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:

Tree Trust Pathways to Careers

Pathway to Careers

We equip people to achieve
family-supporting, skilled trade,
green careers to create economic
opportunity and equity.

Tree Trust Tree Planting

Planting Trees

We are committed to
planting trees to grow
a vibrant and resilient
urban forest.

Tree Trust Parnerships

Partnership

Our model of work is collaborative –
with each other, with our
community partners, and
with the people we serve.

Making an Impact

Tree Trust is making a
real difference in our
Communities and the lives
of our employees.

Interested in how you can get involved in our mission?

Learn more today!

Questions? Call Tree Trust at 952-767-3880