About Us
Grown from a unique opportunity…
In 1976, the Twin Cities faced two pressing problems: high unemployment and the devastation of the tree canopy due to rampant Dutch elm disease. Our founders recognized a unique opportunity to remove dead elm trees and then to plant new trees, all while providing jobs to those in need. This opportunity created Tree Trust. From our founding to the present, we have grown and adapted to meet the ongoing needs of Minnesota, while always staying true to our mission and vision.
Our Mission
Our mission is to transform lives and landscapes by engaging people to build skills for meaningful careers, inspiring people to plant trees, and making our community a greener, healthier place to live.
Our Vision
Our vision is a thriving workforce living on a healthy planet.
Our Core Values
Professional
We teach the highest standards and operate with excellence.
Integrity
We do the right thing even when it’s hard.
Commitment
We take initiative and deliver on our promises.
Resilient
We adapt to achieve success.
Stewardship
We treat people with respect and take care of our resources.
Our Core Focus Areas
Tree Trust has three core focus areas that guide our work every day
and inform how we best serve our community:
Pathway to Careers
We equip people to achieve
family-supporting, skilled trade,
green careers to create economic
opportunity and equity.
Planting Trees
We are committed to
planting trees to grow
a vibrant and resilient
urban forest.
Partnership
Our model of work is collaborative –
with each other, with our
community partners, and
with the people we serve.
