The Greening of Detroit

The Greening of Detroit

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"This is more than just planting trees and changing landscapes….it’s changing lives. Working with hundreds of residents each year, we are creating multi-functional green spaces that improve environmental conditions, provide employment opportunities, and promote social outcomes to nurture a vibrant and revitalized Detroit."

Lionel Bradford, President

Lionel Bradford, President

About The Greening of Detroit

The Greening of Detroit is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for Detroit residents and promoting sustainable urban growth through tree planting, job training, and youth education about the natural environment. By connecting neighborhood residents, community volunteers, corporate and foundation partners and others, “The Greening” has planted over 147,000 trees and engaged tens of thousands of volunteers. Their efforts have revitalized the city’s tree canopy while providing economic opportunities and environmental benefits, including the training and employment of low-income Detroiters through the Detroit Conservation Corps.

>> Learn more: The Greening of Detroit Website | Instagram

About The Greening of Detroit

The Greening of Detroit is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for Detroit residents and promoting sustainable urban growth through tree planting, job training, and youth education about the natural environment. By connecting neighborhood residents, community volunteers, corporate and foundation partners and others, “The Greening” has planted over 147,000 trees and engaged tens of thousands of volunteers. Their efforts have revitalized the city’s tree canopy while providing economic opportunities and environmental benefits, including the training and employment of low-income Detroiters through the Detroit Conservation Corps.

>> Learn more: The Greening of Detroit Website | Instagram

Rivian Foundation's grant

Rivian Foundation's support is helping The Greening of Detroit to increase tree canopy coverage by strategically planting 5,000 new trees in neighborhoods most affected by tree loss. This funding will also enhance the Detroit Conservation Corps program, providing training and employment opportunities in urban forestry and landscaping and advance youth programs like the Green Corps Youth Employment program and the TreeKeepers Kids program, which educate and engage young Detroiters in environmental conservation and tree planting initiatives.

Photo By: The Greening of Detroit
Photo By: The Greening of Detroit
Photo By: The Greening of Detroit
Photo By: The Greening of Detroit
Photo By: The Greening of Detroit
Photo By: The Greening of Detroit