VisitLex has partnered with six local coffee shops: Leestown Coffee, The Greenery, Third Street Stuff and Coffee, A Cup of Commonwealth, North Lime Coffee and Donuts, and Kenwick Table.
Participants can choose their preferred location, scan a QR code to register, get trash bags and supplies from the barista, head out to clean up a park, and return to claim their free cup of joe.
VisitLex presents the initiative as a "voluntourism" opportunity, giving visitors the chance to engage in meaningful ways with the community.
“Lexington is known for its natural beauty, walkable neighborhoods, and vibrant community,” said Arin Arnold-Davis, VisitLEX’s Director of Destination Stewardship and Community Engagement. “With Pick Up Perks, visitors can enjoy a great local cup of coffee while experiencing our city in a more meaningful way and leaving it a little better than they found it.”
Both locals and visitors are encouraged to participate, and are eligible for one free cup per month.