"why We Care"

This summer, Baltimore Beyond Plastic has been visiting YouthWorkers (high school students in summer job programs) across the city of Baltimore. We asked why plastic pollution matters to them. And now we want the world to hear what they have to say.

our mission

Logo created by Rachael Avidor, student at Western High School

BALTIMORE. BRIGHT. BEAUTIFUL.

Baltimore Beyond Plastic is a youth-led organization founded in 2016 to support a Maryland expanded polystyrene (Styrofoam) phase-out. Our work continues to grow to embrace a variety of environmental topics.
Mission Statement: Baltimore Beyond Plastic coordinates youth advocacy efforts around a diverse range of environmental problems facing Baltimore City, such as:
  1. waste and trash
  2. climate change and energy
  3. economic inequalities and job insecurities
  4. health disparities stemming from environmental issues
We have a special focus around plastic pollutants.

Check out youth in action at our events! 

Upcoming events

Join us at any of our upcoming (free) events!
 Events
 Join us at these events to raise awareness about plastic pollution.
Legislation
We're in the middle of doing some summer legislative research, so no events are currently planned. Check back soon!
Community
We will be visiting various YouthWorks sites to teach students about plastic pollution. Check our Why We Care page to see pictures and updates on how we're spreading our message!

See Our events FOR A FULl lIST.

how you can help