LIST: Environmental Organizations That Hold Tree Planting Activities

The Philippines boasts of thousands of tropical islands, but with the ongoing modernization, many farmlands and forests are being turned into cities and roads at an alarming rate.

This caused an uproar within environmental groups and advocates and has been asking for volunteers to help plant more trees.

The government also recently passed the Graduation Legacy For the Environment Act where graduating elementary, high school, and college students will be required to plant native Philippine tree species.

And you also have the chance to help save the environment by actively partaking in tree planting opportunities. Here are some environmental organizations where you can volunteer and donate for a greener future!

Greenpeace

Greenpeace is an independent global organization which seeks to conserve the planet and promote peace by championing renewable energy, combatting illegal fishing, and campaigning for clean seas. In the Philippines, the organization called to counter climate change and eliminate toxic chemicals.

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Thank you to our #volunteers who shared their time and knowledge with the students of Multiple Intelligence International School. 💚 . You too can become a voice for our living planet! 🌏📣 (link in bio) — Repost from @miischool: . What do recyclables and downcyclables have in common? How do we separate hazardous waste from infectious waste? . These were just some of the questions that our kids pondered with the help of Greenpeace Philippines! . As Environmental Leaders, we always look to save our Earth, even if it's just one plastic straw at a time. . #MIFutureReady #MIAdvantage #BreakFreeFromPlastic #ZeroWasteCities

A post shared by Greenpeace Philippines (@greenpeaceph) on Jan 19, 2019 at 12:17am PST

Office: 30 Scout Tuason St., JGS Building, Brgy. Laging Handa, Diliman, Quezon City, Philippines
Contact No.: 02-332-1807
Email: info.ph@greenpeace.org
Website: greenpeace.org.ph

Haribon

Established in 1972, Haribon Foundation advocates for the conservation of biodiversity. It engages and trains individuals to become an instrument of change through their activities like tree planting and adopting seedlings.

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Even soon-to-be forests need care. Become a member and find out how trees are nurtured with Haribon Foundation! Link in bio.

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Office: 100 A. de Legaspi St., Brgy. Marilag, Quezon City
Contact No.: 02-421-1209
Email: act@haribon.org.ph
Website: haribon.org.ph
Facebook page: facebook.com/GoHaribon/

FEED Inc. Ph

FEED Inc or the Fostering Education & Environment for Development promotes tree planting for a secure and sustainable future.  The group organizes tree planting and nurturing activities to help protect the Philippine biodiversity.

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May the spirit of #bayanihan last ..forever in the Philippines…

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Email: info@feed.org.ph
Website: feed.org.pg
Facebook page: FEEDInc

MAD Travel

There are also local travel and tour groups that include tree-planting activities in their itineraries. Once example is MAD Travel which creates alternative travel experience geared towards bringing together people from different walks of life. They will have their guests planting trees, farming, feeding animals, or creating their own social enterprise products like stuffed toys and carabao cheese

Also read: MAD Travel: Tourism for change

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Want to make a difference outside Luzon? Get to know our partner GK community and help develop sustainable livelihoods in Bohol! Here are some kids from the village hanging out in their garden. They’ve already planted over 100 trees! We’ve got communities to meet, cultures to live, and islands to explore. Visit our website or send us a message for your private tour.

A post shared by MAD Travel (@madtravel_ph) on Apr 2, 2018 at 5:15am PDT

Masungi Geopark Reserve

The ongoing project is a multi-sector initiative to restore devastated lands surrounding the famous Masungi Georeserve. Guests may participate in tree planting and nurturing activities at the conservation area located at the first ranger station of the Masungi Geopark Project.

Also read: Masungi Georeserve: A Pristine Ecotourism Spot in Rizal

Also read:

• LIST: Environment Orgs in the Philippines You May Volunteer For
• LIST: Volunteer Organizations in the Manila Where You Can Join
• 10 Marine Conservation NGOs You Can Volunteer For

Are you looking to join an environmental conservation group or are you already a volunteer? Share us your group and your experiences in the comments below!