Our Philosophy

The world needs trees

The world's woodlands provide a major life support system for the planet, converting atmospheric carbon dioxide back into oxygen. They are home to plants and animals. Trees and forests provide life-saving medicines and new drugs to combat disease. For many people, trees are crucial to daily survival - providing food, shelter and fuel.

To plant a tree is an act of faith in the future - knowing that others not yet born will enjoy the benefits it brings. We work to make the world a better place now, and for generations to come, by:

Planting trees

We seek opportunities to plant trees in appropriate areas to improve the environment, benefit people and provide a lasting legacy.

Protecting trees

We work to conserve trees and endeavour to respond effectively where possible to issues that concern the continued existence of trees for the benefit of all.

Promoting trees

We engage with individuals and communities to ensure that trees are considered an important and valued part of our lives.

We work with communities to achieve sustainable economic and environmental benefits. Both in the UK and overseas, ITF seeks to protect existing trees through our involvement in their neighbourhood communities. Working with schools and in communities we share our knowledge of trees so that communities understand how to profit from their trees without exploiting them.