We're the leading advocate for public policies to reduce trash pollution and litter in Maryland's neighborhoods and waterways. Join us! We're the leading advocate for public policies to reduce trash pollution and litter in Maryland Trash Free Maryland, founded in 2010, is a nonprofit organization focused on lasting change to prevent trash pollution. We bring together organizations, businesses, government agencies and decision makers, and individuals committed to reducing trash in Maryland’s environment. Many of our partners have participated in community cleanup events and been discouraged by the futility of their efforts. Trash Free Maryland seeks to prevent litter from happening in the first place, and supports policies and programs to that end. We focus much of our attention on programs and policies to reduce single-use plastic, and to incentivize recycling and reuse. Trash Free Maryland is also participating in the development and assessment of legislation to improve recycling and prevent waste.