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Discover the latest stories from our partners and the impact your generous donation is making for people and planet. And read our views on the issues facing our environment and the communities we work with.
The unsung heroes of forest restoration
In Dundori Forest, Kenya, a group of dedicated tree scouts are earnestly monitoring, watering and protecting newly planted trees.
Restoring hope for farmers in the Rwenzori Mountains
Can coffee and vanilla farmers in Uganda boost farm productivity amidst challenging environmental conditions?
The unique trees of Yakushima
Discover the unique and magical trees of Yakushima, home to Japan's oldest cedar, the Jōmon Sugi. Learn about the history of logging that threatened the island's ecosystem, and how it was saved thanks to the legacy of English botanist EH Wilson.
Help make Oxfordshire greener with our Garden Tree Giveaway
We're giving away free native trees (and hedging) to local residents across Oxfordshire. With your support, we can engage and inspire more people to plant trees for a greener, healthier and more sustainable future.
Building resilient food systems for people and the planet
How can we build resilient food systems that support the needs of people and the planet?
Meet Edwin Mwiti
Meet Edwin Mwiti, ITF’s Africa GIS Officer. His role ensures that our trees are planted in the best possible way so that they grow and thrive for generations.
Discover how trees support biodiversity
Planting trees like Fever Tree can help protect our planet's biodiversity for future generations.
Be a part of the solution this Earth Day
With Earth Day just around the corner, there’s no better time to make a positive impact on our planet. Together we can plant trees that enrich our soils and safeguard biodiversity, like in our project in Central Kenya. 🌳🌍
Kenya's precious Baobab uprooted and exported
Kenya's precious Baobab trees uprooted and exported for profit, sparking outrage, with many questioning the decision to put profits ahead of people and nature.
Meet the incredible people driving forest restoration
Ahead of International Day of Forests, we’re celebrating the people behind forest restoration projects.
The promise of community led forestry
Community led forestry has the potential to restore the ecological integrity of degraded ecosystems, enhance human wellbeing and improve local livelihoods.
Plant trees and transform lives this Christmas
For one week only, you can double your impact thanks to the Big Give! That’s twice the impact for our planet and the communities we work with.
My internship with ITF
I can proudly say, I was a part of the oldest and most amazing tree planting organisation in the world.
Collecting acorns
Last week the UK team went out into Oxford to pick some acorns for an exciting little project we have going on.
Transforming our planet for 100 years
Celebrating 100 years of community-led tree planting.
St. Barbe’s Legacy: pioneer forester and global conservationist
Hugh Locke, Co-Founder & President of Smallholder Farmers Alliance, reflects on our founder's legacy.
Celebrating 100 years of community led tree planting
On Saturday 23rd July, friends, partners, supporters and members of ITF, joined us as we celebrated our centenary in Oxford.
2022 UK Community Tree Planting Grant – learn more before you apply
Applications are now open for the 2022 UK Community Tree Planting grant cycle!
Celebrating our centenary in Kenya
This year, marks 100 years of our work planting, protecting and promoting trees around the world. To mark such a remarkable anniversary, we gathered with local partners and tree lovers to celebrate
My volunteering journey with ITF
As a volunteer I am lucky to be in a position where I can support and learn more about ITF’s important work whilst also developing the skills for a future career in communications.
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