Volunteer

We will reach our 5 million tree goal with your help. Volunteer with us to plant more trees where you live, work, and play.


Is it raining?

Are you wondering if the tree planting you are registered for is still happening?

Find out by calling:

(916) 974-4318

Get Dirty

Tree Plantings are held nearly every weekend during the rainy season (usually October to May). Volunteers help plant trees in neighborhoods, parks, schools and open spaces. These events are great for folks of all ages, especially families! Review our list of events and sign up to volunteer now.

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Lead the Way

Planting 5 million more trees will require help from everyone in our community. Learn to teach others about the extraordinary benefits of trees by volunteering as a Community Planting Leader. This is the perfect position for people who want to learn more about urban greening and volunteer management. (It's also a great addition to your resume!)

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Be Our Eyes and Ears

Are you interested in habitat restoration? Would you like to help save our elm tree population by learning how to identify signs of Dutch elm disease? Would you like to help us beautify public spaces? Consider volunteering as a Biological Monitor, Location Scout, or Tree Care Steward. Training, support, and educational materials are provided.

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Shout Out

We are looking for friendly, enthusiastic people to help share our message about growing a healthier, more livable Sacramento region. If you love to talk, enjoy meeting new people, and are open to new experiences, this is the volunteer position for you! Training is provided.

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Sacramento Sister Cities Ring in New Year by Planting Trees

Where can one find a willow, cherry, and olive tree together in the same grove? As of Saturday, January 21, these trees and more can be found at the freshly planted "Sister City Grove." Located on the grounds of the South Natomas Community Center, the Grove is accessible to all Sacramentans. It serves as a symbol of the connections forged between the City of Sacramento and its nine sister cities. The individual trees represent the natural history of each sister city and were selected by sister city representatives for their significance to each city’s local culture.

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Restore

Are you looking to gain practical skills in the area of restoration and field ecology?  Intern with our NAtive Trees in Urban and Rural Environments (NATURE) team as they work to plant, restore and maintain sites in the Sacramento area.

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Volunteer as a Group

Groups can either join us at one of our regularly scheduled planting events (see list of events) or plan a private event.

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