Friends of McGolrick Park is a volunteer organization run by the dedicated residents of Greenpoint. We aim for the preservation and beautification of McGolrick Park, safe and equitable access for all, and a flourishing green space to support the people, plants, and animals of our community.

Help us fund dedicated pizza box recycling containers for McGolrick Park.

Pizza in the park is one of life’s simple pleasures - but the trash? Not so much. Our trash cans can’t handle them, which often leads to overflow and litter.

Friends of McGolrick Park is raising funds for dedicated pizza box receptacles designed to keep our park cleaner and easier to maintain.

FAQ's:

Why can’t the Parks Department pay for these bins?

Like many city agencies, NYC Parks is operating with limited resources and has faced ongoing budget cuts in recent years. This has meant fewer staff, reduced maintenance capacity, and tighter constraints on new equipment and pilot programs like specialized recycling bins. While Parks works hard to maintain our green spaces, projects like this often rely on community partnerships to move forward.

Who is organizing this effort?

Friends of McGolrick Park, a volunteer-led group working to care for and improve the park.

Where will the bins be placed?

In high-traffic areas of McGolrick Park where pizza box waste is most common.

How will the bins be funded?

Through contributions from local pizza restaurants, community partners, and neighbors who want to support a cleaner park.

How can restaurants get involved?

Restaurants can contribute to the cost of purchasing and installing the bins. Participating businesses will be recognized for supporting the park and the neighborhood.

When will the bins be installed?

Installation will take place once fundraising goals are met.

Who maintains the bins?

Bins will be coordinated with Parks Department support, along with ongoing advocacy and volunteer stewardship from Friends of McGolrick Park.