Urban Compassion Project (UCP) supports communities in need by clearing illegally dumped waste, providing mutual aid, 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.
Cleanups
In 2025 alone, UCP and 2000+ volunteers, in collaboration with our unhoused neighbors, have removed over 650 tons of trash from our streets. We combine these large-scale cleanups with ongoing maintenance through our Homeless Ambassador Program and partnerships with neighborhoods and local businesses to improve enforcement and prevent future dumping.
Mutual Aid
Every week, we distribute essential items to our unhoused neighbors, including hygiene kits, clothing, shoes, blankets, pillows, and pet food, empowering and supporting the most vulnerable members of our community.
When people’s basic needs are met, they are in a better position to get off the streets and find a fulfilling place in society.
Outreach
In the course of our operations we also conduct outreach, making connections with unhoused people. We learn their stories and develop plans to help them improve their lives by linking them with services such as housing, healthcare, and substance abuse treatment programs.
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 Mutual Aid Distributions
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.
Sponsor a Cleanup
You or your company can sponsor a cleanup! Your funding would cover all equipment and supplies needed for one of our weekly cleanups. Click to contact us for details.
People Given Assistance
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 a registered 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Contributions are tax deductible.
EIN: 86-2807260
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.
Media Highlights
We are excited to introduce our collaboration with The City Eats, an organization that provides meals to the unhoused and low-income individuals.
The City Eats has been supporting our cleanups, providing our volunteers and our homeless neighbors with food, coffee, and music.