Keep Charleston Beautiful

The City of Charleston, South Carolina is world renowned for its history, natural beauty, and charm. Since 1977, Keep Charleston Beautiful has been dedicated to preserving the area's beauty and enhancing public cleanliness. Through initiatives centered around litter clean up, beautification, and education, KCB fosters a sense of community pride reflected in the cleanliness of Charleston. By uniting residents, businesses, and government, KCB has formed effective outreach programs addressing litter, sustainability, and beautification. Our school-based efforts instill litter-free habits, environmental consciousness, and youth volunteerism. From combating pet waste and cigarette litter to promoting recycling and zero-waste events, Keep Charleston Beautiful strives for a cleaner, greener future. Our year-round collaboration with volunteer groups of all sizes revitalizes local spaces, safeguarding property values, aesthetics, and the well-being of children and wildlife.

Keep Charleston Beautiful is an affiliate of Keep America Beautiful and PalmettoPride, and works in collaboration with these national and state organizations to promote a clean and beautiful environment for all Americans. Keep Charleston Beautiful is a division of the City of Charleston Department of Parks.