Arbor Day Foundation

220,000+ trees planted in 📍 Australia Throughout Australia, once-forested areas have been cleared over time for surface mining and agricultural use, leading to significant environmental challenges. The consequences have been far-reaching, with frequent flooding, erosion problems, and the unfortunate fragmentation of once-thriving forests. In a dedicated effort to restore the ecological balance, these trees were carefully planted, marking a step towards reclaiming the land's native vitality. The positive impact cascades through the ecosystem — water quality leading to the Great Barrier Reef is improved, ecosystems are more resilient, and the country's rare and wonderful wildlife have better habitats. The journey to restore these landscapes is ongoing, a testament to our shared responsibility to safeguard the environment for future generations.

For decades, the Arbor Day Foundation has helped communities devastated by natural disasters, including those like recent hurricanes Helene and Milton, recover by planting trees. When the time is right, and these communities are ready to rebuild, we will help plant trees to bring growth, hope, and new life- thanks to the support of partners, members, and donors like you. Join us in helping to restore these disaster-stricken areas— together, we can replant hope. Give today at the link below: https://lnkd.in/gWH5SW78

We are teaming up with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to help make communities greener! 👇 Tomorrow at Bristoe Station Park, AWS and Keep Prince William Beautiful will plant 100 trees and distribute 50 more to local residents. These efforts will support the Chesapeake Bay Resource Protection Area by naturally filtering stormwater and restoring wildlife habitats. Our ongoing collaboration with AWS demonstrates their commitment to investing in communities across the United States to create greener, healthier spaces where people and nature can thrive. We're inspired by their dedication to making a lasting impact. #AWSInCommunities

Taken at face value it seems like an overly simple notion that trees and forests can help us solve some of the biggest problems we're currently up against. What most people don’t realize is that trees perform a multitude of tasks that benefit every single living thing on our planet. As the world alarmingly edges its way closer to the climate ledge, trees and forests remain the most affordable, scalable nature-based solution available today. Our planet needs influential organizations to step up and accelerate the impact trees and forests can have around the world. Thanks to our global network of partners and supporters, we’re positioned to lead the way. We’ve set a goal to help us—all of us—meet the moment, by planting 500 million trees, with a focus on forests and neighborhoods of greatest need by 2027. https://lnkd.in/gFjR-mU2

We love seeing our partner's team members getting their hands dirty and making a difference in their communities. East Boston just got greener thanks to our friends at DraftKings Inc. living out their commitment to a happier, healthier planet 🌎🌱💪

We are proud to announce the next round subawardees of the Community Roots Program! This grant opportunity is in partnership with the USDA Forest Service and funded by the Inflation Reduction Act. The program supports 18 amazing community-based nonprofit organizations — which have been awarded — as well as these 16 newly awarded federally recognized Tribes, Tribal organizations, or organizations working in a Tribal community. "This is a unique opportunity to use trees to create lasting, positive change in areas that have long been deprived of green resources. We know our subawardees understand the needs of their community better than we ever could. So, we'll be walking alongside them in this journey, using federal funds to empower them and their vision for their land." - Dan Lambe We are grateful for the dedicated efforts of each subawardee and look forward to witnessing the positive impact of this program in their communities. Together, we are committed to fostering a sustainable and vibrant future for Indigenous lands through the power of forestry and green spaces. Check out the full list of the Tribal subawardees 👉 https://lnkd.in/gPKprmAD

The Mississippi Alluvial Valley is considered an important flyway for migratory birds—a favorite fowl Airbnb stop. An estimated 40% of North America’s waterfowl and 60% of all bird species migrate to and through the region. Flooded bottomland hardwood forests are havens and food sources. Unfortunately, this bird hotspot has shrunk to 8 million acres from its original 25-million-acre size, putting a strain on the land and the birds. Using the latest data and technology to identify the forests where tree planting would have the greatest impact on the world, The Arbor Day Foundation has determined this region a top planting priority. We’re working with trusted local partners and landowners to not only reforest the region, but also to ensure the forest stands are structured to support wildlife. Read the full story and see how you can help at https://lnkd.in/g5CATigd

This #WorldMentalHealthDay, let’s hear it for trees and their amazing healing abilities. 👉 Living within 100 meters of a tree reduces rates of depression 👉 Urbanites with adequate access to green space experience 31% less emotional distress 👉 For every 1% increase in green space, city dwellers experience a corresponding decline in stress levels 👉 Children who live near sufficient green space have a lower risk of developing mental health issues in adulthood Want to know more about the link between trees and our mood? Check out our article that digs deeper into why we should have more trees: https://lnkd.in/gFsFVE7B

Four hundred years ago, the longleaf pine dominated the landscape of the American Southeast. More than 90 million acres of longleaf forest stretched from Virginia to Texas. And to this day, although the forest cover now hovers around only 5 million acres, longleaf pines remain a beloved symbol of the region. In the American Southeast, we’re supporting efforts to restore longleaf pine and other native species at a massive scale. Learn why 👇 https://lnkd.in/g3DxRwR3

You don't want to miss the second session of our three-part series on community engagement. In this session, led by Dr. Christine Carmichael, we’ll explore creative ways to unite communities, share diverse perspectives, and co-create meaningful solutions. What You’ll Learn: 🌳 Unique engagement techniques like pop-up events and "SpeakOut" sessions 🌳 Strategies to invite and include diverse community voices 🌳 Facilitating open communication for shared decision-making 🌳 Using tools like emotional journey maps to identify community priorities While this series is designed for all project partners receiving Inflation Reduction Act funding through the USDA Forest Service, it is free and open to the public. Can’t join live? Don’t worry! The recording and materials will be emailed to everyone who registers. Register now: https://lnkd.in/gtxB_MmY