Get Involved

Your support helps restore and protect our environment for future generations.

DIY action

You have the power to make a difference. Whether it’s planting trees, speaking up for the environment, or making small, sustainable changes at home, your actions help create a healthier planet.


Plant a tree!

Planting a tree is one of the simplest and most powerful ways to support the environment! Whether in your backyard, a community space, or a reforestation project, every tree planted contributes to cleaner air, cooler cities, and thriving ecosystems.

How to take action:

  1. Get a free tree! Attend one of our tree giveaway events to receive a free native tree for your home or community.

  2. Plant with confidence! Explore our free guide on proper tree planting, watering, and long-term care to help your tree grow strong and healthy.


Advocate for trees!

Your voice matters! Local, state, and federal policies shape the future of our environment, and speaking up for trees can make a real impact. By reaching out to your legislators, you can help influence decisions on conservation, urban forestry, and sustainability efforts in your community.

How to take action:

  1. Contact your local, state, and federal representatives to express your support for tree protection and environmental initiatives.

  2. Stay informed about legislation and policies affecting forests, urban green spaces, and conservation efforts.

  3. Encourage your community to join you in advocating for a greener future.


Transform your space!

Small changes to your property can have a big impact on the environment! From conserving water to supporting wildlife, these simple actions help create a healthier, more sustainable community.

How to take action:

  1. Build a Rain Barrel — We invite you to take part in our at-home water conservation efforts by setting up a rain barrel where you live.

  2. Leave Your Leaves — Our friends at Keep Durham Beautiful invite you to join their initiative to improve biodiversity and climate resilience by allowing fallen leaves to decompose naturally where you live.

  3. Lights Out — Our friends at Wake Audubon invite you to join their initiative to create a safer and healthier environment for migrating birds by reducing nighttime window collision.

No matter your age or skill level, there is a place for you in our volunteer community.”

Volunteer with us!

Interested in volunteering?
Send us a message!

No matter your age (12+) or skill level, there is a place for you in our volunteer community! Volunteers are instrumental in helping us reach our goals to preserve and restore the natural environment.

On the ground: Help grow a greener, healthier community! Plant trees, collect seeds, distribute saplings at giveaways, or assist at rain barrel workshops—no experience required!

Behind the scenes: Use your skills to make a difference! Help us manage our social media, maintain our website, write blog posts, apply for grants, or even serve on our board of directors.

Interested in volunteering? Browse available opportunities on Activate Good, or tell us how you would like to get involved—we would love to have you!

Your generosity helps us plant trees, educate communities, and more.”

By partnering with like-minded individuals and organizations, we expand our reach and environmental impact.”

Partner with us!

Want to partner with us?
Send us a message!

Our biggest successes have come through collaboration! By partnering with like-minded individuals and organizations, we expand our reach and environmental impact.

Have a project idea? Whether you are looking to restore natural spaces, want to launch a sustainability initiative, or have another vision for protecting our environment, we would love to hear from you!

Working together, we can discover and realize greater environmental solutions for a healthier planet, and a thriving future for all life.

Reach out today to explore partnership opportunities with us!

We offer a unique opportunity to gain experience in all aspects of running environmental initiatives.”

Intern with us!

Have questions about interning?
Send us a message!

Looking for a hands-on internship where you can be a part of real change? At We Plant it Forward, our interns play a vital role in supporting our mission!

As a small organization, we offer a unique opportunity to gain experience in all aspects of running environmental initiatives, including teaching environmental education; organizing tree-planting and giveaway events; managing operations; assisting with grant writing and fundraising; and more!

Available internships:

  1. Environmental Program Intern

  2. Operations and Development intern

While internships are unpaid, you will leave with valuable skills, meaningful connections, and the knowledge that your work is making a difference!

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