The Alliance for Cape Fear Trees
Our mission is to preserve, protect, and plant trees to enhance the quality of life and health for present and future generations in the Lower Cape Fear area.
Click here to read Code & Canopy, the Alliance's visionary policy guide that outlines practical and proven solutions for preserving trees across southeastern North Carolina.
Crafted as a flexible policy resource, Code & Canopy is designed for use by local governments, planning departments, developers, and community advocates working to shape smarter, greener growth.
Upcoming Events
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November 18 (5-7PM): Evergreen Evening
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Seabird (1 S. Front Street)
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December 5 (12PM-5PM): Wilmington Tree Giveaway
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Legion Stadium (2149 Carolina Beach Road)
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Click here to view our native tree species availability!
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If trees are still available, we'll continue the distribution on Saturday, December 6!
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January 10 (9AM-1PM): Northside Street Tree Planting
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Click here to sign up to volunteer!
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January 30 (Tentative): GLOW & Sparks Academy Tree Planting
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February 14 (9AM-12PM): Wilmington Tree Giveaway
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D.C. Virgo Preparatory Academy (813 Nixon Street)
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Click here to view our native tree species availability!
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February 22 (9AM-12PM): D.C. Virgo Tree Planting
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March 7: Riegelwood Tree Giveaway
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Riegelwood Baptist Church (103 NC Highway 87)
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Click here to view our native tree species availability!
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Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed on upcoming events. Click here to read our latest!
Tree Stewards
The Tree Steward program trains passionate and dedicated volunteers to care for the trees we plant throughout the City of Wilmington—ensuring they thrive for generations to come.
Our next volunteer training will be held in October of 2026.
Click here to learn more.
Our Tree Stewards initiative is supported by the City of Wilmington, and we're grateful for our deep and impactful collaboration with our municipal partner.
In the News
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How new regulations and environmental guidelines could impact development in New Hanover, published in the StarNews on November 4, 2025
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Cape Fear nonprofit writes how-to on growing tree canopies, published in Coastal Review on November 3, 2025
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Wilmington starts big tree planting project as local group publishes strategy guide, published in StarNews on October 31, 2025
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Tree Alliance Creates Guide For Use By Developers, Governments And More, published in the Greater Wilmington Business Journal on October 14, 2025
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"Growing with Roots: Why Trees Matter in New Hanover County's Destination 2050 Comprehensive Plan," published in the StarNews on June 7, 2025
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Don't have a StarNews subscription? Check out the PDF by clicking here.
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Help a Tree Out!
Does one of the trees we planted need care? Or maybe the tree you received from one of our giveaways needs some TLC? Let us know by filling out our Tree Care Form!
Growing Together: Our Funders
We thank the organizations and businesses whose generous support is helping us grow a greener, healthier community during the 2025-2026 planting season through our plantings and distributions. Their contributions are planting the seeds for a vibrant future!
SAPLING SPONSORS
These businesses support us year round!
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Interested in connecting with our audience? Sponsorships available—click here for details.
Williston Oaks Project
The mature oaks around Williston High School have witnessed much of its unique and meaningful history. Learn more about our science, history, and community outreach project.