Compost and mulch · California

StopWaste Free Compost Hubs

Run by StopWaste (Alameda County Waste Management Authority) with host cities and farms

OpenLast checked October 17, 2026
What you get
Free compost, no per-visit limit published
Who qualifies
Anyone; hubs do not verify residency. Aimed at residential and community gardeners.
Where
Anyone can use the hubs in Albany, Alameda, Berkeley, Livermore, Oakland, Piedmont, Pleasanton and Union City.
Status
Open. Year-round; Union City hub closed through Oct 26, 2026 for site improvements.
Type of payment
Free item
Official program page

What you do

Visit a compost hub with your own containers and load free compost for your garden.

Requirements

  • Bring your own fillable containers and load yourself
  • Observe posted hours and signage
  • Complete any on-site participation survey if posted
  • First come first served; piles can run out

How to apply

  1. 1Check hub list and hours on the StopWaste page
  2. 2Visit during open hours with containers
  3. 3Contact host city about availability if needed

Timing and deadlines

Immediate

none

Combining it with other programs

not published

Sources

Last checked October 17, 2026. See something out of date? Tell us.

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