Memorial Day Tree Planting
Every Memorial Day, we pause to reflect on the courage, sacrifice, and service of those who gave their lives in defense of our nation. For many, it’s a day of quiet remembrance. For others, it’s deeply personal—a time to honor a loved one who served, who gave selflessly, and who is no longer here. We believe in honoring those heroes with living tributes that endure. Memorial Day tree planting in remembrance of a veteran or service member is a way to express profound gratitude while creating a legacy that grows with time. It’s a simple yet powerful gesture—a tribute rooted in both memory and renewal.
A Lasting Tribute to Courage and Commitment
The life of a veteran or fallen service member is marked by unwavering commitment, sacrifice, and love of country. These are not fleeting qualities; they deserve to be remembered with care and dignity. A tree planted in their name becomes a lasting symbol of that legacy. As it grows tall and strong, it stands in silent honor of their life, echoing the values they upheld: strength, resilience, and steadfast service. On Memorial Day—and every day—these trees serve as quiet guardians of memory.
Each tree planted through The Trees Remember supports reforestation in areas impacted by wildfire, disease, or deforestation. These trees aren’t just symbols—they are living contributions to the world your loved one helped protect. In this way, their memory continues to do good, echoing their service for generations in a new form of stewardship.
Honoring Loved Ones with Purpose, Personalized Memorials with Heart
When you plant a tree through The Trees Remember, you receive a personalized certificate that honors your loved one. Their name, a heartfelt message, and the location of the tree planting are printed on high-quality paper, creating a keepsake to treasure for years to come. Some families frame the certificate and display it beside a photo or military honor. Others include it as part of a Memorial Day gathering or service, taking time to read the message aloud and remember the individual behind the uniform.
You can choose to have the certificate sent directly to you or to someone you want to honor with the gift. It’s a thoughtful way to reach out to a grieving family or express appreciation for a life of service.
A Tradition of Growth and Gratitude
Memorial Day is not only a time to remember, but a time to reconnect—to reflect on the values we hold dear and the freedoms we enjoy because of others’ sacrifices. You might gather with family or friends, share stories, or quietly visit the planting site if it’s nearby. Even if the tree is planted far from home, knowing it’s there—growing, living, giving back—is a comfort. It becomes more than a gesture. It becomes a tradition rooted in gratitude.
For Veterans, By Those Who Care
Whether you’re an individual honoring one fallen soldier or an organization commemorating many, we make it easy to give meaningfully:
• Choose a region. Select a reforestation area meaningful to you or your loved one.
• Add a message. Include your veteran’s name and a note of remembrance or gratitude.
• Send the tribute. Have the certificate mailed to you or to a loved one who needs comfort and support.
We are proud to help families, veterans’ organizations, churches, and military support groups create tributes that last. Every tree planted helps restore our lands while honoring the brave.
Their Memory Lives On
The freedom to walk through a forest, to live freely, is made possible by those who served. Planting a tree in their memory is one small way to say, “We remember. We are grateful. And we will never forget.”
This Memorial Day, we invite you to honor a life of service with a gift that gives back. Planting memorial trees in national forests is a simple way to do just that. Because heroes deserve to be remembered not in growth, beauty, and the continued life of the land they helped protect.
