MLK Day Cleanup in Downtown Upland: 50+ Volunteers Removed 375 lbs. of Trash

As we kick off the new year, Litter Free Upland is proud to celebrate a powerful start: our Martin Luther King Jr. Day cleanup in Downtown Upland, California. Community members came together to tackle litter and illegal dumping, and the results were immediate and visible.

Downtown Upland Cleanup Results: 375 lbs. of Trash Removed

On MLK Day, our team organized a community cleanup focused on the downtown area. With over 50 volunteers, we removed 375 lbs. of trash and illegal dumping from the streets and public spaces of Downtown Upland.

This is what happens when people choose community pride and action.

Community in action

Event Highlights

• 50+ volunteers participated

• 375 lbs removed (trash + illegal dumping)

• Downtown Upland looked cleaner than ever after the event

Thank You Upland Foothill Kiwanis, Key Club, and Builders Club

We want to give a huge thank you to the groups who showed up in a big way and helped make this our largest turnout yet:

• Upland Foothill Kiwanis

• Key Club students

• Builders Club students

Your service, leadership, and energy made a real difference. The impact of student volunteers is huge—and Downtown Upland is cleaner because you showed up and put in the work.

Special Thanks to T&G Roofing and Solar for Cleanup Supplies

We also want to recognize T&G Roofing and Solar for supporting this cleanup by providing essential volunteer supplies, including:

• ice chests

• drinks

• pickers

• gloves

This kind of local business support makes community cleanups safer, smoother, and more successful—and we’re grateful to have partners who care about keeping Upland clean.

Litter Free Upland: A New Year Launch for a Cleaner City

This MLK Day cleanup was more than a single event—it was a New Year launch for what we’re building together: a consistent, community-driven effort to reduce litter, stop illegal dumping, and make public spaces more beautiful across Upland.

We’re not waiting for “someone else” to fix it. We’re doing it—together.

Join a Future Upland Cleanup Event

If you’ve been thinking about volunteering, this is your sign. Whether you can help for 30 minutes or a full event, every bit matters.

Stay updated on future cleanups and volunteer opportunities:

• Website: www.litterfreeupland.com

• Social: @litterfreeupland (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok)

Thank you again to everyone who served on MLK Day and helped make Downtown Upland cleaner, safer, and better for everyone.

— Litter Free Upland