Due to ongoing concerns around the spread of COVID-19, we have made the difficult decision to postpone the tree planting event at University Meadows Elementary. Barring any further recommendations on restrictions, TreesCharlotte, at this time, is moving forward with other planting events this spring.  Visit our events calendar here for other volunteer opportunities.

Thank you for your understanding and patience as we navigate these challenging times.

While TreesCharlotte strives to celebrate, expand, and protect the tree canopy in Charlotte, we also want to protect the health of our supporters, volunteers, and partners from risks associated with COVID-19.  We appreciate your continued interest in volunteering with us even in these difficult times. Please read through our new event protocols here before registering to volunteer.

TreesCharlotte will be planting approximately 300 trees on the campus of University Meadows Elementary.

To ensure a safe and enjoyable event, we are limiting our recruitment to 150 volunteers in 3 shifts of 50 volunteers each. Registration opens January 2.  Register early as our events “sell out” quickly.  100 spots remain

Tree planting events are great for families and all ages are welcome. To ensure we operate within State and CDC guidelines, we are limiting each 2-hour shift to 50 volunteers and are requiring a registration form for each volunteer, regardless of age. We cannot accept walk-up volunteers at the event. Children 16 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.

Volunteer groups of 10 or more, please contact events director, Heike Biller to determine if there is enough capacity.

Events are held rain or shine. Details of the event will be emailed to registered volunteers the week of the event.

Deadline to register to volunteer is Tuesday, January 26.