Nonprofit
Block by Block Philly
Also called: Block by Block Community
A volunteer-run nonprofit that organizes cleanups against litter and illegal dumping across Philadelphia. It also hosts block parties and works with schools and businesses on clean streets.
- Free
- Newcomers welcome
- Kids OK
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What they do
Sign up for a listed cleanup on the Get Involved page, start a group cleanup of your own, or clean your own block and submit your bags through the trash form.
Who it is for
- Who can join
- Open to anyone
- Who is there
- All ages, Neighbors
When and where
Cleanups are posted on the Get Involved page as they are scheduled, so check there for the next date.
- Days
- Saturday
- Times
- Morning
- Season
- Special events only
Meeting point for a listed cleanup (varies by event)
- Address
- 30th and Pennsylvania Ave
Your first visit
Feeling unsure the first time is normal. Most groups are glad when someone new walks in.
First step: Pick a listed cleanup on the Get Involved page, RSVP through the link on its event page, and meet at the posted spot..
You can just show up. You need to sign up first.
What to expect
A cleanup is a group outing at a posted spot and time. Organizers provide vests, gloves, tools, and water, and the group gives guidance on the work. The site does not say how long each cleanup lasts, so check the event page.
Tips for your first visit
- The site says you only need to bring your energy and commitment, since the group supplies vests, gloves, tools, and water.
- The train tracks cleanup recommends ages 18 and up, so check each event page for age guidance.
- The site gives no parking or transit details, so check the event page or ask the group before you go.
Newcomer welcome
Welcoming to newcomers (4 out of 5). Why we say this: The site says events are family-friendly and welcoming to all, and it explains how to join a listed cleanup, with an RSVP link on each event page..
Cost and commitment
- Cost
- Free. Free to join. Donations and sponsorships are optional.
- How often
- Drop in whenever you like
Access and languages
- Wheelchair access
- We do not know yet. Ask the group before you go.
- Languages spoken
- We do not know yet which languages are spoken.
Requirements
- Children can take part with a parent.
How to reach them
We copy contact details as the group or a public source published them. Each one shows where it came from.
- Website: blockbyblockphilly.org Source: nccsdata.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com, seen October 4, 2026 ; Source: blockbyblockphilly.org, seen October 8, 2026 ; Source: blockbyblockphilly.org, seen October 8, 2026
- Email: community@blockbyblockphilly.org Source: blockbyblockphilly.org, seen October 8, 2026 ; Source: blockbyblockphilly.org, seen October 8, 2026
- Contact: David Evans Source: IRS Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Pennsylvania extract, seen October 4, 2026 ; Source: nccsdata.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com, seen October 4, 2026 ; Source: blockbyblockphilly.org, seen October 8, 2026 ; Source: blockbyblockphilly.org, seen October 8, 2026
- Social media: Instagram Source: blockbyblockphilly.org; Source: blockbyblockphilly.org
Sources and last check
Checked by our research team on October 8, 2026. This was a closer look, including what a first visit is like.
- Last seen active
- October 2026 (See the evidence)
- Last checked by our team
- October 8, 2026
- Status
- Active
- Our confidence in this listing
- High
- IRS Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Pennsylvania extract, seen October 4, 2026. Supports: Name, Location, Contact name, Ein
- nccsdata.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com, seen October 4, 2026. Supports: Name, Location, Website, Contact name, Ein
- blockbyblockphilly.org, seen October 8, 2026. Supports: Summary, What they do, Schedule, Location, Cost, First step, Audience, Status, Contacts, Requirements
- blockbyblockphilly.org, seen October 8, 2026. Supports: What they do, First step, Cost, Requirements
- blockbyblockphilly.org, seen October 8, 2026. Supports: Status, Last sign of life, What they do
- blockbyblockphilly.org, seen October 8, 2026. Supports: Contacts
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