One Tree Planted
Think Human Fund
Mission & History
One Tree Planted is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded with a clear vision: to provide individuals and businesses with a simple way to make a real impact. Since 2014, the organization has planted over 135 million trees. Reforestation helps restore forests that have been degraded or deforested by human activities or environmental disasters, and it supports biodiversity.
Country Information
Larose Forest, Ontario, Canada
Around the turn of the 20th century, after nearly a century of timber extraction and land clearing for agriculture, the area that is now Larose Forest had degraded to the point that it was known as the “Bourget Desert.” Ferdinand Larose initiated a tree planting program in 1928 to stabilize soils and re-establish forest. After almost 100 years, over 18 million trees have been planted in what is now Larose Forest, which is home to almost 2,400 species of plants and animals, including several species at risk.
The Need
The objective of the Larose Forest project is to rejuvenate the ecological integrity of Larose Forest by restoring its original tree plantations through a combination of forest operations and strategic tree planting initiatives. This undertaking aims to reinstate forest types characteristic of pre-European settlement times while reintroducing or bolstering the presence of native species that historically thrived in the region.
The Project We Fund
Once trees are planted, One Tree Planted requires three years of active care and five years of monitoring. Their experts track tree survivability and make adjustments for higher-risk areas. They utilize GIS, drones, and satellite imagery as foundational tools for monitoring impact, while continuously incorporating new technologies to enhance results.
The Result
One Tree Planted’s work focuses on forest restoration, biodiversity conservation, ecological restoration, and agroforestry. Reforestation also provides community benefits, such as improving health, supporting indigenous project ownership, and encouraging sustainable income generation. Supporting this project allows the United Counties of Prescott and Russell to continue the legacy of forest restoration in the region, enriching wildlife habitat and fortifying ecosystem resilience against the challenges posed by climate change.
