WHY TREES ARE IMPORTANT

Let’s ReLeaf Charlottesville together because:

Leaves save lives

Trees give us the oxygen we breathe. Without them, we would not survive. Furthermore, scientists prove that neighborhoods with low tree coverage have more heat- and pollution-related illnesses such as strokes, heart attacks and asthma.

Every kid outside

Playing outdoors in nature improves your kids’ physical development, enhances their social skills and encourages them to protect our natural world.

A tree for every yard is good for everyone

Neighborhood trees also provide shade, reduce energy costs, combat climate change, prevent flooding and provide a home for wildlife.

Focus on nature

Scientists have proven the secret to good health may be a walk in a park. Everyone should have access to a high-quality park within a 10-minute, or half-mile, walk.