Healthy Communities
Work alongside residents and partners to increase natural shade, use local resources, and create economic opportunities
Why this work
matters?
Extreme heat is one of the most serious challenges facing Phoenix neighborhoods Trees, resources, and practical knowledge can make a real difference
We focus on simple, community-led solutions that help people stay safe and care for where they live
Stewardship Classes
Learn how to care for trees and your neighborhood
Community Health Work
Connect residents to resources and local programs
Training Program
Build skills for careers in tree care
Workshops and mentoring for urban forestry business’
Community Partnerships
Co-host workshops and
collaborate with partners
Engagement and Leadership
Workshops, committees,
and resident-led projects
In Action
This is what our work looks like—neighbors learning, working, and taking action together.
3 Tree Canopy Events Supported
24 Urban Nature Graduates
12 Internships
11 Tree Care Industry Association Credential
Pending # Working in the Field
217 Residents Gained New Skills
Tree Care
Energy Savings
Parks and Natural resources
Food Systems
32 Listening sessions
1160 Listening Session Participants
4 Neighbourhood Committees
33 Neighbourhood Meetings
1 Neighborhood Tree Action Plan Implemented @ BASIS -Phoenix South
Launch or Grow a Business
Workshops and mentoring for urban forestry business’
Environmental Classes
Energy savings, parks, and food-based learning
Partner With us
Join a neighborhood committee
Build capacity for neighborhood change
Other Ways to Get Involved
We also work with partners to offer community listening sessions and workshops throughout the year based on current neighborhood needs.
These sessions are open to residents and focus on areas such as community food, solar energy and energy solutions, community design, transportation and air quality.
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Our Partners
Proud to partner with organizations across the Phoenix metropolitan area and beyond to strengthen neighborhood-based learning and action.
Growing through Stewardship
Learn how to care for trees and plants, grow food, reduce heat, and create more livable outdoor spaces.
Start where you are and grow your skills over time. Hands-on learning classes provide the knowledge and tools to care for our plant friends.
Why this work matters
Simple knowledge and small actions can make a big difference.
Shade cools your neighborhood, improves comfort, and supports community well-being.
What you’ll Learn:
Learn practical skills you can use at home and in your neighborhood
Staff & Community Health Worker–Led Classes
Urban Nature Arboriculture Training Program
We work alongside residents to build skills, confidence, and pathways into arboriculture and environmental work.
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Business Development Program
A mentorship program for residents provides professional support in launching or expanding their green business.
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About the Urban Nature Arboriculture Training Program:
Urban forestry work creates pathways for local skills and economic opportunity.
Through hands-on training, you will gain practical experience and prepare for work in arboriculture and nature-based fields.
Discover your potential and build a pathway into meaningful, outdoor work