The Big Reuse Street Tree Care team has been hard at work this summer, bringing fun, hands-on street tree care events to neighborhoods across New York City. We have joined with volunteers of all ages from community groups and schools to show how caring for trees can be simple, enjoyable, and something everyone can do. This summer, we also had the chance to work with two new partners, the HSVK Block Association and Strawberries on the Stoop, expanding our reach and growing even more community connections.
So far this season, we have cared for 223 street trees with the help of 242 volunteers, including 102 youths! Together volunteers have picked up trash, loosened hard soil so roots can breathe, and added compost and mulch to tree beds. These small but important steps give trees the support they need to grow strong and healthy, while also helping to keep our streets cooler during hot summer days. More than just a day of work, these events are about building community. Volunteers leave not only knowing why trees are important, but also feeling confident that they can continue to care for them in the weeks and months ahead. Together, we are making New York City’s urban forest stronger, greener, and ready to thrive for years to come.
In addition to this tree care work, our tree care team hosted three other community events reaching over 145 people, further expanding our efforts to bring sustainability education into more neighborhoods across the city.
JULY Neighborhood Street Tree Care Events with
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Seeds of Loveann, sponsored by CM Sandy Nurse
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HSVK Block Association, sponsored by CM Crystal Hudson
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Jamaica Ave BID, sponsored by CM Dr. Nantasha Williams
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Little Haiti BK and O2 NYC, sponsored by CM Rita Joseph
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Brooklyn College, sponsored by CM Farah Louis
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Él Puente, sponsored by CM Jennifer Gutiérrez
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Strawberries on the Stoop, sponsored by CM Sandy Nurse
AUGUST Neighborhood Street Tree Care Events with
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Socrates Sculpture Park, sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Cabán
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Long Island City Partnership, Jetblue, & Green City Force, sponsored by Council Member Julie Won
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Woodside on the Move and NYU Service Volunteers, sponsored by Council Member Julie Won
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NYCHA Amsterdam House, sponsored by Council Member Gale Brewer
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Community Members + NYU Freshmen at 135 Ocean Parkway, sponsored by Council Member Rita Joseph
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NYCHA Harborview Senior Center and NYU Service Volunteers, sponsored by Council Member Gale Brewer
Additional Community Events
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Worm Bin Demo at the District 8 Youth Fair, sponsored by Council Member Diana Ayala
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Tabling at the Backpack Giveaway at Gorman Playground, sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Caban
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Tabling at the Backpack Giveaway at Astoria House, sponsored by Council Member Tiffany Caban
Help us do more of this work in NYC neighborhoods with volunteers and community groups!
Blog Post written by NYSERDA Fellow Tatiana Guerra