The trees, vegetation, and green spaces that make up America’s urban forests are essential contributors to virtually every measure of public well-being.

From improving air and water quality, to advancing human health and safety, to promoting economic development and social equity, SUFC’s mission is to convene and mobilize our diverse member network to foster thriving communities through healthy urban and community forests. 

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Are you interested in getting more involved in urban forestry, but don’t know how? Check out these resources from some of our members to see how you can make a difference in your community.

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SUFC Receives 2020 LAF Founder's Award

We are honored to be the recipients of the Landscape Architecture Foundation's Founder's Award.

According to the award committee, “There are few things that can have a more positive impact on the urban environment than trees. SUFC’s work to increase support and educate policymakers and the public about the multiple benefits of urban trees is critical to the health of our urban environments and the people that live and work there.”

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