Community-based organizations in Fairfax County can apply to receive free trees for planting on private properties, through a program by Fairfax County’s Urban and Community Forestry Division (UCFD) of the Department of Public Works and Environmental Services.

The program, offered in partnership with Casey Trees, is designed to help community organizations in Fairfax County – such as volunteer groups, civic associations and faith-based organizations – obtain high-quality, professionally grown trees suitable for planting. Purchasing top-quality trees can be a challenge for these organizations.

This opportunity focuses on increasing tree cover in economically disadvantaged communities, which typically do not benefit from moderate to high tree cover.

UCFD will prioritize applications for tree-planting sites within or adjacent to Fairfax County-designated highly vulnerable communities, as defined by the county’s One Fairfax policy and its associated Vulnerability Index. While planting in highly vulnerable communities will be prioritized, all community organizations are encouraged to apply for tree delivery, regardless of where tree planting is proposed.

The costs of the trees and delivery are covered by the county’s Tree Preservation and Planting Fund and will be offered at no cost to participating organizations.

About the Trees and Delivery

Available trees are professionally grown, landscape quality, and meet or exceed industry standards. Trees are sized 1.5” to 2.0” in caliper, 8-10 feet in height, and weigh approximately 130-150 pounds each. All trees comply with Fairfax County’s Natural Landscape Policy and are non-invasive, regionally native, ecologically appropriate species and cultivars.

Casey Trees’ Casey Tree Farm is recognized as one of the foremost nurseries in the region. Casey Trees will reserve and deliver trees directly to community organizations for planting projects in Fairfax County. Delivery includes loading and offloading at a single location designated in the application.

Learn about UCFD’s tree programs: Urban and Community Forestry in Fairfax County | Public Works and Environmental Services