– Goal is to Increase Tree Canopy in Areas of Greatest Need –

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

Applications for the Fall 2026 planting season are due by October 30. See the application instructions below.

The “Free Trees to Community Organizations” 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. 

Due to its popularity, this is the third consecutive season Fairfax County UCFD has offered this program in partnership with Casey Trees. Free trees were distributed to community organizations in fall 2025 and spring 2026.

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 more and apply here by October 30, 2026: Fairfax County Tree Distribution to Community Organizations | Public Works and Environmental Services

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