About Us
Welcome to Keep Wakefield Beautiful’s Warrior Cleanup Crew, a dynamic community initiative sparked by the children of Wakefield, MA, with a mission to revitalize our town’s streets through regular cleanup events. Our organization is driven by a simple yet powerful ethos: to instill accountability through action and foster social responsibility among Wakefield residents.
Who are the Warrior Clean Up Crew?
The Warrior Cleanup Crew is a remarkable assembly of passionate individuals, both young and old, dedicated to the beautification of our beloved town. Led by our spirited warriors, we strive to inspire Wakefield residents to refrain from littering and actively engage in picking up litter whenever they encounter it. Together, we champion the cause of environmental stewardship and community pride.
Our Mission
At the heart of our mission lies a deep rooted belief in the importance of being good stewards of our environment. We recognize the vital role we play in protecting wildlife and preserving habitat integrity. By tackling litter in our neighborhoods and collaborating with neighboring towns, we aim to combat Massachusetts’ growing litter problem head on.
Join Us
As members of the Warrior Cleanup Crew, each one of us contributes to the collective effort towards positive change. Together, we embark on a journey to clean up our town’s streets and uphold our commitment to a cleaner, greener environment. We invite you to join our ranks and be part of this transformative movement.
Thank you to our Supporters!
We are immensely grateful for the unwavering support of our local businesses and Town Committees and Council. Their steadfast commitment fuels our endeavors and propels us towards success. We encourage you to show your appreciation by continuing to support these outstanding local businesses. Visit our sponsors page to learn more and discover ways to get involved.
Together, We Make a Difference
As we look ahead, we are filled with optimism and determination. Together, as a united community, we will continue to make strides towards a cleaner, more vibrant Wakefield. Join us as we continue to make Wakefield a cleaner, more vibrant community—one cleanup event at a time.
Past Events!
Summer Giveaway 2024
Summer 2024 Giveaway Success!
We’re thrilled to celebrate the success of our Summer 2024 Giveaway, which brought our community together to make a positive impact! Thanks to the incredible participation of local families, including Tiana & Orion Veldwisch, Vanessa Westlake, The Dunlap Family, Jenn & Carly Crowley, and The Boettcher Family, we saw amazing efforts in keeping Wakefield clean.
We also want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the generous local businesses that donated gift cards for our winners: Cravings, Henna’s Nail Salon, Gregory’s Flower Shop and Garden, Parker’s Florist, Cut Above the Rest, Blue Moon Grill, Early Harvest Diner, Carol’s Cafe, Quilters Common, Classic Cuts Barber, Meletharb, Ageless Elegance, Vanity Hair Salon, Farmland, Remedy Exchange, and Indy Clover.
Your support and commitment to our community make initiatives like this possible. Together, we’re making Wakefield a cleaner, more beautiful place!
Dolbeare Elementary Spring Clean Up 2024!
Thank You for the Dolbeare Elementary Dragon Den Spring Clean Up!
On behalf of Keep Wakefield Beautiful’s Warrior Clean Up Crew, we want to thank everyone who participated in the Dolbeare Elementary Dragon Den Spring Clean Up 2024. Your enthusiasm and hard work made this event a great success!
To our volunteers, your efforts created a cleaner and safer space for our students and neighbors. A special thanks to our sponsors for their generous support and to the local businesses that helped promote the event.
Together, we’re making a difference in our community! Thank you for your dedication!
Spring Into Action 2024!
On behalf of the entire organizing team, I want to extend our deepest gratitude to each and every one of you for your incredible dedication and support during our recent event, “Spring Into Action” Spring Clean Up 2024.
Your unwavering commitment to keeping our town beautiful and sustainable is truly inspiring. From rallying together at the basketball courts of Galvin Middle School to embarking on the mission to clean up our community, your enthusiasm and passion were palpable.
To our invaluable volunteers: Your willingness to roll up your sleeves and tackle the task at hand, whether it was picking up litter or clearing debris, exemplifies the spirit of community and service. Your hard work and determination have made a tangible difference in preserving the beauty of Wakefield for generations to come.
To our generous sponsors: Your support played a pivotal role in making this event possible. Your contributions not only provided the necessary resources and supplies but also served as a testament to your commitment to environmental stewardship and community engagement. Your partnership is invaluable, and we are immensely grateful for your continued support.
Together, we have demonstrated the power of collective action and the profound impact it can have on our environment and our community. By coming together as a united front, we have shown that when we spring into action, we can accomplish remarkable feats.
As we reflect on the success of “Spring Into Action” Spring Clean Up 2024, let us carry this momentum forward and continue to work tirelessly towards our shared goal of preserving and enhancing the beauty of Wakefield.
Once again, thank you for your unwavering dedication, support, and commitment to Keep Wakefield Beautiful. It is through your efforts that we are able to make a meaningful and lasting impact.
Together we can make a huge difference.
Spring Clean Up 2023!
Thank you!
Spring Clean Up 2023 was a huge success!
Together, in partnership with the Wakefield Youth Council, we picked up a lot of trash surrounding Woodville and Wakefield Memorial High School. I want to express my sincere gratitude for your invaluable contribution as a Warrior Clean Up Crew member. Your dedication, enthusiasm, and hard work all make a remarkable difference in our community.
By working together, we can create a more sustainable environment for ourselves and our future generations. Warrior’s lead by example and teach kids about the harmful effects of littering and to pick up trash if you see it.
Together we are committed to improving our environment and making Wakefield a litter free town. On behalf of the entire community, I extend my heartfelt appreciation for the time, energy and dedication you have invested in cleaning up our town. Thank you for being an invaluable member of the Warrior Clean Up Crew.
Sponsors:
AGELESS ELEGANCE – COPPY CAKES – CREATIONS CAFE
BARKS AND BUBBLES – BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB –DON’T MESS WITH WAKEFIELD – ED DOMBROWSKI – J‘ADORE
KEEP MASSACHUSETTS BEAUTIFUL – KEITH’S TREE SERVICE – LEAF AND GINGER – LUCIUS BEEBE MEMORIAL LIBRARY – MODERN GLOW STUDIO – NIP THE NIPS – PGI PRINTING GRAPHICS – RADA BOUTIQUE
RINSE HAIR STUDIO – SARDELLA SIGNS – SPOUSE-LY
STEVE MAIO – THE DOLLHOUSE
THE T STOP – THE TOWN OF WAKEFIELD
VOLTAGE BOUTIQUE- WAKEFIELD COMPUTER HOSPITAL
WAKEFIELD FOOD PANTRY – WAKEFIELD POLICE
WAKEFIELD MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL – WOODVILLE ELEMENTARY – WCAT
AND ALL THE HARD WORKING PARENTS THAT ENCOURAGE THEIR CHILDREN TO MAKE GOOD CHOICES.
Fall Clean Up 2022!
Fall Clean Up 2022 – 220lbs of trash
We’re thrilled to report that our Fall Clean Up 2022 at Breakheart was a resounding success! Together, we collected a total of 220 lbs of trash, ranging from tires and bullets to candy wrappers, nips, vapes, and even a pet rat, which the Boettcher family kindly brought to the ARL. It was a beautiful day, and we extend our heartfelt gratitude to both familiar and new faces who joined us.
A special shout-out goes to Ed Dombrowski, a fellow Warrior running for State Senate on November 8th. Let’s show Ed our support as he continues to champion our shared values.
Don’t miss the video montage capturing the highlights of the day. It’s a testament to the incredible impact we can achieve when we come together as Warriors.
Let’s keep the momentum going, Warriors! Together, we have the power to make a huge difference.
A massive thank you to everyone who showed up for our Fall 2022 event at Breakheart!
Sponsors: Ageless Elegance, Coppy Cakes, Creations Cafe, Barks and Bubbles, Boys and Girls Club, Don’t Mess With Wakefield, Ed Dombrowski, J’adore, Keep Massachusetts Beautiful, Keith’s Tree Service, Leaf and Ginger, Lucius Beebe Memorial Library, Modern Glow Studio, Nip the Nips, PGI Printing Graphics, Rada Boutique, Rinse Hair Studio, Sardella Signs, Spouse-ly, Steve Maio, The Dollhouse, The T Stop, The Town of Wakefield, Voltage Boutique, Wakefield Computer Hospital, Wakefield Food Pantry, Wakefield Police, Wakefield Memorial High School, Woodville Elementary, WCAT
And a special appreciation to all the hardworking parents who encourage their children to make positive choices.
Spring Clean Up 2022 –
1780 lbs of trash
Together, we accomplished an incredible feat, collecting a total of 1,780 lbs of litter across all three of our events.
Your dedication and effort have made a significant impact, proving that collective action can truly make a difference!
Thank you to everyone who participated in our 3-PART Spring Clean Event, the Spring Clean Up 2022!
Joining us on
Saturdays, April 30th at Woodville Elementary (by the playground),
Saturday May 7th at Galvin Middle School (by the Entrance), and
Saturday May 14th at Lake Quannapowitt (the Lower Common), you demonstrated your commitment to our community’s cleanliness.
We extend our deepest gratitude to our sponsors whose generous support made these events possible: – Ageless Elegance – Coppy Cakes – Creations Cafe – Barks and Bubbles – Boys and Girls Club – Don’t Mess with Wakefield – Ed Dombrowski – J’Adore – Keep Massachusetts Beautiful – Keith’s Tree Service – Leaf and Ginger – Lucius Beebe Memorial Library – Modern Glow Studio – Nip the Nips – PGI Printing Graphics – Rada Boutique – Rinse Hair Studio – Sardella Signs – Spouse-ly – Steve Maio – The Dollhouse – The T Stop – The Town of Wakefield – Voltage Boutique – Wakefield Computer Hospital – Wakefield Food Pantry – Wakefield Police – Wakefield Memorial High School – Woodville Elementary – WCAT We also want to recognize the hardworking parents who encourage their children to make positive choices and actively participate in community initiatives. Your support is invaluable and greatly appreciated. Let’s continue working together to keep Wakefield beautiful for generations to come!
“WAKEUP WAKEFIELD! 2021” WAS A HUGE SUCCESS.
Thank you to all of the members of the Warrior Clean Up Crew for coming out to Wakeup Wakefield! 2021 at Woodville Elementary. Together we collected 75 bags of trash. Thank you to the Wakefield DPW who helped us dispose of all the trash we collected. Shout out to our Town Administrator, Steve Maio and his team, for their tremendous support every step of the way. Together we made a dent in a problem that plagues our community.
Thank you to all of our sponsors, The Town of Wakefield, Ageless Elegance,Coppy Cakes, Creations Cafe, Barks and Bubbles, Boys and Girls Club, Don’t Mess With Wakefield, J’adore, Keep Massachusetts Beautiful, Lucius Beebe Memorial Library, Nip the Nips, Spouse-ly, The T Stop,Voltage Boutique, Wakefield Computer Hospital,Wakefield Food Pantry, Wakefield Police and WCAT.
Looking forward to seeing you all again. 🙂
