We believe that

You belong out here.

parks, trees and community

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we believe that

you belong out here

Grand Rapids has 76 amazing parks - there is space for everyone!

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we broke records in 2023

and we couldn't have done it without you!

Check out the 2023 Annual Report where together we invested in our communities, created vibrant public spaces and planted more trees than ever!

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Get Involved!

Adopt a Park

It takes many hands to preserve our parks. We are looking for families, organizations, groups, and businesses to help keep our parks looking great! 

Plant a Tree

We want to plant thousands of trees every year, and we'll need a lot of friends to help plant them. Join us for a tree planting or buy a tree from our team!

Volunteer

From park activation to hosting tree planting events, we have so many opportunities to volunteer for you, your organization, or your company!

Donate

Donations fund park activation, volunteer opportunities, and tree plantings! You love our parks now? Imagine what more we can do with your support!

Making An Impact

Tree goal for 2024 (900 street trees and 150 giveaways)
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Trees planted in 2023 (1,003 street/park trees and 300 giveaways)
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Total trees planted to date since 2008
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Volunteer hours in 2023
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Volunteer hours in 2022
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Total volunteer hours since 2013
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Tree goal for 2024 (900 street trees and 150 giveaways)
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Trees planted in 2023 (1,003 street/park trees and 300 giveaways)
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Total trees planted to date since 2008
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Volunteer hours in 2023
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Volunteer hours in 2022
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Total volunteer hours since 2013
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Recent Blog Posts

We are excited to announce that John McCrackin has joined our board of directors!  John has held senior project and design engineering positions at MillerKnoll,… Read More
Container trees are easy to plant, with minimal transplant shock and quick establishment. They are perfect for homeowners and landscaping on a budget. We provide… Read More
Written by Becky Pobst, Director of Forestry Our planting season has kicked off—a month early!—and we’re busy preparing for ArborFest (April 26th and 27th). We’ve… Read More