about-bagups
About Bag Ups
Disrupting the industry and making a difference one bag at a time.
We’re on a mission to change the waste disposal industry by providing shoppers with better options for a greater impact. Through innovative design and eco-conscious technology, we’ve created a trash bag that is long-lasting, not everlasting. Made from biodegradable plastic, our bags are designed to handle even the toughest clean-ups while being gentle on the planet. Our commitment to sustainability follows us into the warehouse. Sourced, produced and packaged in the United States means we’re able to uphold labor practices that are fair and ethical. Giving back to local communities is integral at Bag Ups®, that’s why the team that packages each and every one of your orders is made up of veterans and people with disabilities eager to be part of daily life.
Easy On The Planet
From biodegradable bags to recyclable packaging, we take our commitment to a zero-waste footprint seriously.
Made in the USA
Sustainability & ethically made in the USA, packed by veterans and people with disabilities.
Make the worst chore, the easiest.
Meet The Founder
The idea of Bag Ups® came to Jack Licata in an unconventional way. During his early days as a captain in the Air Force, he found himself on office clean-up duty emptying trash bins and thinking to himself, “there has got to be an easier way.”
It was then that the concept of a tissue-box-like system for trash bags came to mind. During the development of Bag Ups®, he became increasingly aware of the disastrous impact disposable trash bags have on our environment and he decided to do something about it. Jack’s commitment to serve our country and our planet led to the creation of Bag Ups®, a highly-functional, biodegradable alternative to the average trash bag.
Tragedy struck in Jack’s life when his fiancé was in a disabling car accident. After spending nearly a decade aiding her rehabilitation, he made a vow to empower the disabled community in any way he could. Today, when you order from Bag Ups®, a disabled veteran or member of our community will eagerly pack your order and send it out with care.
Learn More About Our Commitment To Veterans
"With every purchase, our customers support our efforts to employ veterans and people with disabilities and to help our environment, one green bag at a time."