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Volunteering with TreeFolks

A Helping Hand Comes in Many Shapes

Volunteering with TreeFolks involves helping with tree planting events, distributing trees, or assisting in educational outreach efforts. Volunteers participate in hands-on activities like planting, mulching, watering, and caring for trees in parks, neighborhoods, and reforestation sites. No prior experience is needed, as TreeFolks provides all necessary training and tools. Volunteering with TreeFolks is a great way to support the environment, meet like-minded people, and contribute to improving Austin’s urban forest.

If you are interested in having a more active role as a volunteer, we recommend you become a Super Volunteer.

Super Volunteers

How do Super Volunteers help? Super Volunteers are the folks who lead all volunteers during our tree planting events. TreeFolks relies on our Planting Super Volunteers (Supers for short) to help us educate and lead our regular volunteers, many of whom are new to tree planting and volunteering! You will receive free training and support from us, and you will get to attend as many volunteer events as you want to, even if they are complete. This could be an excellent opportunity for someone who loves trees and people!

  • As a Supervisor, you are an ambassador for TreeFolks and its mission, as well as a teacher, leader, and planting assistant.
  • You will be a part of a team, get your hands dirty, and have tons of fun too!
  • Our Super trainings take place in January and September.
  • Hear about this opportunity directly from one of our Supers.

Please contact volunteer@treefolks.org for more information.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to bring my tools?

No. TreeFolks will bring tools, gloves, and any necessary equipment necessary.

Can my teen volunteer?

Yes. However, they need to be accompanied by an adult.

Can kids volunteer?

Kids can volunteer at some events. They need an adult to be responsible for them.

Can I bring my dog?

Dogs are allowed in some instances. However, we recommend against bringing pets if they are too high-energy or anxious.

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Our mission is to empower Central Texans to build stronger communities through planting and caring for trees.

Contact TreeFolks

P.O. Box 1395

Del Valle, TX

78617-1395

T: (512) 443-LEAF

E: admin@treefolks.org