We’ve been tracking the incredible success of The Interceptor – it’s been installed for a year as of October 22nd and has diverted over 85 tons of trash from going out into the ocean!!
Trash Interceptor

The Stoner Avenue Elementary School Native California Garden & asphalt removal project is fully funded!
Stoner Ave Elementary Garden

Please join us in Venice on March 16 for the Lucy and friends art show fundraiser from 1 to 6pm.
Auction open now at https://givebutter.com/c/F7FoqS
Go to our events calendar for more information.
Lucy and Friends


Lucy & Friends Art Fundraiser March 16 – Join Us!

Art auction show and reception from 1 to 6pm on Sunday March 16 at 507 Boccaccio Ave. Venice,  90291. Come see the work of 5 artists at the beautiful Emeco House showroom space steps away from Abbot Kinney and the Venice canals. Online auction open now at https://givebutter.com/c/F7FoqS/auction
for complete information see the event on the calendar go here.

Who We Are

Ballona Creek Renaissance (BCR) is a Culver City-based 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to facilitating the long-term renewal of Ballona Creek and its watershed. In partnership with public agencies, non-profit organizations, schools, businesses and community members, BCR promotes environmental, artistic, recreational and educational projects while respecting the creek’s essential role in regional flood protection.

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  • Creek Cleanups

    Several times a year, BCR arranges a creek or wetlands cleanup, along with partners such as other organizations or public agencies.

  • Native Plant Gardens

    Native California plants, especially those suited to the location you’re going to plant them, need far less water than all those plants with huge, gorgeous flowers and high-maintenance grassy lawns.


  • Native Plant Gardens

    Native California plants, especially those suited to the location you’re going to plant them, need far less water than all those plants with huge, gorgeous flowers and high-maintenance grassy lawns.

  • Creek Cleanups

    Several times a year, BCR arranges a creek or wetlands cleanup, along with partners such as other organizations or public agencies.