Our Story – Trees & People Coalition

Our Mission

Our mission is to educate and engage all people to grow and protect urban trees for the benefit of all Seattle communities.

To protect and grow Seattle’s tree canopy for the health and well-being of current and future generations
To ensure tree equity and healthy communities for all
To mitigate climate change and ensure clean air and water
To honor and learn from the historical and spiritual legacy of our urban forests
To promote awareness and understanding of human connection to all living beings
To hold the City of Seattle’s leadership accountable to its commitment to preserve Seattle’s urban forest
To learn from, support, and collaborate with other tree advocacy and environmental organizations locally, nationally, and globally

To reach out to ALL communities to ensure diverse voices are echoed in our work
To work internally and externally to break down systemic patterns and policies that cause urban canopy inequities
To incorporate each member’s value of trees into our organization’s decision-making and actions
To maintain a respectful and open approach in all interactions

View past annual reports below.