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About Million Trees Foundation
What started with a simple vision has now become an ever-evolving organization. Discover the values driving Million Trees Foundation, know our history, learn more about our leadership.
Who We Are
The Million Trees Foundation, Inc. is a non-stock and non-profit organization duly registered with the Philippines Securities and Exchange Commission. It is the nongovernment organization partner of the Metropolitan Waterworks and Sewerage System (MWSS) in its Annual Million Trees Challenge activities.
The creation of a thousand forests is in one acorn.
Our Roots
The Million Trees Foundation, Inc. traces its roots to the Annual Million Trees Challenge (AMTC) launched on June 13, 2017 by then MWSS Administrator Gen. Reynaldo V. Velasco (Ret.). The AMTC was a five-year watershed rehabilitation project involving the planting of one million trees yearly in seven critical watersheds namely: Angat, Ipo, Kaliwa, La Mesa, Laguna de Bay, Umiray and Upper Marikina including Manila Bay. The maiden AMTC tree-planting activity was undertaken on June23, 2017 at Ipo watershed.
Our Objectives
The Million Trees Foundation, Inc. objectives are: to preserve and restore the ecosystem functions watersheds nationwide; conduct tree-planting activities to address erosion and forest denudation; engage in awareness campaign in support of the government’s tree-planting/reforestation program and CSR environment projects of the private sector; and introduce automation and modern technology to fast-track achievement of tree-planting goals and sustainability.
What We Do
The Million Trees Foundation, Inc. is advocating for the planting of bamboos (Bambusa vulgaris) along river banks. It is also pushing for the planting of indigenous and fruit-bearing trees while adhering to the rule of planting the right tree in the right place.
Aside from tree-planting activities, it manages the Million Tree Nursery and Eco-learning Center where greenhouses, a multi-purpose center, composting facility, carpentry station, and an Indoor Cultivation System are located. It also provides livelihood opportunities to residents in watershed areas.
The Million Trees Foundation, Inc. has expanded its rehabilitation and restoration efforts to include green zones and parks in the metropolitan area by partnering with local government units.
How We Work (Programs)
THE MILLION TREE MERCH
One of the ways you can support our foundation is through our official MILLION TREE items and memorabilia that are uniquely designed for practicality and functionality. With every purchase, you are greatly contributing to further the cause of our foundation.
PARTNER SHOPS
We have partnered with the country’s finest eco-friendly shops, online and offline, to strengthen our foundation’s advocacy. Do not hesitate to get in touch with any of the shops listed below to find out the deals and promotions we have in store for you!
LET’S WORK TOGETHER!
- COMPANY: We are open to become your company’s partner in your CSR efforts. To know more about this, please send an e-mail to mtfoundation.inc@gmail.com and someone from our team will get in touch with you soon!
- INDIVIDUAL: If you are a private individual or a small group looking to work on a project or partner that is in line with our cause, kindly send us an e-mail at mtfoundation.inc@gmail.com. We are excited to work with you!
SPONSOR A GUBAT GUARDIAN
Can’t personally plant your tree? Let our Gubat Guardians do it for you! Our mighty guardians are highly trained to plant, nourish, and grow your tree from start to finish. They are even well-oriented to document your tree’s progress and update you quarterly! How convenient, right? This is why we need more Gubat Guardians to add to our team and WE NEED YOUR HELP.
GREENZONED
We have partnered with local LGUs to strengthen The MILLION TREES FOUNDATION’s thrust to rehabilitate and restore, not just the country’s main watersheds, but also green zones such as parks all over the metro.