Heartland Tree Alliance brings communities together to plant and care for Kansas City’s urban trees.
A tree provides shade, a quiet place to sit and dream, and habitat for wildlife. It cleans our air, captures rainwater, reduces stress, and with each new one planted, creates hope for a resilient region. In fact, trees are one of the most cost-effective solutions to climate change.
Heartland Tree Alliance
STRONGER COMMUNITIES THROUGH HEALTHY TREES
Heartland Tree Alliance brings communities together to plant and care for Kansas City’s urban trees.
A tree provides shade, a quiet place to sit and dream, and habitat for wildlife. It cleans our air, captures rainwater, reduces stress, and with each new one planted, creates hope for a resilient region. In fact, trees are one of the most cost-effective solutions to climate change.
GROWING KC'S URBAN FOREST THROUGH:
FREE TREES
We partner with cities to plant trees in neighborhoods where they’re needed most.
TRAINING & EDUCATION
We offer educational training for adults and youth curriculum for those wanting to learn more about trees and tree care.
VOLUNTEERS
Help us plant trees and transform our region – one street, one neighborhood, one community – at a time.
KC TREE CORPS
A 10-week arborist pre-apprenticeship program for those seeking an entry-level position in the tree care industry or a related field.
DONATE TODAY
Shape the future of our region’s urban tree canopy by making a donation to support planting trees in the Kansas City area. Every dollar donated stays local to support planting events and education programs.
DISCOVER KC'S CHAMPION TREES
We’re on a mission to identify the champion tree for each tree species in the KC metro. Champions are chosen by their trunk circumference, height, and canopy size, and must be on public property. Nominate a new champion or explore a map to visit champion trees near you.
LEARN MORE ABOUT TREES
Community Spotlight: Rooted in Relationships
Community Spotlight: Rooted in Relationships
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Reducing the Heat Island Effect
Reducing the Heat Island Effect
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Loving Your Tree To Death: Girdling
Loving Your Tree To Death: Girdling
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Tools for Pruning Small Trees
Tools for Pruning Small Trees
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Considerations for Canopy Distribution in Kansas City
Considerations for Canopy Distribution in Kansas City
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Selecting the Right Tree
