Thank you
U.S. Forest Service

As part of its responsible business plan, Citizen Verizon, Verizon partnered with the National Forest Foundation to thank individuals who have dedicated their professional careers to protecting America’s National Forests—the U.S. Forest Service personnel.

As the effects of climate change exacerbate wildfires and the impacts of COVID-19 spur an unprecedented increase in visitations, Forest Service staff continue to selflessly work and often put their lives in danger to ensure these public lands thrive now and for many generations to come.

In addition to sharing messages of support, encouragement, and thanks from Verizon’s employees, Verizon’s generous grant will plant 100,000 trees on National Forest lands. These native trees will help provide fresh air, clean water, and remove carbon from the environment.

We invite you to share these messages of thanks from Verizon employees with your fellow wildland firefighters or any associations, clubs, groups, or teams who you believe would appreciate seeing them.

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Thank you for your selfless act of protecting our forest. It is definitely a hard job to work in the outdoors, during all kinds of weather. Stay safe and God Bless, and God Speed.

Carmen

Anonymous, Tempe, Arizona

Thank you for your service, the upkeep and safety of our forestry. Having clean air and being able to commune with nature in a clean and safe environment is so important.

Ava McMahon, Brentwood, Tennessee

I want to thank you for all you do!!

Karyn Gambrell, Anderson, South Carolina

Thank you so much for your selfless work and all that you do to help our environment and fight climate change! Every tree truly matters and you do a job that really makes a difference!

Matthew Offet, Fort Wayne, Indiana

I appreciate what you do. I love to think you know that you deeply contribute to all of our communities. Its feels good to say Thank you. I hope its feels good to hear

Karyn Gambrell, Anderon, South Carolina

Thank you NFF for ensuring we have trees. I learned long ago as a child what the trees mean to our plant. Thank you for using your passion to ensure we are able to breathe and have trees for our animals. I pray that you all continue to grow.

Anonymous, Antioch, Tennessee

I appreciate the trees ...There are need for fresh air

Anonymous, simsonpville, South Carolina

Thank you for your diligence in keeping our forests safe for us to visit and enjoy

Anonymous, Albuquerque, New Mexico

7 out of 10 Americans live within a 2-hour drive of a National Forest.

Thank you for all of your hard work and everything that you do! I know that the summer months are a really busy time of year, and you're probably already feeling underappreciated. Please know that the work you're doing is so important, and contributes to many family memories that will last a lifetime. Have a great summer! :)

Sue Burns, Annandale, New Jersey

Thank you for your selfless effort to prioritize the well being of people and animals. What you do is so essential to the happiness and livelihood of so many others. We appreciate the risks you take each day!

Joshua Dobbs, Alpharetta, Georgia

Thank you for preserving the forest. Our world has alot of things that impact our ability to breathe clean air and we need trees to clean the air. The work you do is important to survival and to the future generations. Thank you for your service.

Veronica Pope, Alpharetta, Georgia

Hello! Thank you so much for protecting our forests and wildlife. Every time I go to different forests and grasslands, I feel very appreciative of how beautiful, clean and safe that I feel. Thank you so much for ensuring that our nation's natural areas are preserved for the future and generations to come.

Julia Zhang, Hillsborough, New Jersey

Thank you for your service and all the work you've put into protecting our US Forests. A severely under appreciated role as you are protecting over 40% of our lands, especially during the summer and all the wildlife associated with it. I hope you have a safe and enjoyable this summer at your job. Thank you again for all you do! :)

Maia Zhu, Irvine, California

During my walk today, I used all my senses to appreciate the beauty and splendor around me. It is comforting to know that the Forest Foundation will always provide us with the space we need.

Dwarak Adyanthaya, Leesburg, Virginia

Thank you so much for all the work you do, Keeping our national parks clean and beautiful is such an important job. Your hard work does not go unnoticed. I appreciate everything you do! Thank you so much!

Anonymous, naperville, Illinois

Thank you ladies and gents for taking care of our national forests. Not only do you help prevent/combat fires impacting our nation, but you help animals and communities flourish.

Anonymous, ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico

Thank you for all you do to protect and maintain our national parks and natural resources. Your dedication and hard work does not go unnoticed. You are all greatly appreciated for everything you do.

Karen Gavin, PITTSFIELD, Massachusetts

Thank you for working hard to keep our Forests beautiful for us to enjoy. Your work is highly appreciated and respected. My family loves visiting our state parks and enjoying family hikes and camping trips. Please keep up the amazing work. Without you, our parks would not be what they are today!

Zach Doyle, Lillington, North Carolina

Thank you for helping restoring nature back to balance. I live in NJ and hope there will be some additional trees planted here so that the air is made fresh and the birds, bugs, and forest animals have an eco system where they can enjoy their lives.

Anonymous, New York City, New York

I'd like to say i am grateful for your work and effort for the wildlife and preserving the forest. We need the forest to be kept clean and healthy. Our tech driven world makes it difficult for the world to focus on anything outside of technology.

You are appreciated and I want to say thank you!

John Harris, Laurelton, New York

National Forests cover 193 million acres of the United States – that’s the size of Texas!

Thank you for all of your efforts. I thoroughly enjoy spending time outside and enjoying nature. I appreciate all your group does to maintain our forests.

Thank you!

Anonymous, Georgia

Good Day! I want to express my sincere gratitude for your tireless dedication and hard work on preserving our nation's forests. Your efforts in managing and protecting these natural resources ensure that they remain healthy and accessible for future generations. Your commitment to safeguarding our lands and promoting conservation is inspiring.

Anonymous, Peachtree city, Georgia

I want to give a huge shout out to all the U.S. Forest personnel! Ever since Covid happened I, like many others, starting to be more outside at national parks and small hikes close to home. And it has become a passion now for our entire household. i thank you for keeping our parks safe, enjoyable, and something for us all to appreciate. Thank you!

Tricia Gorman, BENSON, North Carolina

Thank you for keeping the forests clean and having a nice majestic, tranquil place for us to visit especially when families are inundated with teens that are doom scrolling.

We appreciate you!

Thank you so much for everything!

Anonymous, 20148, Virginia

Thank you for keeping our forests and national parks clean and safe. I am so grateful for all you do. I love bird watching and spent time today doing that.

I plan to continue to recycle and mindfully purchase sustainably sourced and packaged items.

Anonymous, Tampa, Florida

Thank you U.S. Forest Service

Thank you
U.S. Forest Service