Partners for Clean Streams does more than may meet the eye! In addition to our more visible programs (e.g., Clean Your Streams, Get the Lead Out, etc.), we also act as the facilitating organization for the Maumee Area of Concern Advisory Committee (MAAC website). Our role in this group is to help bring many organizations […]
For the fifth year running, Partners for Clean Streams (PCS) will lead the “Green Team” at the Mercy Health Glass City Marathon in April. PCS and volunteers help make the marathon as sustainable as possible through reducing supply waste and diverting thousands of pounds of recyclable materials from a lifetime in a landfill. Last year, […]
It’s that time of year again, when we must watch out for slippery and icy conditions on our sidewalks, driveways, and roads. As much as we need to manage the ice for our own safety, we should also consider the impact of deicing treatments on our watershed. Scientists have determined that runoff from salted/treated areas […]
We are taking the opportunity this year to highlight some of the partners that help us achieve our goal of cleaner waters. Our first profile of 2020 belongs to Mr. Rick Bryan, an active environmental volunteer in the Toledo Area! In his own words below, Rick tells of his experiences as an active volunteer for […]
Did You know that Partners for Clean Streams is a charity partner for the Mercy Health Glass City Marathon? For the past five years, PCS has been the “Green Team,” which is responsible for recycling cardboard, glass, aluminum, plastic, heat sheets, Gu packs and more! We are their go-to partner for brainstorming ways to make […]
People are the leading cause of trash in the environment. Yes, that’s an obvious statement, but many may not consider this when making choices. Luckily, we’re also the solution. 2019 was our 23rd year of Clean Your Streams Day and we are STILL collecting and removing thousands of pounds of trash from our watershed. Part […]
We are so excited to announce that we are receiving an operating support grant from the Stranahan Supporting Organization of the Greater Toledo Community Foundation. For a non-profit, especially a small one, an operating support grant provides flexibility, new opportunities, and a strong base that are so important to longevity and growth. For us, this […]
2019 proved to be another great year at Partners for Clean Streams! There have been more highs (high water actually) than lows and much accomplished towards clean, clear, and safe water. Very wet weather and high water levels in the spring/summer meant that a lot of our regularly scheduled river/stream cleanup programs were cancelled (due […]
#GivingTuesday is TODAY and Partners for Clean Streams is excited to remind everyone that we are participating! #GivingTuesday is a global movement to give back to charities that help make communities better places to live, work, and play. In our case, donations made during #GivingTuesday will help us to better support our many waterways through […]
#GivingTuesday is TODAY and Partners for Clean Streams is excited to remind everyone that we are participating! #GivingTuesday is a global movement to give back to charities that help make communities better places to live, work, and play. In our case, donations made during #GivingTuesday will help us to better support our many waterways through […]