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We believe in the power of community engagement to nurture our city’s urban forest. When neighbors come together to plant, care for, and advocate for trees, we don’t just grow Baltimore’s canopy—we strengthen the connections that make our city thrive.

: A tree-lined urban street in autumn with a protected bike lane running down the center, separated by white bollards from parked cars on the right. Large trees with fall foliage create a canopy over the scene, with historic brick buildings and modern structures visible in the background. Fallen leaves scatter across the pavement and sidewalks.

Making An Impact Through Volunteering

Throughout the year, primarily during our tree-planting seasons—spring and fall—we host volunteer events designed to provide hands-on opportunities for direct contributions to the health and expansion of Baltimore’s urban forest. Join us for a morning or afternoon of digging, planting, mulching, and meeting fellow tree enthusiasts. These events bring together people from across the city to transform neighborhoods, one tree at a time.

No experience? No problem! We’ll work alongside you and teach you everything you need to know. Our experienced team members provide training, tools, and guidance, enabling you to feel confident in making a real difference. All you need to bring is enthusiasm and a willingness to get your hands dirty.

Six volunteers pose with shovels around a freshly planted young tree outside a modern brick building. They're participating in what appears to be a community tree-planting event, with dirt piles and gardening tools visible around the new tree.

Community, Group, or Individual Volunteers

Whether you’re part of a neighborhood association, faith community, youth organization, scout troop, or simply an individual ready to roll up your sleeves, our public volunteer events welcome you. Join fellow Baltimoreans for tree planting days, where you’ll learn proper planting techniques, help select the right trees for specific locations, and transform streetscapes. Throughout the season, you can also participate in ongoing care activities, such as watering routes, mulching circles, and tree health assessments.

Check our events calendar to find an upcoming opportunity that fits your schedule.

A group of CareFirst volunteers poses with shovels and gardening tools outside Patterson High School. A diverse group of about 15 people, including adults and one child, is participating in a tree-planting or landscaping volunteer event on the school's lawn. The modern brick school building is visible in the background, with cars parked outside.

Corporate Volunteers

Looking for a meaningful team-building experience that gives back to Baltimore? We offer customized volunteer events designed specifically for corporate groups. Your team can work together on a dedicated planting project in a neighborhood that needs more green infrastructure, learning about urban forestry while building camaraderie. We handle all the logistics—from site preparation to tools and training—and provide your group with a complete event package, including professional photos and ready-to-share social media content to amplify your company’s community impact.

These tailored experiences can accommodate groups of various sizes and can be scheduled to fit your organization’s calendar.

Ready to Dig In?

Fill out the interest form to volunteer with the Baltimore Tree Trust.