Unlocking the power of America's family forests to fight climate change
The potential in America’s family-owned forests has largely been undervalued.
Our Mission
The mission of the American Forest Foundation is to deliver meaningful conservation impact through the empowerment of family forest owners. Working together, we strive to tackle climate change and positively impact the health of America's family forests, our communities and the planet.
How We Do It
Tools & Support for Landowners
We’re connecting family forest owners to the resources they need.
From the Family Forest Blog
June 19, 2023
Juneteenth: History, Black Landownership and Engaging with the Holiday in a Reverent Manner
The American Forest Foundation recognizes and honors Juneteenth by outlining its history, how it connects to generations of Black landownership and how one can and should engage with the day.
June 12, 2023
Celebrating Three LGBTQ+ Scientists’ Historic Contributions to Our Field
June is Pride Month, which is a time of celebration for LGBTQ+ people and a time to honor the contributions they have made, including in the fields of conservation, environmentalism, and other natural sciences.
June 6, 2023
Carbon Program Helps Remove Invasive Species, Cover Property Tax for Pennsylvania Landowner
Susan Benedict was thrilled to inherit the 2,000 acres of forest land that has been in her family for several generations, but affording the maintenance and management of the property quickly became a challenge.
Careers
Interested in joining our growing team in tackling our nation’s most pressing conservation issues?