Contributing Food Scraps
- What can I bring? ✅ Yes, please!
- Fruits & vegetables
- Coffee grounds & filters
- Eggshells
- Nut shells
- Loose leaf tea
- Flowers & plants
- Leaves & yard waste
- Undyed paper & cardboard
- What can't I bring? ❌ Sorry, we can't accept:
- Meat or fish
- Dairy products
- Cooked foods
- Bread & grains
- Oils & grease
- Diseased plants
- Non-shredded yard waste
- Why these restrictions? We maintain standards because our compost feeds edible gardens. Plus, being in an open space means we avoid items that attract wildlife.
- Drop-off Details
- Hours: Fridays 8-9:30 AM, Sundays 10-11:30 AM
- Location: 2714 California Ave
- Accepting from Residents and community organizations only
- We only accept drop offs during collection hours
- We are volunteer operated and zero waste driven, so please remove stickers from produce and plastic/ trash before drop off
- Food Scraps Storage Tips:
- If outsie, use a ventilated bucket in a shady spot
- If inside, you can also store in freezer/fridge
Finished Compost
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How long does it take to make compost?
2-3 months from scraps to black gold!
- Can I get take some compost? Absolutely! We suggest:
- $5-$20 donation per 5-gallon bucket (Pay-what-you-can sliding scale)
- Or volunteer with us in exchange for compost
Getting Involved
- Want to Volunteer? Fill out this waiver and come during drop-off hours. We'll show you the ropes! Activities include:
- Chopping scraps, Turning piles, Sifting compost, Making friends
City Green Bins
Will you stay open due to green bin rollout?
Yes! We're complementary to city services. While green bins handle meat and dairy and other things we wouldn’t accept, we provide a high quality time nurturing high-quality compost together.
Remember: Food feeds people and animals first! Please compost only what can't be eaten.