The Philadelphia More Beautiful Committee (PMBC), a division of the Department of Sanitation, is proud to host the 2025 PMBC Block Captain Rally on Saturday, March 22, 2025. This annual gathering brings together over 1,000 Block Captains and community leaders from across Philadelphia to honor their dedication to keeping neighborhoods clean and green. The rally serves as an opportunity for attendees to access key city resources, receive important updates, and participate in educational workshops designed to support their vital work.
Event Highlights:
- Shredding Event: (9 a.m. – 1p.m.) N. 12th Street (between Arch and Race Streets)
- Dispose of sensitive documents and unwanted electronics
- Main Program/Rally: (9:30 – 10:30 a.m.) – Hear from city leaders and get the latest updates on sanitation initiatives.
- Exhibitor Tabling: (10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.) – Connect with city departments, organizations, and service providers to discover valuable resources.
- Workshop Sessions: (10:45 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.) – Learn new strategies and best practices for community beautification.
Featured Speakers:
- Mayor Cherelle Parker
- Crystal Jacobs Shipman, Commissioner, Department of Sanitation
- Carlton Williams, Director of Clean and Green Initiatives
- City Council Members
- Representatives from the Managing Director’s Office (MDO) and various city agencies
- Jim Donovan, CBS News Philadelphia
Why This Matters:
“The dedication of our Block Captains is the backbone of creating a cleaner, safer, and more beautiful Philadelphia,” said Dawn Woods, PMBC Administrator. “This rally is our way of showing appreciation while equipping them with the tools they need to continue their work.”
Join us in celebrating these incredible community leaders and learning how we can all contribute to a cleaner, greener Philadelphia!
For more information about PMBC and the Block Captain Rally, or to register as a volunteer, visit https://www.phila.gov/pmbc.
