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Healing the Planet, One Tree at a Time Native Tree Grant Applications Now Open!
Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful is offering Healing the Planet Grants, funded by The GIANT Company, known locally as GIANT and MARTIN’S, which aim to invest in tree plantings across the company’s operating areas in Pennsylvania. A total of $112,000 in fundingwill be awarded to tax-exempt organizations for native tree planting projects this year. Eligible projects must be shovel ready and include tree planting and direct costs relating to tree planting. Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful is accepting applications for grants of up to $4,000 through July 1, 2025 at 4PM.
Danielle Bronowicz joined the ranks of the Waterway Stewards in 2024, bringing passion and purpose to the shores of the Susquehanna River and Lake Augusta in Northumberland County. With unwavering commitment, she dedicates her time to restoring the natural beauty of these vital waterways, removing debris, protecting wildlife habitats, and inspiring others to take action. Danielle is also the proud and active chairperson of the The Susquehanna River Cleanup Project, a transformative initiative led by Sunbury’s Revitalization.
"Every piece of trash I pick up is one less threat to the river I love. The Susquehanna has given so much to our communities, cleaning its banks is just one way I can give back." Danielle Bronowicz, Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful Waterway Steward.
In addition to being a Waterway Steward, Danielle also coordinates the Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful Litter Free School Zone program for her students at Liberty Valley Intermediate School.
We send a big thank you to Danielle for being an integral part of our programs, for your dedication to keeping your community clean and beautiful, and for inspiring the next generation with the values of stewardship. We truly appreciate your commitment and involvement!
Kaitlin Buselli and her family adopted Westcolang Road in Lackawaxen Township in Pike County in 2022.
Land and Water Stewards Working Together for Cleaner, Healthier Communities
Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful’s Land and Water Steward Programs empowers everyday Pennsylvanians to become stewards of the land and water they cherish. Litter impacts our quality of life, the natural environment and economic development in communities near and far. Caring for our roads, trails, waterways, and shared public spaces benefits everyone. Clean, well-maintained areas not only reduce safety hazards caused by litter, they also create more welcoming environments for residents and visitors alike, while lowering long-term maintenance costs.
We all share the responsibility of keeping our communities clean and beautiful. Join one of our stewardship programs today and help protect the places you love!
Road and Area Adoption Program – Our adoption program is available statewide for municipal roads, parks, neighborhood blocks, greenways and trails. We provide a sign recognizing the volunteers’ efforts. Click here for more information.
Waterway Stewards Program – Register to be a waterway steward and collect litter and stream health data while cleaning your favorite waterway. You choose where you want to clean and it can be a different waterway each time. If you are a water trail user, angler, boater or waterway enthusiast interested in community science and building long term stewardship of our water trails, click here for more information.
The Litter Control Boom installed on Erie Water Works property.
Cleaning Up Pennsylvania Waters Third Litter Boom Installed in Presque Isle Bay!
On May 8, a litter control boom was deployed on Erie Water Works property, the third such installation in Presque Isle Bay! With funding from the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection Coastal Resource Management, Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful is continuing its collaboration with numerous individuals, organizations, and businesses to actively address and combat litter that makes its way into the waters of Presque Isle Bay, Lake Erie, and ultimately the ocean. Through the installation of litter control booms, devices designed to capture floating debris and prevent its spread, this initiative actively works to safeguard waterways by collecting and removing trash before it can cause further environmental harm. Read more.
Our annual conference, celebrating 35 years of stewardship, sustainability, and environmental education, will be held on October 15 and 16 at The Nittany Lion Inn, State College, PA. The conference offers a valuable opportunity for affiliates, volunteers, partners, and supporters to come together, review our past achievements, exchange insights and ideas, and grow collectively. Click to learn more, view sponsorship opportunities, and register now.
Your Contribution Matters Donate & Get a Special Anniversary Tote!
Donate $35 today and help us continue this vital work. Donate $70 and receive a special 35-year anniversary tote/grocery bag as a token of our gratitude.
Your dedication makes all the difference—thank you for believing in a cleaner, more beautiful Pennsylvania!
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