Local Boy, 9, Honored By Council For Keeping Norristown Beautiful

Grayson Anthony McCoy has inspired other children to join in his various cleanup efforts, which have collected 800 pounds of litter.

Mar. 10, 2026 at 5:20pm

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Grayson Anthony McCoy, a 9-year-old Norristown resident, was recognized by the municipal council and awarded the Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful's "2025 Stewards for Tomorrow Youth Award" for his extensive efforts to clean up litter around the community. Grayson has organized over 30 cleanup events and collected more than 800 pounds of trash, while also inspiring other neighborhood children to join his initiatives.

Why it matters

Grayson's dedication to keeping Norristown clean and beautiful at such a young age sets an inspiring example for other youth in the community. His work highlights the importance of environmental stewardship and community pride, which can have a lasting positive impact on a local area.

The details

Grayson Anthony McCoy was presented the award by Keep Norristown Beautiful Director Lisa Bobyock at the municipal council meeting. In addition to the cleanup efforts, Grayson also volunteered at "Make Your Own Rain Barrel Workshops" and created a "Fishing for Litter" game for Norristown's National Night Out that engaged many of his young peers.

  • Grayson was presented the award at the municipal council meeting on Tuesday night (March 10, 2026).
  • Grayson has organized more than 30 cleanup events around Norristown over the past year.

The players

Grayson Anthony McCoy

A 9-year-old Norristown resident who has been recognized for his extensive efforts to clean up litter around the community, organizing over 30 cleanup events and collecting more than 800 pounds of trash.

Lisa Bobyock

The director of Keep Norristown Beautiful, who presented Grayson with the "2025 Stewards for Tomorrow Youth Award" at the municipal council meeting.

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What they’re saying

“He is a true warrior when it comes to picking up litter and spreading the word to his friends and neighbors.”

— Lisa Bobyock, Keep Norristown Beautiful Director

What’s next

Grayson plans to continue organizing community cleanup events and inspiring other children in Norristown to get involved in keeping the town beautiful.

The takeaway

Grayson's inspiring efforts at just 9 years old demonstrate the power of youth to make a positive impact on their local community through environmental stewardship and civic engagement. His work sets an example for other young people to follow.