For all of us, this generation and the next, there is simply no place in our lives for litter. And yet, it’s everywhere we look, and unfortunately, it does belong to all of us. So, let’s come together, and create a litter-free, clean California once and for all. Let’s do it. Together.
Picture your favorite spot in California. Now, imagine just one piece of litter ruining that picture. Together, let’s change that.
CONGRATULATIONS! Clean California Communities Named!
We’re excited to celebrate the California communities officially designated as Clean California Communities! This achievement was made possible through the teamwork and dedication of residents, local organizations, and partners—congratulations to all!
Join us for Clean California Community Days from April 19 – 22, 2024, a volunteer service event and celebration to clean up and transform our communities. Zero litter is the goal.
Clean California Community Days, April 19 – 22, 2024.
Join us for a volunteer service event and celebration sponsored by the Governor’s Office, Caltrans, and our partners across California with cleanup events, dump days, and tree planting.
Get InvolvedClean California Community Designation
Caltrans created the Clean California Community Designation to inspire more communities and their residents to embrace the state’s Zero Litter goal. Community Designation rewards cities, counties, communities, and other organizations for their hard work in creating a cleaner, healthier local community. It is part of Governor Gavin Newsom’s $1.2 billion Clean California program that is cleaning state roads, beautifying communities statewide, and creating jobs. More than 80 communities have achieved the designation by committing to specific long-term anti-litter program changes.
Listen to the radio interview with Jeff Burdick, Clean California Outreach Manager, on iHeartRadio’s KFBK Morning News with Cristina Mendonsa HERE.
For the Media
On Sept 4, 2025, the Newsom Administration announced the first 30 California communities to earn the Clean California Community designation. Link to Governor Newsom’s announcement here.
Download List of Participants in theClean California Community Designation Program*
*The Designation Community list will be updated monthly.
For media inquiries, contact Cami Crawford at cami.crawford@ogilvy.com.
Enjoy the benefits of becoming officially designated
Trash has plagued California’s streets and highways for decades. Clean California makes significant investments in litter collection, community engagement, and education to ultimately transform unsightly roadsides into spaces of pride for all Californians.
- Access to personalized signage and other exclusive materials.
- Recognition on state websites and social media posts, and media outreach.
- Right to officially promote your community as a Clean California Community committed to the Zero Litter goal.
- Announcement about grant and partnership opportunities, membership with Keep California Beautiful, and much more!
Pledges and Communities
We are proud of the dedication California communities have shown in their efforts to achieve the Clean California Community designation. Explore all the cities and communities committed to reducing litter, enhancing public spaces, and creating a cleaner, greener California. Use the interactive map to see if your community is included.
California communities that have achieved the Clean California Community designation. For a list of these communities, click HERE.
California communities that have taken the pledge toward achieving the designation.
This is truly a statewide effort with projects awarded throughout California and nearly a third of the funds going directly to cities, counties, tribes, and transit agencies to clean local streets and public spaces.
Get Started
To attain the CleanCA Community designation, communities must meet at least 10 of these 15 criteria. See additional Frequently Asked Questions here.
The first step to earning the designation is to take the Clean CA pledge. This shows your community’s commitment to maintain a clean, green, and vibrant community for the well-being of all residents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Get Involved
Cleanup Events
Find cleanup events in your area, check details, locations, and sign up to join the Clean California movement.
Clean California Education (K-12)
Clean California isn’t just about cleanups. Let’s educate the next generation about the benefits of a litter-free state!
Cleanup Events
Find cleanup events in your area, check details, locations, and sign up to join the Clean California movement.
Clean California Education (K-12)
Clean California isn’t just about cleanups. Let’s educate the next generation about the benefits of a litter-free state!
Litter Collected
DURING PROGRAM FROM
JULY 2022 TO JUNE 2025*:
cubic yards
*Combined collection from:
Clean California: 1,115,187 cubic yards
Caltrans Maintenance: 2,202,197 cubic yards
