Our mission
Delete Litter is on a mission to rid the world of litter. We're crowdsourcing cleaner communities by encouraging everyday efforts that add up.
Launched in April 2025, Delete Litter is activating a global crew of good citizens—each striving to remove 1,000+ pieces of litter from their communities every year—with the shared goal of deleting 1 billion pieces of litter annually by 2030.
172
global members
556
cleanups logged
107.7K
litter pieces deleted
123
cleaner communities
2.2K lb996 kg
118 large trash bags
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It's a numbers game
There are 50 billion pieces of litter in the U.S. alone 1
That's 150 pieces for every American.
WE can make the difference!
The three pillars
Our approach to eliminating litter is built on three foundational pillars that guide every initiative and program we develop.
Activation
Inspiring and motivating individuals and communities to take action against litter through awareness campaigns, events and educational programs.
Enablement
Providing tools, technology, and resources that make it easier for people to identify, collect and properly dispose of litter in their communities.
Empowerment
Building an ecosystem that recognizes and rewards positive community action, creating a sense of accomplishment and sustained motivation at scale.