# Friends of Grand Rapids Parks

> Green Your Block tree requests and Neighborhood Forester training in Grand Rapids

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## Facts

- Type: Nonprofit
- Scope: Local
- Headquarters: Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States
- Founded: 2008
- Website: https://friendsofgrparks.org
- Listing tier: listed (confirmed and described from its own website; figures not yet researched; not in impact rankings)
- Offers residents: request_street_tree, volunteer, education
- Volunteer sign-up: https://friendsofgrparks.org/volunteer/
- Donate: https://friendsofgrparks.org/donate/
- Events calendar: https://friendsofgrparks.org/events/
- Countries where they plant: United States
- Activity types: Urban forestry (primary), Tree care & maintenance, Education & advocacy

## About

Friends of Grand Rapids Parks has planted trees in the city since it formed in 2008, in partnership with the city's forestry department. Residents can request a tree for their street through Green Your Block, train as a Neighborhood Forester, or join one of the planting days on the calendar. ArborFest each spring is its biggest planting.

## Links

- instagram: https://www.instagram.com/friendsofgrparks/
- facebook: https://www.facebook.com/friendsofgrparks/
- linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/35503841/

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