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Free compost giveaway and paper shredding event for Santa Ana residents

AprApril 29 2023

7:00am - 12:00pm


picture of compost soil

Saturday, April 29, 2023 , 7 a.m. – Noon at Centennial Regional Park, 3000 W. Edinger Avenue in the City of Santa Ana

 For free compost giveaway 

  • Bring your bag/containers to collect up to 80 gallons of garden compost.
  • Compost will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis, while the supply lasts.
  • Republic Services staff will answer questions about the Santa Ana Organic Recycling Services.
  • Kitchen pails (two-gallon size) will be available for purchase from Republic Services for $12.00.

 For free on-site paper shredding 

  • Bring paper for safe and secure on-site shredding.
  • Maximum of five boxes (10” x 12” x 15”) of paper.
  • Residents will be able to observe the materials being shredded.

For more information, call Republic Services at (657) 467-6220.

Proof of Santa Ana residency required (California driver’s license, water or utility bill). This program is not for commercial use.

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