Park Tree Fund

Mellon Park Walled Garden Spring Green Walkway

Plant a tree in the parks and establish a legacy for generations to come.

Pittsburgh's park trees thrive because of the generosity of many individuals who give back and help the urban forest grow. 

From commemorating life's greatest moments to honoring loved ones who are no longer with you, below are several common reasons people donate to support Pittsburgh's park trees:

  • In tribute to someone you respect, love, or admire
  • To celebrate a birth, birthday, or marriage
  • In recognition of a life change or achievement
  • As a gesture of community service
  • In memory of someone who has passed away

Did you know the best time to plant trees is spring and fall? Commemorative trees (including ones with ceremonies) donated after January 15 will be held and planted in the fall, and trees donated after August 15 will be saved and planted in the spring.  

WAYS TO GIVE

MAKE A GIFT TO SUPPORT PARK TREES

Plant a Restoration Tree

Donate to plant a restoration tree in one of Pittsburgh’s parks. These small, native trees will grow up to restore Pittsburgh’s urban forest. Each tree is planted in the area of greatest need as determined by Parks Conservancy staff.

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Plant a Commemorative Tree

Donate to have Parks Conservancy staff plant a landscape tree to commemorate a person, event, or milestone. Trees are planted in areas of greatest need as determined by staff, and GPS coordinates will be shared with the donor post-planting. Commemorative tree donations cover two years of watering, mulching and other maintenance. 

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Attend Your Tree Planting

Donate to have Parks Conservancy staff plant a landscape tree to commemorate a person, event, or milestone. This option includes hosting a ceremony during the planting, and optional participation, with as many friends and family as you’d like.  

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THE CANOPY KEEPERS A SUSTAINING SUPPORTER GROUP

We're giving environmental stewards who love contributing to Pittsburgh's tree canopy an exciting new opportunity to give back! The Canopy Keepers are tree lovers dedicated to seeing the urban forest thrive for generations to come. When you join the Canopy Keepers, our horticulture team can continue planting new trees in areas of need. Monthly donations will also support invasive plant removal, volunteer activation, and general park tree maintenance. 

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For more information, please contact:

Elizabeth Mick 

Individual Giving Manager

emick@pittsburghparks.org