day and is a great way to organize additional volunteers for Creek to Bay Day projects.
Weekday projects are more in demand for Corporate Volunteer Week projects. Adopt a Spot has an account with the Center and can register your project for Corporate Caring Week.
More information is available at: www.crisis-center.org/programs/ccvw/nonprofit.
September 15 - Oakland Creek to Bay Day Volunteer Project
Projects include litter removal, habitat restoration, urban greening, and beautification. Many Creek to Bay Day projects occur in creeks and along shorelines, though off-water sites are equally important for protecting waterways.
