Our Sole Focus is Trees.

We're a volunteer-driven organization dedicated to preserving and enhancing Nashville's tree canopy. Our mission is to engage the public and advocate for tree conservation. Since our inception in 2017, our community of concerned citizens has steadily grown. Pivotal events such as the NFL CherryGate controversy, which planned  to remove 21 cherry trees for the NFL draft stage, drew national attention to our work and emphasized the importance of livability and environmental sustainability in Nashville. We continue to work tirelessly to address the challenges posed by rapid urban growth threatening our canopy.

As the go-to organization for concerned citizens witnessing tree loss, we serve as watchdogs, ensuring developers fulfill their legal obligations to replace trees. We collaborate extensively with Metro planners, stakeholders and council members to advocate for tree preservation.

Your donations to NTCC fund our community-building efforts, including our informative website and targeted advertising to engage Nashvillians in critical issues. Additionally, we allocate funds for neighborhood canopy restoration projects and annual tree sales, resulting in thousands of trees planted citywide.

As pioneers with fresh ideas and strategies for Nashville's future, your support empowers us to challenge conventional norms. We're the ones ensuring the city hears when trees fall and rallying support for action. With much more to accomplish, we deeply appreciate your ongoing support!

NTCC: Founded In Public Service

Established by former military personnel, the Nashville Tree Conservation Corps (NTCC) was founded by Jim Gregory, a program manager with Amazon, and Will Worrall, a Chief civil engineer with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Observing a concerning trend of tree loss and inadequate tree replacement by developers, Gregory and Worrall took action.

Their efforts led Gregory to a position on the city’s Beautification and Environment Commission and Worrall to the Metro Tree Advisory Committee. Armed with data, they highlighted the lack of enforcement of tree-replacement codes, prompting governmental attention to the issue.

As interest grew, the Nashville Tree Task Force was formed, drawing thousands of followers on social media. With a collective voice, the Task Force educated Nashvillians on existing tree laws and coached citizens on protecting trees.

Recognizing the need for a consolidated effort, the organization officially became the Nashville Tree Conservation Corps in March 2017. Inspired by the Civilian Conservation Corps, a government program of the 1930s aimed at creating jobs to stimulate recovery from the Great Depression, which planted over one billion trees. NTCC strives to uphold a legacy of environmental stewardship and tree conservation in Nashville.