Impact

We don’t just plant trees randomly.

We strategically plan for well-adapted, ecologically appropriate trees in the right places to support thriving, biodiverse forest systems across our urban and wildlands. In 2023 this looked like:

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Planting Projects

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Seedlings Potted

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Trees Planted

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Species Grown

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Volunteers

The passion of our volunteers and partners will change the narrative of our future. We leverage the power of people and partnerships, to enhance our healthy forests and connect with nature.

Treesilience

Canopy Crew

Mapping Growth

Impact Stories

St. Louis area Urban Tree Canopy reports

25th Anniversary - 2018 Archive Video

Jess Underwood
Finance & Operations Director

After 17 years in the non-profit and public sector, Jess remains committed to mission-driven work that tackles the challenges facing our communities. Their career began with a year of service as an Americorps St. Louis Emergency Response team member, responding to natural disasters and performing conservation projects. That foundation of service led to roles supporting the arts, affordable housing, mental health, and grassroots housing advocacy in St. Louis. During this journey Jess has worked to center the value “nothing about us, without us.” They do their best to ensure that the voices of people who have been marginalized guide the strategy and execution of work that honors their lived experiences. When they aren’t working, Jess is out paddling, hiking, working in their garden, or building something.