Who We Are
Virginia's Urban Forest Council
The Virginia Urban Forest Council, better known as Trees Virginia, is a non-profit group whose mission is to enhance the quality of life through stewardship of our Commonwealth’s urban and community trees. The Council’s Board of Directors, in cooperation with the Virginia Department of Forestry, works vigorously to enhance public awareness, increase professional competence, and bolster political engagement in urban forestry issues.
Scholarships
Scholarships
Scholarships are awarded to applicants who best demonstrate financial need, academic excellence, and a clear commitment to a career related to urban forestry.
Tree Stewards
Virginia Tree Stewards
Tree Stewards are trained community volunteers committed to promoting healthy urban and rural forests in Virginia.
Get Involved
Get Involved
We need your help! There are many ways you can get involved in helping us protect our urban forests.
Urban Wood Business Directory
This interactive tool will enable you to search for a wide variety of services to help you manage your small wood lot or utilize your trees. You can search by business name, needed services, your geographical location, or a combination of these tools.
Latest News
To Reduce Mortality From High Heat in Cities, A New Study Recommends Trees
The paper’s senior author says it stands at the “nexus of the climate crisis, urban forestry, health and urban planning.”
Losses from Emerald Ash Borer Helping Clean Blacks Run
Learn about the new bioreactor the City of Harrisonburg is installing to help clean Blacks Run.
Passing of Board Member, Gordon Tyler Wright
It is with great sadness that the Trees Virginia Board of Directors report the passing of Board Member Gordon Tyler Wright.
Get Involved
We need your help! There are many ways you can get involved in helping us protect our urban forests.
