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Mission
Venice Community Cleanups is committed to creating
an environment of spontaneous civic engagement that serves the public good.
We advocate for independent trash cleanups through proactive community involvement inn an encouraging, social, and collaborative environment to show how small consistent efforts result in a healthier and safer community.
Values
Sustainable
In hosting regular trash cleanups, we aim to create a more sustainable Venice. Through our actions, we strive to remind people to clean up after themselves and to seek recyclable, reusable, or compostable alternatives.
Aspirational
We strive to inspire the community to take action on their own - it is our hope that our volunteers become leaders of their own cleanups and that every single day there are multiple self generated options to help keep Venice clean.
Community
Venice is and always has been a unique beach side community. We celebrate the people who come out to support, the unique spaces in Venice, and the culture that makes our community stand out.
Meet the team
Christopher Lee
Founder, COO
Christopher Lee moved to Venice in 2020 and immediately committed to making the community his home. His work in event production and his volunteering with the Venice Neighborhood Council lends itself to serving Venice Community Cleanups as its Chief Operating Officer.
Beatrice Hernandez
CEO, Founder of Trashie Yoga
Beatrice Hernandez founder of Trashie Yoga, aims to raise awareness about the connection between physical well-being, mental peace, and the environment. By nurturing these aspects, she believes we can create a positive ripple effect for both our lives and the planet.
Mimi Blanchard
Creative Director
Mimi lends her experience as a graphic designer and brand leader to Venice Community Cleanups to improve brand recognition and volunteer attraction rates.
Justin Dray
Outreach, Founder of Buckets on Venice
Justin journeyed from the East Coast to the West, only to discover that the entertainment industry mirrored the litter-strewn streets of Los Angeles. As VCC's Marketing Manager, he passionately advocates for education, accessibility, and outreach to eliminate litterbugs both on-screen and in real life.
Rayna Orr
Secretary
Rayna Orr is dedicated to improving her community, which led her to volunteer with Venice Community Cleanups in 2023. Her commitment has grown, and she now serves as the organization's secretary, enabling her to contribute to a cleaner environment, one bag of litter at a time.