Plant a Tree for Someone in Michigan - Memorial & Tribute Trees

Native tree seedlings will be planted in your honoree’s name to help restore Michigan’s treasured forests. Multiple trees can be dedicated in honor, in memory, or in celebration of someone special—creating a living tribute that grows over time. Honor someone special with a gift rooted in the natural beauty of Michigan, where forests stretch across nearly 20 million acres of woodland, from the shores of the Great Lakes to the vast northern pine forests. Your tribute supports meaningful reforestation efforts that help restore areas in need of habitat renewal—bringing life back to the land while creating a lasting legacy. Your honorary trees will be planted in forests in need of restoration, including areas such as the Huron-Manistee National Forests, Hiawatha National Forest, and the Roscommon State Forest Area. These projects focus on rebuilding forest ecosystems, improving biodiversity, and strengthening landscapes that support wildlife and local communities. Tree plantings will include beneficial native species such as jack pine, white pine, and red pine—carefully selected to thrive in Michigan’s sandy soils and northern climate. These species play a critical role in restoring forest structure, stabilizing soil, improving water quality, and creating essential habitat for wildlife like the Kirtland’s warbler. Each tree planted contributes to healthier forests that store carbon, protect freshwater ecosystems, and provide habitat for generations of wildlife. As these forests grow, they help ensure Michigan’s landscapes remain vibrant, resilient, and full of life for years to come. With every tree planted, your gift becomes part of a larger effort to restore Michigan’s forests—offering a meaningful way to honor, remember, or celebrate someone while making a real and lasting environmental impact.