Green Columbus is a sustainability-focused nonprofit striving to activate volunteer engagement, grow equitable tree canopy coverage, and foster resilient communities.

Seeking to improve equitable environmental outcomes for the people of Central Ohio.

Increasing equitable tree coverage to all Columbus communities.

Green Columbus maintains a volunteer-driven tree nursery in South Linden. Throughout the year we host volunteer activities to plant, care for, and distribute trees at no cost to residents of the community. In the fall, we distribute trees from Linden, Hilltop, South Side, and our many community partners.

Hundreds of Earth Day Worksites

Each April, Green Columbus coordinates hundreds of volunteer worksites. These events bring thousands of volunteers together to remove litter, plant trees, and so much more. Learn how you can volunteer to lead or join an Earth Day

Celebrating Earth Day and creating community.

In order to celebrate the work of our incredible volunteers and sponsors, Green Columbus hosts an annual Earth Day celebration on the banks of the Scioto. Join us and help build a community of sustainability minded individuals in the 614.

Green Drinks for Green People

The value of networks and connections grows everyday. Green Drinks is a monthly networking opportunity hosted by Green Columbus. Events are hosted at at various locations and feature speakers on environmentalism and equity.

“Perhaps one of the best programs available across the country for getting trees in the ground in proximity to its needs. While their footprint is small for their nursery [size], the impact is more than we can fathom currently.”

Bobby Jones, Old North Community (Columbus)

Let’s meet up in real life to share in the beauty of the natural world.

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