Summer with SOLVE is here, a time to get outside, take action, and care for the places we enjoy most. Whether you're joining a cleanup along the river, restoring a local park, or volunteering at a community event, there's a project waiting for you. From protecting waterways during peak recreation season to caring for the places that bring people together all summer long, your actions help keep our communities healthy, welcoming, and beautiful.
We’re proud to partner with community groups, nonprofits, businesses, and dedicated volunteers who keep the places we love vibrant, welcoming, and ready for summer adventures. Here are just a few of the partners powering our summer efforts.
SOLVE partners with Rebecca Lexa to host Neighborhood Ecology & Cleanups, educational cleanup events that combine hands-on stewardship with learning about urban wildlife, native plants, and local ecosystems. Rebecca is an environmental educator, Oregon Master Naturalist, self-proclaimed nature nerd, and a dedicated River Adopter with SOLVE. Through the Adopt-A-River program, she stewards a section of the Columbia River, helping restore native habitat. Learn more about our Adopt-A-River program
Communities on the coast come together to keep Oregon’s beaches clean, safe, and welcoming for both people and wildlife. The Master Recyclers of Florence team up with local partners for a Post-4th Cleanup at Heceta Beach, just one example of volunteers removing fireworks debris, litter, and marine waste left behind after the celebrations. These cleanups play an important role in protecting coastal ecosystems and preventing harmful debris from entering the ocean. Learn more here:
SOLVE’s partnership with OnPoint Community Credit Union helps protect the region’s natural spaces by powering volunteer‑led cleanups, expanding community engagement, and supporting healthier, more resilient environments. Each year, OnPoint’s team members participate in SOLVE’s Out of Office program, a private, team engagement experience where SOLVE handles every detail, allowing teams to focus on connection, stewardship, and meaningful impact. Learn more about SOLVE’s Out of Office Program:
SOLVE partners with Rebecca Lexa to host Neighborhood Ecology & Cleanups, educational cleanup events that combine hands-on stewardship with learning about urban wildlife, native plants, and local ecosystems. Rebecca is an environmental educator, Oregon Master Naturalist, self-proclaimed nature nerd, and a dedicated River Adopter with SOLVE. Through the Adopt-A-River program, she stewards a section of the Columbia River, helping restore native habitat. Learn more about our Adopt-A-River program
Looking Ahead
As summer winds down, we’ll gear up for our annual Beach & Riverside Cleanup. Get involved by hosting a project on International Coastal Cleanup Day, National Public Lands Day, World Rivers Day, or any day in between!
Want to learn more about the support SOLVE provides to volunteers hosting projects? Visit our New Leader Orientation page.
