Renaissance Trees Program

 

The Renaissance Trees Program is getting ready to plant trees in Newark and beyond this spring! Anyone interested in volunteering should contact Elena at emessina@njtreefoundation.org, or call (609)439-1755.

All tree planting events are 9am-12pm unless otherwise noted, rain or shine. Tools and gloves will be provided. We are capping volunteers for each event, volunteer groups will be accepted on a first come, first serve basis. Please wear closed-toed shoes and clothes you don’t mind getting dirty. Events are open to the general public and are suitable for all ages.

4/6 – Boylan Street Recreation Center, Newark – 9 trees – 20 volunteers needed

4/13 – Krueger-Scott Mansion, Newark – 11 trees – capacity full

4/20 – Metcalf Park, Orange – 12 trees – capacity full

5/11 – Cliff St, Newark – 15 trees – 15 volunteers needed

5/18 – Vassar Ave, Newark – 12 trees – 20 volunteers needed

We look forward to seeing you at one of our tree plantings this spring!

All plantings are rain or shineand are held from 9am-12pm. To sign up to volunteer, please email Elena at emessina@njtreefoundation.org.

The Renaissance Trees Program is a community-based reforestation effort that began in 2006 in the City of Newark. We serve the City of Newark and surrounding North Jersey cities based on our resources. Created to increase the tree canopy, improve the environment, and enhance the quality of life in New Jersey’s largest city, the Renaissance Trees Program has planted 4,406 trees. More than 22,371 square feet of concrete has been removed, improving stormwater management and promoting a healthier community forest. In our fall 2023 season, we planted 97 trees with the help of 183 volunteers Residents apply for a neighborhood tree planting, agreeing to plant and maintain the trees. To date, the Renaissance Trees Program has engaged more than 9,318 volunteers from all walks of life in beautifying North Jersey’s cities.

More Info:
Frequently Asked Questions
Volunteer in North Jersey
Street Tree Application
TreeKeepers

Contact:
Elena Messina, Program Coordinator
609-439-1755
emessina@njtreefoundation.org

All checks and invoices should be sent to:
NJ Tree Foundation
108 Pine Cone Trail, Medford, NJ 08055