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 all you do to protect our National Forests. Living in Colorado, I visit National Forests multiple times a year to go hiking. The views are incredible and I now know the work it takes to make this possible. It's truly appreciated, thank you!

Katie Doyle, Denver, Colorado

Besides the beauty of the forests, today I learned forests are also create a valuable ecosystem that generates water for millions of Americans and habitat for several species of animals. Thank you for all the work you do in keeping the forest sustainable. I now have a new appreciation for the service people like you provide!

David Hodge, Aurora, Colorado

Thank you for the work you do! People like you help keep our forests vibrant for all of its visitors! I've always appreciated my time in nature and I now have extra appreciation for the clean water and habitats our forest systems provide. Keep up the great work, it is truly appreciated!

Anonymous, Denver, Colorado

Thank you for everything you do! Living in Colorado, my family and I make several visits every year. We are always astonished by the natural beauty. Thank you for making this possible with your hard work in keeping the forests beautiful! What you do is very much appreciated and we are always grateful!

David Hodge, Aurora, Colorado

Having grown up beside the Allegheny National Forest, I have a healthy respect for the land. In fact, I had opportunity to talk to a couple of Rangers at the Kinzua Bridge just last weekend when I was home. Thank you for all that you do to protect the land and everything on it. You are so appreciated!

Missie Burris, Alpharetta, Georgia

Thank you for all you do to support our forests! The forests provide more than beautiful views for their visitors. Generating clean water and providing habitats for endangered species is vital to our society. Thank you for your work protecting our forests!

Anonymous, Denver, Colorado

It's unfortunate that most of us don't really take the time to understand how critical trees are to our wellbeing. As a Verizon employee I'm proud to say I work for Verizon who is helping revitalize our forests alongside the National Forest foundation. Thank you for the excellent work you all do to help this beautiful planet we call home!

Anonymous, Des Plaines, Illinois

Let me start off right away with a huge THANK YOU for all you do to protect our forests! Trees are essential to the circle of life and so you are protecting life for us all. You have made it your career and your life goal to make a difference and make nature accessible to people and ensure our ecosystems are strong for the benefit of all mankind.

Anonymous, Wisconsin

By planting the right species in the right places, reforestation improves forest health and helps make our forests more resilient to future challenges like climate change and wildfire.

Thank you for all of the wonderful work you do to preserve our forests and grasslands! I am so lucky to get to enjoy our national forests and grasslands.

Anonymous, Virginia

Thank you for all of the incredibly important work you do in preserving our beloved forests and grasslands! Thanks to you, my family and I can enjoy the great outdoors.

Lyra Miles, Virginia

I am so grateful to the US Forest Service and the NFF for working together to plant trees and maintain our national parks. Thank you for fighting fires, battling bug infestations, filtering out pollution, and a million other things to make our visits to national parks so zen-ful.

Anonymous, ASHBURN, Virginia

Thank you for the spectacular work you do in preserving our beautiful forests and grasslands!

Anonymous, Virginia

Thank you so much for all you do to keep our national forests! I spend a lot of time enjoying the great outdoors within the national forests near me. I love hiking, camping, backpacking and fly fishing most of all. Our national forests are a true treasure and it's because of you they're so wonderful.

Anonymous, West Virginia

Thank you for the remarkable work you do in saving our forests and grasslands.

Anonymous, Virginia

Thank you for all of the exceptional work you do in conserving our forests and grasslands. Autumn is my favorite season, and thanks to you we all can enjoy the beautiful foliage.

Lyra Miles, Virginia

Thank you for all of your hard work in taking care of our beautiful forests and grasslands. Thanks to you, I can enjoy the amazing foliage and clean water.

Lyra Miles, Virginia

Thank you for your selfless and generous work with preserving our outdoors!

Lyra Miles, Virginia

Thank you for all of your great work preserving our beautiful forests and grasslands. As someone who personally loves hiking and camping in our forests, I am truly grateful for your work.

Lyra Miles, Virginia

Thank you for all of your excellent work! I had no idea how impactful our national forests and grasslands are to our planet. You are truly making a difference.

Lyra Miles, Virginia

Thank you for all you do helping to maintain the Chattahoochee National Forest. Living in north Georgia I volunteered with the Boy Scouts and went on many a camping trips in the NF and on the AT. We're very fortunate to have such a beautiful spot to relax and get away from the city.

Doug Murray, Cumming, Georgia

National Forests are the largest single source of fresh water in the US, providing drinking water to millions, including those in large cities.

I'm writing to express deep gratitute for the incredible work you do perserving & protecting our precious forests. The forest is not just a source of natural beauty, it's also the lungs of our planet providing clear air, fresh water & a habitat for countless species of plants & animals. Please know that your efforts are deeply appreciated!

christina teufel, paramus, New Jersey

Many thanks for keeping our National Forests clean and happy for the next generation to come-humans and animals.

Jean Anne Mannix, Cranford, New Jersey

Thank you for all of the amazing work you do for our planet! I am so grateful for your contribution to allow us to enjoy our beautiful forests, grasslands, and clean water.

Anonymous, Virginia

Its a great job you all do protecting the forests and planting trees to help with the Co2 fight. And also looking after all the animals out in the forests. Great job!

Tim Huerbin Jr., Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

To the Fire-fighters: thank you for your extreme bravery and courage to fight forest fires and save as much land and as many structures as possible. It takes a special person to do this job, and you are amazing.

Anonymous, ASHBURN, Virginia

Thank you U.S. Forest Service

Thank you
U.S. Forest Service