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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Being in nature brings deep sense of calm and serenity to me and I feel deeply thankful and appreciative for your commitment and dedication to preserving the beauty of American forests, protecting wildlife and making life a bit more worth living for us and our future generations.

Anonymous, Florham Park, New Jersey

Hello, I wanted to thank you for your selfless work in protecting and maintaining the integrity of the beautoful planet we call home. It is because of amazing folks like you that we can hope for a bright future for us and our generations to come.

Thank you! Ayesha

Ayesha Schatzer, Seaford, New York

Thank you for all you do to protect a natural resource and preserve it for both our current enjoyment and future generations!

Anonymous, Virginia

My name is Jen and I wanted to thank you for all that you do to protect our forests and our communities. I know how hard you work and underappreciated for the work you do.

My family loves hiking and visiting parks across the country and appreciate the parks that well cared for.

Thanks again for keeping the US the most beautiful country.

Jennifer Gregorski, Pipersville, PA 18947-9331, Pennsylvania

With so many people suffering from mental health nowadays, I want you to know how you are helping these people cope with their challenges and how you help in keeping their minds calm and at peace. Thank you because what you do helps in saving lives and makes living worthwhile!

Anonymous, Philippines

I want to thank you for what you do for or world on a daily basis. The fact you dedicate your life to keeping our wildlife and forests safe, clean and much more means so much to me. I feel this is one of the most important things we can do as humans, that purpose itself should be focused on for the world and humanity.

Anonymous, 43206, Ohio

Thank you so much for everything you do every day to protect our National Forests and Grasslands. You are invaluable to protecting our drinking water and wildlife habitats which in turn helps keep us healthier and happier. Without your hard work and dedication, our country would be more susceptible to wildfires, thank you!

Chelsea Avalos, Wilmington, North Carolina

Thank you for maintaining and advocating clean and safe environment!

Carolyn Williams, Columbia, South Carolina

The longleaf pine ecosystem is one of the most biologically diverse in North America, with an understory that can hold up to 40 plant species per square yard.

I want to thank you for all that you do to educate us and help us realize our important interconnected relationship with the environment. You help the US population to better understand and appreciate our natural world.

Andy Rankin, Tempe, Arizona

Living in GA and enjoying the canopy of trees is such a beautiful sight. Realizing the journey these trees have gone through from seed to the giant firm structures is a reminder of persistence. They have weathered many storms, however the storms were used to promote growth. What an incredible reminder that life may present challenges, keep going!

Anonymous, Grayson, Georgia

Thank you for everything you do! I greatly appreciate all your efforts specially in CA! Thank you for keepting our wooded areas safe and hopefully fire free this year!

Cheers, Ariana

Anonymous, Nuevo, California

Thank you for the initiative to keep our environment healthy and for providing support to the volunteers. I appreciate your dedication in creating awareness about taking care of the forest and planting trees.

Anonymous, Philippines

Thank you for protecting our forests and wild life. You are un-named Heroes!

Anonymous, Miami, Florida

Thank you so much for everything you do to protect our Forests and keeping them beautiful!

Christian Johnson, Pawleys Island, South Carolina

Thank you for all of the work you do to ensure our National Forest's are safe, protected, clean and open for all to enjoy. It is not an easy job and it is appreciated by so many that we get to enjoy the natural landmarks in our great country.

Anonymous, 75028, Texas

I love nature and enjoy hikes near wooded areas. I hope humans hike and not leave any trash behind. It is sad to see trash when hiking. I'm always mindful to pick up trash while enjoying nature. I'm grateful it is here for us to enjoy and it sooths my soul.

Ariana Rodriguez, Nuevo, California

Thank you for all that you do....it doesn't go unnoticed! You are appreciated

Phillip Reid, 30349, Georgia

Thank you for all you do to protect our forest! What you do allows us to breathe and live everyday!

Quincy Vaughn, Sandy Springs, Georgia

Thanks to the NFF for the great work you do to preserve our forests for all to continue to enjoy. I feel fortunate to live in the beautiful state of Michigan where there are so many parks, forests and protected areas for wildlife and people to benefit. My favorite local one is Kensington nature preserve. Thanks again!!

Anonymous, Northville, Michigan

Thank you so much for protecting our beautiful earth. Your work ensures our most beautiful resources are preserved for generations to enjoy and cherish.

Anonymous, Wilmington, North Carolina

Today, longleaf pine habitat exists on less than 5 percent of its historic range in the U.S. South. Planting longleaf pine on National Forests supports the expansion of this critical native species.

Thank you for the hard, and sometimes thankless, work that you do to protect our National Forests! This is a very important job that is going to help keep our beautiful land for years to come. You are very appreciated!

Anonymous, Basking Ridge, New Jersey

Good morning US Forest Service! A beautiful morning to be out and about exploring our great lands! Thank you to all who are committed in preserving and maintaining the integrity and safety of our precious lands.

SHARON DOUCETT, New York

The more native trees and flora reintroduced into the ecosystem the better. Thank you for helping towards that end

Paul Webb, 14624, New York

I'd like to say i am grateful to you for your work and effort for the wildlife and preserving the forest as we need it and to keep it going. In this tech world no one seems to care about the outside just technology.

Trust me you are so appreciated i just wanted to say thank you!

Anonymous, Roswell, Georgia

Dear NFF,

I want to express my deepest respect and admiration for your continuing work to protect forests across the country.

With climate change threatening stability of forests your work is even more important today and for tomorrow.

All the best Adam

Anonymous, NYC, New York

Thank you U.S. Forest Service

Thank you
U.S. Forest Service