Unlocking the potential in America’s family-owned forests
We empower family forest owners to make a meaningful conservation impact.
Together, we’re addressing our most pressing conservation challenges.
The potential in America’s family-owned forests has largely been undervalued.
The American Forest Foundation is an ambitious conservation organization.
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 cultivate the many conservation benefits family-owned forests provide—and demonstrate their value to American communities, companies and landowners alike.
What We Do
Increase Carbon Storage
America’s family-owned forests are vital in combating climate change.
Mitigate Catastrophic Wildfires
Forest owners have the power to help reduce the risk of wildfires.
Improve Wildlife Habitat
Managing our forests means caring for our most vulnerable wildlife.
Increase Sustainable Wood Supplies
Family-owned forests play a major role in our nation’s wood supply.
Support Rural Communities
Supporting forestry means supporting rural American communities.
How We Do It
Tools & Support for Landowners
We’re connecting family forest owners to the resources they need.
Why We Do It
From the Family Forest Blog
July 28, 2022
American Forest Foundation Applauds Congress for Recognizing the Power of Family Forests in Addressing Climate Change
The American Forest Foundation responds to the introduction of the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 in the U.S. Senate.
July 19, 2022
First-of-Its-Kind $10M Green Bond Issued to Finance Family Forest Carbon Program to Fight Climate Change
The American Forest Foundation announces a $10 million Series 2022A taxable bond to finance the Family Forest Carbon Program — it is the first green bond designed specifically to support the generation of nature-based carbon credits.
July 13, 2022
Family Forest Carbon Program Opens to Small Woodland Owners Across Vermont, Parts of Massachusetts and New York
The Family Forest Carbon Program announces it is open for enrollment to rural small woodlot owners with as little as 30 acres in Vermont, western Massachusetts and eastern New York.
Careers
Interested in joining our growing team in tackling our nation’s most pressing conservation issues?