December 3rd is Giving Tuesday and we are calling on the community to support our initiative to plant 1,000 native trees across Lee County. Click here to donate and help to plant a tree!

We are accepting nominations for our Environmental Stewardship Awards! The deadline for entries is February 1st. Click here to recognize someone you know who is making a positive impact in our community. Email Tisha@klcb.org with any questions.

As we look ahead to 2025, we want to ensure our efforts are as effective as possible, and input from our volunteers is invaluable. Click here to take a few moments to complete our survey and help us shape a successful and impactful upcoming year for our shared environmental goals.

The "Leave The Scene Clean" art contest is open and accepting entries through January 31st. The contest is open to all K-12 public, private and home school students. Click here for contest rules and entry form. Email Tisha@klcb.org with any questions.

REGISTRATION OPEN for our second annual Golfing "FORE" Keep Lee County Beautiful fundraiser presented by Beach Talk Radio! Join us for an evening of fun and philanthropy. Click here to reserve your bay!

KLCB is proud to announce its innovative "Take & Teach" program, designed to empower educators with ready-to-use, environmentally focused lesson plans at no cost. This resource is available to public, private, and homeschool teachers and is tailored to align with Florida State Standards, making it an invaluable tool for fostering environmental stewardship in the classroom. Click here for more information. Email Jenn@klcb.org with questions.

Tis the season to be sustainable! Click here to read the latest article by our Youth Council Member Madison Gallant on ways to help the environment while keeping with the spirit of gift-giving.

Lee County Solid Waste will be holding Household Chemical Waste collection events on the following dates:

December 4th: 9am-1pm-Sanibel Library

December 18th: 9am-1pm: Alliance of The Arts



Visit the Lee County Solid Waste webpage for details and a list of items that are accepted.

Our Youth Environmental Leadership enjoyed a "Friendsgiving" while outlining their passion project ideas. From a clothing drive, waste/recycling education, to a recycled art contest, the group has big plans for 2025! The council is open to all high schoolers. Email Jenn@klcb.org to find out how you can get involved.

Education Specialist Jenn participated in the Environmental Science class at Florida SouthWestern State College, where she provided insights into waste and recycling Management practices in Lee County. Email Jenn@klcb.org to schedule a presentation at your school.

Keep Lee County Beautiful is excited to announce a new partnership with The Healthy Earth Org! Together, we will unite more volunteers across the county to help preserve the beautify of our beaches and keep them clean for everyone to enjoy.

The KLCB team had the opportunity to attend the annual Keep Florida Beautiful conference in Fort Walton Beach. This year's theme, "Rethink Recycling: Innovations and Impact," brought together environmental professionals from across the state. Our Executive Director, Trish Fancher was honored to receive her 20 years of service certification!