The Great American Cleanup, Keep America Beautiful’s signature program, organizes millions of volunteers in locally-directed activities that encourage individual stewardship for the environment and care for the community. Efforts in litter prevention and removal, waste reduction, recycling, beautification and community greening result in cleaner, greener, safer and more beautiful public spaces.
Contents Letter
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National Kickoff Events
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2012 Great American Cleanup Highlights
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Cleanups are Just the Beginning
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It All Comes Back to You: Reduce, Reuse and Recycle
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Gardens and Greenspaces Help Communities Flourish
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Educational Programs and Volunteering Energize Communities
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2012 Great American Cleanup Results Summary
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Measuring Results State-by-State
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Affiliates and Participating Organizations
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Great American Cleanup National Sponsors
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Get Involved
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