Illegal Dumping

Working to Stop Illegal Mattress Dumping 


Illegal dumping of mattresses hurts communities and the environment. We provide options to help address this problem and educate the public about the right way to dispose of a used mattress.

Leading the Development of Solutions 


We lead efforts to curb illegal dumping by collaborating with local stakeholders to understand the scope of the problem in Oregon and investing in community outreach initiatives to address this persistent problem.

Making an Investment

We fund the Illegally Dumped Mattress Collection Initiative in Oregon. This program works with a network of local and county governments to collect data on illegally dumped mattresses.

Creating Awareness

We sponsor a public service announcement to encourage proper disposal and combat illegal mattress dumping. View our current TV and radio spots in the ByeByeMattress.com Media Center.

Industry-Leading Resources

We provide outreach material to help local governments educate residents about the right way to dispose of a used mattress and how to access our no-cost recycling program.

We also created a guide for policy makers looking for best practices in addressing the illegal dumping of durable waste, and lesson plan activities for those interested in educating youth about how to recycle properly and the impact of waste on the environment.

Funding New Solutions

We dedicate resources to implement and fund workable intervention solutions.

View case studies showcasing the results of these pilot projects from our other state programs.

Sharing and Discussing

We hosted interactive workshops to discuss the root causes of illegal dumping, the effectiveness of past mitigation efforts and develop potential new interventions.

Establishing Collection Sites and Hosting Events

We engage communities working to mitigate illegal dumping by establishing collection sites and hosting mattress collection events to provide convenient no-cost access to proper mattress disposal and recycling.

Contact Us 


For more information about our efforts to address illegal mattress dumping or to participate in MRC’s Illegally Dumped Mattress Collection Initiative in Oregon, please email Taylor Grimes.