Urban Compassion Project (UCP) supports communities in need by clearing illegally dumped waste and linking homeless individuals to critical services.
We provide support to those in need and clear tons of illegally dumped trash from the streets of Oakland.
The #East12thMovement – OUR LARGEST INITIATIVE TO DATE
Make A Donation
Every dollar you donate helps us remove more waste, house more individuals, and extend our reach to those in need. Join us in creating a safer, cleaner, and more compassionate world.
Become A Volunteer
Volunteering with us means sharing compassion and building bridges. We have remote and in-person volunteer opportunities and are actively growing our team.
Support Our Wishlist
Our Amazon wishlist has super essential items that directly support our daily operations and those we serve. This is a great way to contribute and we appreciate the help.
Media Highlights
People Linked to Critical Services
Tons of Trash Removed
Volunteer Participants
Frequently Asked Questions:
How will my donation be used?
Donations are crucial for funding our cleanups, resource distributions, and case management services. Your support helps us provide essentials like food, clothing, and hygiene products, and contributes to our efforts in rehousing.
Is my donation tax-deductible?
Urban Compassion Project is in the process of 501(c)(3) reinstatement. Once complete, all contributions will be retroactively tax deductible.
Can I volunteer my time instead of donating money?
Absolutely! We value the time and skills of our volunteers. There are many ways to get involved, from participating in cleanups to assisting in our administrative tasks.
Read the latest news and hear community voices:
Oaklandside: How one Oaklander is organizing to clean up illegal dumping in Oakland
After seeing myself in the eyes of an unhoused boy, I decided to start cleaning up areas in West Oakland where unhoused people live. The work snowballed from...