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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I appreciate the U.S. Forest Service for working to conserve our trees to allow our landscaping to remain beautiful.

Anonymous, Hampstead, North Carolina

Thank you for your service and continued support of our forests. We appreciate all the work that you do and are thankful for the maintaining of our forests. My family and I enjoy spending time in the national parks and forests, it is my kids' favorite activity.

Anonymous, Alpharetta, Georgia

Adding trees in Staten Island helps to preserve its historic value and overall nature as the greenest borough in NYC. Add to nature’s plan to protect flooding, combat climate change and other problems leading to community degradation.

Anonymous, Staten Island, New York

You can see all the hard work that goes into the preservation of the National Forests at Great Kills Park. Thank you for all you do and your continue hard work of preserving our beautiful land

Anonymous, SI, New York

Thank you for all you do to keep environment enjoyable for us.

Kyong Joo yi, Oakland Gardens, New York

We must preserve and enjoy our national forests. It is with great gratitude that I joined my team to walk and talk and get away from an electronic device to enjoy a nature path alongside lush green plants and beautiful trees. It is our responsibility to impart the importance of preserving and cultivating nature to our younger generations.

Anonymous, queens, New York

Thank you for your commitment and dedication in maintaining such great parks for all to enjoy.

Anonymous, New York

I am very thankful for the great outdoors walking I did with some engineers from Verizon. The adventure was great and also very educational. Great kills national park is very beautiful with fallen leave. Once again Thank to the nature we all enjoy.

Pierre Jean, Staten Island, New York

The National Forest Foundation partners with the U.S. Forest Service to plant native species for habitat restoration and in areas impacted by wildfire, insects and disease outbreaks and other natural disturbances.

Thank you for maintaining such a great park. We had a nice walk.

Joe Diamond, Staten Island, New York

Thanks you for providing and maintaining such great parks to visit. It was a please to visit Great Kills park to day. It was windy, but still a great day to visit.

Anonymous, New York

Dear U.S Forest Service Personnel, Thanks for taking time to care for our Forests. I really love being outdoors and you all make it possible for me to enjoy the trees, incredible surroundings and fresh air! Thanks!!!!

Anonymous, Brooklyn, New York

Thank you for continuing your work on preserving our national forest for all to enjoy.

Anonymous, Brooklyn, California

I want to thank you all for your service and for keeping our forests safe and for keeping our drinking water safe, anytime i hear of any tragic fires that have happened in california or anywhere for that matter i always send my prayers and hope everyone can stay safe. I am amazed with the courage you all show in what you do.

Anonymous, 56001, Minnesota

Dear US Forest Service Staff,

My heartfelt gratitude to you and your team for your courage, dedication and deep concern for our environment and for your continuing work in preserving our national forests. With your great contributions, these promote sustainability, ensuring our planet remains abundant in resources and stays green!

Anonymous, Massachusetts

Dear US Forest Service,

Thank you for keeping our forests healthy, vibrant, and full of adventure! I appreciate all you do to protect these national treasures of ours so everyone can enjoy them.

Sincerely, Elsa Letts

A Grateful Outdoors Enthusiast

Elsa Letts, SOMERSET, New Jersey

Thank you for all that you do to keep the National Forests safe and clean! So many people depend on these forests for adventure and to be able to get exercise, so all of your hard work is greatly appreciated. I hope that you stay safe during forests fires and know that your hard work and dedication keep homes and people safe. Thank you again!

Jeff Latawiec, New Jersey

Thank you for all of your hardwork in forest conservation. Up in New Jersey it's now well into autumn, so I get to see the leaves change color as I commute to work. It reminds me of how important it is to preserve our environment while continuing development. But a forest is much more than to just look at. Thank you again.

Anonymous, Hackettstown, New Jersey

Thank you for the selfless work you do to preserve our beautiful national forests. People for generations will be able to enjoy these lands thanks to your efforts. Thanks for everything you do to protect our forests and wildlife. You have made it possible for me to take my family out to enjoy the trees, the fresh air and the beautiful surrounding.

Anonymous, Plano, Texas

I wanted to say thank you for your work with the US Forest Service. My cousin spends his days walking through one of the most popular forests on the West coast and working to make sure signage is maintained. I have a deep appreciation for what is done to keep the forests beautiful. Thank you for all you do

Anonymous, Marana, Arizona

Thank you so much for your hard work taking care of and preserving our forests. So much is being torn down, but with what you do each day makes a difference and generations from now there will still be something for us to enjoy.

Anonymous, New Jersey

A single tree planted on a National Forest can store a half ton of carbon dioxide over its lifetime, helping mitigate climate change.

Thank you for protecting and preserving our forests. The work you do goes beyond trees but you sustain life for us all including wildlife. The world is greener and cleaner because of YOU!

Anonymous, Maryland

Thank you for all you do to preserve our natural world. Our forests are a source of mystery and wonder inspiring so many people. Many of us need to take more time to appreciate the peace and serenity of nature and take a break from the hustle and bustle of the day to day. Your work is important to retaining peace and wonder for generations to come.

Kelley Gillespie-Garreis, Glen Burnie, Maryland

Thank you for preserving our national treasures and our environment. The next generation will continue to benefit from your contributions. Spending time in nature provides peace, relaxation and overall health benefits so preserving our national forests benefits everyone! We appreciate you every day!!

Rachael Plotner, Buffalo, New York

Thank you for the selfless work you do to preserve our beautiful national forests. Good to know people for generations will be able to enjoy these lands thanks to your efforts.

Nelson Ertel, Llutz, Florida

Thank you for everything you do to protect our forests and wildlife. Without the work you do, our environment wouldn't be able to sustain life as we know it. I appreciate how your efforts help to preserve our wilds for future generations.

Anonymous, Buffalo, New York

Thank you U.S. Forest Service

Thank you
U.S. Forest Service