2026 Rake A Difference Day

Join us for "Rake A Difference Day" on College Hill. This event welcomes all neighbors (all residents + Greek row neighbors) to come together, help rake leaves, and prepare yards for the City of Pullman's leaf pick-up service. The City of Pullman will do a special leaf pickup day on November 12th to collect the leaves from this event.

Important Details:

1. Meet at Ruby Street Park at 12:00pm and check-out your rake & work gloves. Bring your Cougar Card/Student ID.
2. Hot cocoa will be provided (first come first serve).
3. Rake leaves on the sidewalks, in your yard, and in your neighbors' yards (with permission) and leaves that are covering drains, placing the piles near the street close to the curb. Leave the storm drains open and clear to avoid flooding.
4. Wear warm clothing appropriate for the weather and close toed shoes.
5. Reminder: To submit your impact, you will need to submit a picture of yourself raking at the address you chose. Make sure to circle yourself if you submit a group photo!

Raking and properly removing leaves prevents them from clogging storm drains, which can lead to street flooding and water drainage issues that affect the entire neighborhood. It also helps maintain healthy lawns and public spaces by preventing leaf piles from smothering grass and creating slippery hazards on sidewalks. Clean lawns and well draining streets discourage the proliferation of pests and keep everyone healthy.