Arroyo Seco

Tending to Growth

Over the years, Arroyo Seco transformed from a barren street to a lush canopy of trees, providing shade and refuge. Vibrant wildflowers now dance in the breeze, turning it into a living testament to the enduring power of collective action. As we stand amidst its beauty today, memories of shared efforts, triumphs, and community unity are etched into the roots of these towering trees.

Heartfelt Reflections

Arroyo Seco is more than a plot of land; it’s a living legacy. TreeFolks’ vision and the community’s unwavering support turned a forgotten space into a flourishing sanctuary. This remarkable journey is a reminder that beauty can be cultivated in even the most unlikely places through dedication, collaboration, and a touch of nature’s magic.

Since the Arroyo Seco project in 1993, our work has taken us all around town and beyond Austin city limits. We’ve remained committed to our core programming of planting and giving away trees, and have continually challenged ourselves to do more, like when we stepped up to provide relief after fires and floods devastated Bastrop and Wimberley. Though we’ve grown and changed in our 34 years, our core mission to empower Central Texans through planting and caring for trees has never wavered. From our very first planting on Stassney Lane to our equity work in the Eastern Crescent and everywhere in between, we’re grateful to have had your support along the way.

With your continued support in the coming year, you will play a crucial role in TreeFolks’ efforts to increase the number of acres reforested, produce 50,000 more saplings through our Seeds to Trees Nursery, and distribute 7,000 more trees to find roots in their forever homes through our NeighborWoods tree adoption program! 

We certainly couldn’t show kindness to our trees without the kindness from our folks! Join us in a journey beyond planting hope in 2024 and help nurture the next 30 years of trees and community!