Webinar: Keep Ohio Beautiful
Wednesday, February 26th – 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Keep Ohio Beautiful (KOB) is the leading statewide nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering Ohio communities to improve their local environments. As an affiliate of Keep America Beautiful, KOB fosters partnerships with government agencies, businesses, nonprofits, and individuals to create cleaner, greener, and more vibrant communities. Our mission is to inspire and educate Ohioans to take action to improve and beautify their neighborhoods, with a strong focus on ending litter, improving recycling and beautifying communities.
The Grassroots Role of Our Affiliates
KOB affiliates are the backbone of our mission, serving as grassroots champions of environmental stewardship in communities across the state. These local organizations work tirelessly to implement KOB’s programs and initiatives at the community level, ensuring they address the unique needs and priorities of their areas. From planting pollinator gardens and restoring urban greenspaces to hosting large-scale litter cleanups and educational workshops, KOB affiliates embody the power of collective action. Together, we create lasting change that strengthens the environmental, social, and economic vitality of Ohio’s communities.
Michael Mennett is the Executive Director of Keep Ohio Beautiful (KOB), a statewide nonprofit dedicated to preserving and enhancing Ohio’s natural beauty. KOB fosters partnerships, promotes environmental stewardship, and engages communities in litter prevention, waste reduction, recycling, and beautification projects. Michael is committed to creating a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable Ohio through impactful programs, education, and community involvement. He also is Past Chair of the Keep America Beautiful’s State Leaders Council (SLC) and is the SLC Representative on the Keep America Beautiful Board of Directors.
