Kelsy Deckard

I will give up gum or choose gum made from chicle or other plastic-free gum bases.

I will use wool dryer balls or another plastic-free alternative to dryer sheets to keep my clothes static-free.

Throughout its life cycle, polystyrene (styrofoam) can harm people, communities, and the planet. I will refuse styrofoam whenever I can, making sure to kindly let people know why I'm asking for alternative packaging.

I will prepare my own pet treats to avoid plastic packaging.

I will pick up 5 piece(s) of litter each day.

I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 5 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.

I will replace my disposable razors with steel razors.

Using the action resource links below, my family will spend 15 minutes learning about environmental justice, causes of environmental injustice, and how plastic waste disproportionately impacts already vulnerable communities.

I will advocate for alternatives to single use packaging at local grocery stores, markets, or work.

I will host or participate in a beach, highway, river, or other cleanup effort in my community.

I will replace my plastic toothbrush with a bamboo toothbrush.

If possible, I will avoid sending 3 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day by using a reusable mug or bringing my own travel cup.

When possible, I will not use disposable bags when shopping, including produce bags.

I will keep 3 plastic straw(s) out of the landfill per day by refusing straws or using my own reusable straw.