Tree Equity
EVERYONE deserves the protection, comfort, and beauty of trees in our neighborhoods - no matter where we live. That’s why we are partnering with the Arbor Day Foundation to give away free trees to neighborhoods where they are needed the most.
FAQs
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For our 2025 Community Canopy Program, you qualify for a free tree if you live in The Grove or Eastwood Heights neighborhoods.
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We hope you will plant your own tree so that you can personally experience the joy and satisfaction of investing in the future. However, if you are not physically able to plant the tree or need assistance, we will send a volunteer to help you! Just contact us to let us know you need our help.
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The trees range from 4-6 ft. tall and can fit inside most vehicles for transport from our pick-up event.
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You can sign up directly on the tree reservation portal here: https://get.arborday.org/treespleasepueblo
or you can call or email us directly.
We will host a pick-up event in your neighborhood in mid-September where you will be able to pick up your tree. More details will be announced soon!
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At this time, we only have funding available for one tree per household.
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The tree species will vary year-to-year depending on what the grower has available. You will be able to choose from 5 different species within the online tree reservation portal. Please reach out to us if you have questions about which species will be most appropriate for your property.
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No, contacting Colorado 811 to locate underground utilities is a free service.
You can request a locate by phone by simply dialing 811, or online at: https://www.colorado811.org/
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Yes! It is very important that you contact Colorado 811 to avoid damaging any underground utilities or creating problems in the future.