Founded in 2025 by Shelly and Reyna Lalani, The Green Team began as a local cleanup initiative and quickly evolved into a movement dedicated to sustainability, education, and community action. With a vision for a cleaner, greener planet, the founders sought to bridge the gap between awareness and action.
Reducing waste and conserving resources by building accessible recycling and upcycling programs, empowering today’s learners through sustainability education, and inspiring community-driven solutions
These values shape every program we design, from small local cleanups to partnerships with national organizations like Urban Green. By combining grassroots action with larger collaborations, we ensure our work creates both local and long-lasting impact.
At the heart of our organization is a passionate team of volunteers, educators, and advocates. Each person contributes to building a community that takes pride in environmental stewardship. Our story is proof that change begins when individuals come together with a shared purpose.
We drive change through two key areas:
Together, these efforts create lasting impact — building communities that live and thrive sustainably.
