Since 2011

CLEan + Convenient Compost Collection

Best commercial and residential composting service in Massachusetts and Rhode Island

in Massachusetts, Rhode Island + New York

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It couldn't be any easier

to  start composting help heal our planet

Our organic waste pickup process is as painless as possible!

(Try saying that five times fast)

Step 1

Fill out the short sign-up form to create your account.

Enroll here ➝

Step 2

We deliver a new compost bin to your home or business. As simple as that!

Step 3

Toss in your organic waste, we pick up your bin and leave you a clean one.

Step 4

We compost your scraps, convert it into nutrient-rich soil and deliver it to you!

"WHat can I compost?"

If it grows, it goes!

our (customers') impact by the numbers

Thanks to our customers and partners who have done their part to divert their organic waste!

18Mil lbs

of organic material diverted from landfills

138K trees

growing for 10 years in CO2 offset

2Mil buckets

retrieved and returned fresh and ready for more

9Mil gallons

of gasoline diverted in CO2 emissions

Proud to support composting for people, companies and Towns around New England

Serving Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Southern NH and Hudson Valley, NY

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I appreciated the convenience of them picking up my compost on scheduled dates. Will be recommending them to anyone who's looking for composting services!

Max Q.

Providence, RI

I appreciated the convenience of them picking up my compost on scheduled dates. Will be recommending them to anyone who's looking for composting services!

Max Q.

Providence, RI

I appreciated the convenience of them picking up my compost on scheduled dates. Will be recommending them to anyone who's looking for composting services!

Max Q.

Providence, RI

Slaying waste since 2011

We're Bootstrap Compost, your local composting service dedicated to turning your food scraps into nutrient-rich compost since 2011. Serving the Greater Boston, Providence, Worcester and Berkshires areas, we make composting simple and convenient. Join us in reducing landfill waste and enriching our local soil.

Let's make our community greener, one bucket at a time!

A look at our initiatives, partners, achievements and other exciting news...

By Amy Dolan August 27, 2025
Bootstrap works with an array of clients — from individual households to entire apartment buildings; from small offices to corporate campuses; from block parties to Bar Mitzvahs. Clearly, we cover quite a bit of ground! But as our HQs in Mass and RI have FILLED UP with our branded 48-gallon toters collected from schools on break (albeit not for long), we find ourselves reflecting on the unique impact our school partners are making through this whole composting thing. And while the hard metrics — pounds diverted, GHGs eliminated, compost created — are indeed impressive, what really gets us excited is WHY schools make for such effective composting partners. Here’s our take: Built into Institutional Workflows Schools maintain a predictable volume of compostables. The task then is relatively simple: implement systems for capturing appropriate feedstocks, such as apples (so many apples), cardboard trays and virtually any uneaten meals. Our composting efforts are bolstered by clearly labeled bins, educational programming conducted by Bootstrap staff, and student-led green teams that assist with mitigating contamination and motivating their peers on best practices. Symbiotically Beneficial By actively participating in on-site organics collection, students gain hands-on experience that transforms abstract curricular concepts in science, math, and social studies into tangible, real-world applications. If a partnering school maintains a garden, the education cycle broadens even more via the application of the finished compost to advance growth and soil remediation. In the end, school composting programs impart timeless information about ecological cycles and environmental stewardship. Opportunity for Impact Big systems thinking! By integrating composting programs into their operations, schools provide a tangible platform for students to learn firsthand about waste management systems, inspiring them to consider the logistical, economic, and social requirements for creating effective and sustainable solutions. Indeed, one little composting program can have a major ripple effect. It can spark dozens of dinnertime conversations. We have seen students present at town halls, launch school garden clubs, and influence citywide composting policy. In the end, schools generate much more than just food waste — they generate opportunities. During the 2024-25 academic year, Bootstrap Compost partnered with over 150 schools across New England. We have seen firsthand how composting can enrich both the environment and the educational experience.
New website launch for Bootstrap Compost
July 28, 2025
Over the past 14 years (it’ll be 15 in January), we’ve grown. A lot. We’re serving more schools , more businesses and more events than ever before. We’re showing up at weddings and public housing developments, in office kitchens and at concert venues. And with that growth came a simple truth: our old website just wasn’t cutting it anymore. So this past winter, Team Boot decided that our site was due for a digital refresh. Not just to make things prettier (though we think the new iteration is easier on the eyes), but to make it easier for you — our clients, our community, and our compost-curious neighbors — to find what you need to take action! Here’s what we set out to do with the rebuild: Make it easy to use. Whether you’re a homeowner ready to adopt composting into your daily life, or a business owner looking to make your company more sustainable, we want you to find what you need quickly and easily. Tell our story better. Bootstrap isn’t just a composting company — we’re part of a bigger movement for climate solutions, waste justice, and community resilience. We wanted the new site to reflect the full scope of our work, our impact, and the values that drive us. Create a foundation for what’s next. From educational resources to blog content (like this post!), the new site is designed to grow with us and you.