The Carol Kelley Schools and Trees Fund Grant

The Carol Kelley Schools and Trees Fund Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Trees New York
Amount: Unspecified amount in in-kind support
Last Updated: April 04, 2025

Summary

The Carol Kelley Schools and Trees Fund, supported by Trees New York, aims to enhance New York City’s urban forest through educational partnerships with local schools. Founded in 1976, Trees New York has planted over 5,000 trees in underserved communities, training thousands in tree care and stewardship. This fund honors Carol Kelley’s legacy by promoting community involvement in the preservation and growth of the city’s green spaces, ensuring a healthier environment for future generations.

Overview

Mission Trees New York’s mission is to plant, preserve and protect New York City’s urban forest through education and community participation. Trees New York was founded in 1976 as a volunteer response to New York City’s devastating cutbacks in forestry and tree-related community services. Trees New York has over 50 years of experience in community tree planting, stewardship and education projects. Since its founding, Trees New York has trained over 13,500 Citizen Pruners and 9,000 youth in tree care and stewardship. In the past 10 years, Trees New York has planted over 5,000 trees in underserved communities throughout New York City. The Carol Kelley Schools and Trees Fund Thanks to the generous support of Carol Kelley’s family and The Graham Hunter Foundation we are able to partner with schools across the city and plant trees!

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website.