ReLeaf Michigan

ReLeaf Michigan is a statewide volunteer non-profit 501(c)(3) tree planting and education organization. Picture Making Michigan Healthier, One Tree at a Time, Since 1988 ReLeaf Michigan is Michigan's only statewide tree planting non-profit organization, working with communities and organizations throughout Michigan to protect and restore our urban tree canopies. Our mission is to educate the public on the value of trees and how to properly select, plant, and maintain them. Founded by some of the most respected arborists in the state and building on lifetimes of green expertise, ReLeaf Michigan plants the Right Tree in the Right Place at the Right Time for the Right Purpose to ensure each tree thrives for generations to come. 32,500 Trees in 650 Communities ReLeaf Michigan has worked with over 650 communities across the state. Working with community volunteers, we have planted more than 32,500 trees on public property in Michigan's cities, townships, and villages. Unlike most other volunteer-driven tree planting organizations, ReLeaf Michigan plants trees that are already substantial in size, approximately six-feet tall and 1.5" to 2" trunk caliper, resulting in much higher rates of survival and a more immediate environmental impact.

We plant trees to rebuild Michigan’s urban and rural tree canopies. Our plantings are done in partnership with cities, townships, villages, youth groups, neighborhoods, schools and other volunteer groups. All planting volunteers learn how to properly plant and care for trees.

We offer on-site workshops to community forums and school children on why trees are important, how to choose the right tree and proper care to grow healthy, long living trees. Every presentation is tailored to the needs of the community.

The Great Lakes account for approximately 94% of North America’s fresh water, and trees have a direct relationship with a region's water quality. We work with communities to ensure their water is clean and safe by planting trees which naturally filter and protect.