Trash Bash raises critical funds to help Painted Bins expand our environmental education programs, Teaching Artist instruction, student art shows, and the installation of compost and recycling bins wrapped in student-designed artwork across Marin County. Your participation supports the next generation of environmental leaders.

Painted Bins engages Marin County youth in climate action through environmental education, visual arts, and public speaking. Teaching Artists and High school students lead educational activities teaching elementary student artists about the impact of waste—especially food waste—on greenhouse gas emissions. Following these sessions, elementary students design posters aimed at encouraging composting and recycling practices. Their artwork appears on community bins, at art shows, and public events, promoting daily waste reduction.

Since 2023, over 1,100 students from 11 schools have joined; by end of 25-26 school year, more than 2,600 studentsfrom 23 schools are expected to participate. Student art wraps over 45 public bins across five cities, diverting over 8.5 tons of food waste each year.

Support is vital for enhancing educational programs, school support, art shows, and bin installations. Through our program, students develop skills in critical thinking and leadership as they share their ideas publicly and encourage climate-friendly habits.

Trash Bash 2026 Tickets

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Trash Bash 2026 Tickets