2020
The groundwork
A group of individuals who are passionate about the environment begin laying the groundwork for the organization.
About us
We are Tree Peace.
Our mission: plant trees and promote environmental sustainability in underserved communities, while assisting with reforestation efforts around the globe.
Our vision
“It shouldn't be hard for individuals or businesses to make a positive social impact within your community or around the world.”
2021
501(c)(3) status
Tree Peace becomes a federally recognized tax-exempt nonprofit (EIN 86-3356671), based in Houston, Texas.
Today
Houston & beyond
Free shade trees in underserved neighborhoods, reforestation partnerships around the globe, and certified carbon offset programs.
Founders Irene Chien & Matt Pratt — Garden of the Gods, Colorado
Tree Peace is a nonprofit organization empowering others to plant trees and promote environmental sustainability in underserved neighborhoods. What started as a Houston project now supports planting partners across the country and around the world.
Transparency
Where every dollar goes
90%to planting
90% — tree planting projects. For every dollar received, we aim to spend 90% putting trees in the ground.
10% — fundraising & admin. Website maintenance and advertisement — the minimum it takes to keep the mission growing.
Every dollar donated is used to educate others and plant trees. With your support, we can continue to give back for generations to come.
Planting partners & standards
As featured in AP News, Newswire & Benzinga
Help it grow.
Tree Peace is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit organization. Donations are tax-deductible within the guidelines of U.S. law. EIN: 86-3356671 · Verify with the IRS