Trees are important beyond their beauty. They significantly enhance the health and the quality of life of people living nearby. They are also an essential part of the City's "green infrastructure." Trees are important for managing stormwater runoff, preventing flooding, mitigating hotter temperatures in urban areas, and reducing pollution.
It costs between $250 and $300 to plant and maintain a tree during the critical first couple of years as it establishes itself. However, over its lifetime, a tree returns many times that value. Trees are a good investment!
In its brief 9 year history, the ACFT has planted more than 3,000 native trees and given away 15,000—thanks to the support of donors like you! Click here to donate online, safely and securely.
Would you like to make your gift in honor or memory of a loved one? Simply indicate your wishes on the donation form. We're happy to acknowledge your beloved family member, friend, or even pet in our communications, such as our newsletter and/or social media, should you choose. Please note that ACFT ended the Legacy Trees program in 2025. However, we continue to welcome general donations made in honor or memory of loved ones.
The Alliance for Cape Fear Trees is a non-profit charitable organization recognized as tax-exempt by the IRS under Section 501(c)(3). Your donation is tax-deductible as allowed by law.
WAYS TO DONATE:
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By Mail: Please make your check out to "Alliance for Cape Fear Trees," and mail to 7 Beauregard Drive, Suite 2, Wilmington NC 28412. (Please write "donation" in the memo line.)
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Via a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) from your traditional IRA or Donor Advised Fund (Tax ID# 85-2353072)
Live
Oak
Circle
If you are interested in an enhanced level of support, please consider joining our Live Oak Circle ($1,000 or more in annual giving)!
A gift in your will or living trust is a simple way to ensure our work continues in the future. No matter the amount your gift will support the health of our urban forest for generations to come.
See our simple Bequest Form to let us know your intentions and to recognize your generosity.