General Education Information
Educating the public is vital for a cleaner future.
Not only is it our mission to educate our community members, but we also seek to engage and empower residents to become actively involved in litter prevention, waste reduction, increased recycling, and community beautification. Our Education Specialist is available year round to come to your organization to speak on those topics. She has presented to numerous local clubs, chambers, schools, children’s groups, city officials, and community foundations.
We seek to cultivate lifelong environmental stewards from a young age. Hands-on activities are available for younger school-age children as well as immersive programs for middle and high school students.
To request a presentation for your organization, group, community, or school, click here.
Face the Facts!
– According to the 2026 Litter Study conducted by Keep America Beautiful, litter has declined by 34% across America since 2020. Reducing the average amount of visible litter from 152 pieces per person to 96 pieces per person. Access the full study here.
– Cigarette butt litter has decreased by 62% since 2020 and 70% since 2009. This decline has outpaced the decrease in smoking rates, demonstrating the success of litter prevention and public education efforts.
– Each year, Lee County’s recycling facilities process more than 90,000 tons of recyclable material, helping conserve natural resources and reduce landfill use.
– In 2025, Keep Lee County Beautiful engaged over 2,300 volunteers who removed over 28,000 pounds of litter from our community’s road and waterways.
Take & Teach Lessons
Keep Lee County Beautiful (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. By using Take & Teach lessons, educators can inspire the next generation to take an active role in preserving our planet. Whether you’re looking for a one-time activity or a series of lessons, KLCB’s program makes it easier than ever to teach environmental responsibility. For more information visit our Take & Teach page here.
