Our Mission

Tracy Earth Project is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving our natural resources by supporting a healthy culture of environmental, social, and economic sustainability.

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SAVE THE DATE

2025 Tracy Earth Day: Growing Tracy Green

April 26, 2025

9:00 am-1:00 pm

Downtown Tracy at 9th Avenue and Central Avenue

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SAVE THE DATE

TEP TALK: Transforming Waste Into Opportunity with BEAM Circular

February 26, 2025

4:00-5:30 pm

Tracy Community Center
950 East Street

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Valley Link Passenger Rail Project

Watch the Valley Link presentation cosponsored by Tracy Earth Project. Valley Link is a new 42-mile, passenger rail service connecting the more than 105,000 workers who travel daily over the Altamont Pass from their homes in the Northern San Joaquin Valley with fast, frequent, zero-emission service.

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Teamwork helps TEP build a sustainable business community 

Tracy Earth Project's latest column in the Tracy Press explores how Tracy Green Business Network is good for business and the community.

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Dotty Nygard Wins Prestigious Award

Dotty Nygard, the founder of Tracy Earth Project was honored by the Sierra Club Mother Lode chapter. 

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Photo of Tracy Earth Project's article in the Tracy Press "Celebrate Tracy" special edition.

TEP Featured in "Celebrate Tracy"

Tracy Earth Project is recognized by the Tracy Press for programs and events focused on environmental education and promoting sustainable practices in Tracy.

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Tracy Green Business Network

Tracy Earth Project and the Tracy Chamber of Commerce are proud to announce the launch of the Tracy Green Business Network. By joining our Green Team, you will hear best practices from other businesses that can help you save money, attract more customers, and minimize your environmental impact. 

Tracy Bike Life Youth Program

This program provides a safe and fun place for  kids to learn bicycle safety, repair, and maintenance. Our next class begins October 22. Register now!

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Earth Day Challenge

We ask students to identify an environmental issue and present a solution. Winners are announced at our annual Tracy Earth Day event.

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TEP Youth Council

We are local teenagers who are passionate about the environment and making a difference. 

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2025 Tracy Earth Day

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Tracy Tree Planting

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SB 1383 and Food Recovery

SB 1383 is a landmark legislation that aims to reduce emissions of short-lived climate pollutants, including methane and HFCs. You can help meet this goal by practicing organic recycling, waste reduction, and other climate-friendly practices. 

It can take more than 1,000 years for plastics to degrade in a landfill. Learn what steps you can take in your daily life to protect and preserve our planet. 

Your tax-deductible donation supports local education and youth-focused programs, creating more opportunities for all to actively participate in our environmental community.

Make A Difference

Tracy Earth Project is growing. We welcome all community members and businesses to volunteer for our programs and events. 

The President’s Volunteer Service Award recognizes the valuable contributions volunteers make in our communities. Tracy Earth Project is a Certified Organization. Working with TEP, volunteers can earn service hours to help qualify for this prestigious award. 

To learn more, visit Presidential Service Awards.

Tracy Earth Project is proud to be a member of the California Association of Nonprofits (CalNonprofits), a statewide alliance of nonprofits.