4 Neighborhoods, 4 Parks, 1 Mission
About this Event
About This Event
Chicago Parks Foundation Presents:
Pitch In w/ Black Minds Matter Foundation: 4 Neighborhoods, 4 Parks, 1 Mission
Before Black Minds Matter Foundation officially launches in 2027, we are beginning the work now.
This July 5th cleanup is BMMF’s first public pilot initiative in partnership with Chicago Parks Foundation’s Pitch In for the Parks program.
The goal is simple: show up for our communities, serve with care, and help restore cleaner, safer spaces for children, youth, families, and neighbors after the holiday.
4 neighborhoods. 4 parks. 1 mission.
Volunteers will help with trash pick-up and light cleanup around playgrounds, youth-centered spaces, park perimeters, benches, courts, and nearby family gathering areas.
The day after the fireworks, we show up.
Choose Your Park
Please register for the park where you would like to volunteer. Each location has 20 volunteer spots available.
Metcalfe Park — Bronzeville
Meeting Location: Metcalfe Park Playground, near State & Root Streets
Address: 4134 S. State St., Chicago, IL
Time: Sunday, July 5, 2026, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM CT
Hermitage Park — Englewood
Meeting Location: Hermitage Park Playground, near 59th & Wood Streets
Address: 5839 S. Wood St., Chicago, IL
Time: Sunday, July 5, 2026, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM CT
Woodhull Park — South Shore
Meeting Location: Woodhull Park Playground, near 73rd & East End Ave.
Address: 7340 S. East End Ave., Chicago, IL
Time: Sunday, July 5, 2026, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM CT
Railroad Junction Park — Greater Grand Crossing
Meeting Location: Railroad Junction Park
Address: 7334 S. Maryland Ave., Chicago, IL
Time: Sunday, July 5, 2026, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM CT
Volunteer Requirements
This is a free, family-friendly cleanup. Please register in advance so we can prepare enough materials.
Youth volunteers should be accompanied by an adult or participate with adult supervision.
Volunteers should wear comfortable clothing, closed-toe shoes, and weather-appropriate gear. Long pants are strongly encouraged.
Protective gloves will be provided and must be worn during cleanup. Volunteers should avoid hazardous materials such as glass, needles, sharp objects, bodily fluids, or anything that appears unsafe.
This event is rain or shine. Please bring water and come prepared for sun, bugs, and outdoor conditions.
Parking
Street parking may be available near each park, but availability may vary. Please carpool if possible, arrive early, follow posted signs, and avoid blocking driveways, alleys, bus stops, hydrants, or residential access points.
Donations
Can’t volunteer but still want to support?
Monetary donations help support volunteer hospitality, food, water, supplies, and cleanup preparation.
Where is it happening?
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