Donate to the tree fund

You can donate to the City’s tree fund to support more tree planting activities and programs. Choose a one-time or monthly donation as a gift or memorial.

• $10 minimum donation
• Recipient gets an e-card
• $500+ donations get a certificate, suitable for framing
• Donation can be used for a specific park (as listed on the donation page)
• Receive a tax receipt

One-time donation

Makes a lovely gift or memorial

Monthly giving

Choose a year-round, tax-deductible, investment in Guelph trees and planting programs.

Donate by mail

Send your donation to: City of Guelph, Tree Donation Program, 1 Carden Street, Guelph, Ontario, N1H 3A1

In-kind donations

You can also donate goods and services to our parks and urban forest.

Personal information on these forms is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, R.S.O. 1980, c. 302 (as amended), and will be used by City staff to complete the request and contact the applicant if necessary. Questions about this collection should be directed to the City of Guelph, City Hall, 1 Carden Street, Guelph, ON, N1H 3A1, 519-837-5626.

Commemorative tree and bench program

The City’s commemorative/memorial bench program is closed for 2024 and will resume in 2025. Thank you for your interest.

Memorial tree and bench programs are available at the University of Guelph Arboretum and Woodlawn Memorial Park.

Existing memorial tree and bench donors

If have questions about maintenance, missing plaques, or your tree’s warranty, please contact us.