The Ten Little Pieces Story
The Ten Little Pieces Vision
At Ten Little Pieces, we’re dedicated to creating a world where people and wildlife thrive in a healthy, sustainable environment. We take practical action and advocate for policies that protect our planet
and promote social justice.
Our educational programs turn awareness into action, inspiring individuals of all ages to pursue sustainability—one little piece, one little step at a time.
We’re proud to collaborate with partners like 5 Gyres, Plastic Pollution Coalition, The Jane Goodall Foundation, Teach SDGs, and UNEP’s Global Partnership on Plastic Pollution and Marine Litter. These partnerships help amplify our efforts to combat plastic pollution and drive real change. By working together with local and global organizations, we’re addressing some of the world’s most urgent environmental challenges.
Explore our School Program Guide and Early Learner Program Guide and join the movement. Currently visiting Sunshine Coast, Noosa, Gympie, Brisbane, and Gold Coast—online suite coming soon!
Every little piece makes a difference...
Ten Little Pieces came about one beautiful Summer’s day on Noosa Main Beach with my hot, tired and cranky children asking for an ice cream.
While I packed up the beach kit, I said to my kids that an ice cream would cost them ten little pieces of rubbish. To my astonishment, they returned to me with hands full of cans, bottles, straws, food wrappers and cigarette butts. We washed our hands, and as we got the ice creams, my 6 year old asked if he could have his ice cream in a cone because.... he didn't want the little plastic spoon that came with the cup.
From little things, big things grow.
The simple act of collecting litter opens conversations around conscious consumerism, environmental stewardship and a rethinking of our concept of waste. Our reach is all about you, the parents, educators and kids that are stepping up all over the world to create ripple effects of change.
"Thank you for your efforts - they mean the World"
~ Ali Foley - Founder & Director
