325 Trees - Remove and Replace
We are working to replace urban trees in Willimantic, Ct. lost to age or storms. Street sides, parks, playgrounds, school yards all need new trees to provide beauty and cooler, cleaner habitat for all living things.
Leader
Faith Kenton
Location
Windham Rd Willimantic, CT 06226
About the project
This is the third year of tree plantings in Willimantic! We have already successfully planted over 300 trees throughout town, and had a big impact, creating more green space, with all its benefits! Now we're looking to continue this work and plant an additional 100 trees in new areas of town which have lost their trees. We will be working with the town of Windham and local residents to find sites for every new tree, and will plant them at no charge to homeowners!
Trees and green space are a vital part of our communities. They create cleaner, cooler air, beauty, native habitats for creatures, higher home values, lower vandalism, and a place for people to congregate and come together. One tree at a time we are creating green havens in Willimantic!
Donations to our project will be matched automatically by making a donation to this fundraising page. If you prefer to make a check donation, please follow these instructions to have your check donation matched. Thank you for your support!
The Steps
- Publicize the project through written articles, radio talk shows, and appearances at civic gartherings.
- Canvas neighborhoods to measure need for tree cover and residents' interest in new trees
- Work with commercial tree companies to help prepare sites for planting
- Work with an arborist to choose appropriate trees at each site
- Continue to collaborate with Public Works to prepare the sites and plant trees!
Why we‘re doing it
Willimantic is a wonderful place to live for many reasons, but it is old, and somewhat decrepit. We want to give the city a face lift and a morale boost that the entire community can benefit from. These trees will do just that! This project crosses all demographics. Anyone is eligible to participate, and homeowners will receive trees at no charge to them.
Beyond the immediate benefits to local residents, trees are also a vital part of our world's ecosystem and play a HUGE role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions. This is one of the easiest, most impactful ways, and long-lasting ways in which individuals can reduce their carbon footprint. By contributing to this project you will be creating a better and more beautiful Willimantic, improving people's lives, and saving the planet!