Compost and mulch · New York
Westchester County Residential Compost Giveaway Events
Run by Westchester County Department of Environmental Facilities
- What you get
- Free: two 1-cubic-foot bags of compost per registered resident
- Who qualifies
- Residents of Westchester County
- Where
- Westchester County residents.
- Status
- Seasonal. 2026 spring (Apr 11, 21, 28) and fall (Sep 16, 22, 30, Oct 3) events have passed; next round expected spring 2027 (not announced)
- Type of payment
- Free item
What you do
Register for a time slot at a county compost giveaway event and pick up free bagged compost for your garden.
Requirements
- Advance online registration with a chosen time slot is required (limited supply)
- Staff verify registration on arrival
- You may pick up for one additional registered resident with a copy or photo of that person's photo ID
- No vehicle may receive more than four bags
How to apply
- 1Go to environment.westchestercountyny.gov/residential-compost-distribution-events
- 2Choose an event and register for a time slot via the linked reservation page
- 3Arrive at your slot with proof of registration
- 4Staff load the pre-bagged compost into your vehicle
Timing and deadlines
Same-day pickup
None open as of 2026-10-17
Combining it with other programs
Can be combined with the county's discounted compost bin and rain barrel sale
Sources
- https://environment.westchestercountyny.gov/residential-compost-distribution-events (official page)
- https://www.westchestercountyny.gov/all-press-releases/westchester-county-to-host-three-free-compost-giveaway-events-in-celebration-of-earth-month
Last checked October 17, 2026. See something out of date? Tell us.
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