What This Site Is
CompostScraps is a plain-language reference for people who want to compost their food scraps but don't have curbside organics collection — which describes the majority of American households. We cover city-by-city food scrap drop-off programs: where they are, what they accept, how to sign up, and what to expect.
The information is gathered from official city and county government sources, direct research into program documentation, and ongoing monitoring of program changes. We update pages when programs launch, expand, or change their rules.
Our Editorial Approach
Every page on this site is built around a specific question a real person is trying to answer. We don't pad, we don't speculate, and we don't recommend programs we haven't verified. When program details are uncertain or changing, we say so — and we link to the official program source so you can verify for yourself.
We are not affiliated with any composting service, government agency, or environmental organization. We don't sell products, accept advertising that influences our content, or take referral fees from programs we cover. Our only revenue source is display advertising.
How We Verify Information
Program information comes from official city and county government websites, nonprofit program pages, and direct contact with program operators where possible. Program details change frequently — hours expand and contract, accepted materials shift, registration requirements change — and we do our best to reflect current status. Every city page includes a "last verified" date and a disclaimer to confirm details with the local program before visiting.
Who This Site Is For
Apartment and condo residents without building-level composting. Renters in multi-unit buildings excluded from curbside organics programs. Homeowners curious about drop-off as a supplement to backyard composting. Anyone who wants to know where to bring their food scraps and what they can actually bring.
Suggesting a City or Correction
We're adding cities regularly. If your city has a program we haven't covered, or if you notice an error on an existing page, please reach out through our contact page. Corrections and additions from people who know their local programs are invaluable.