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. I appreciate the work you do to keep the parks clean and enjoyable for everyone to enjoy.

Anonymous, Arlington, Texas

Dear National Forest Foundation,

Thank you so much for what you do by maintaining our forests and green areas. I enjoy visiting the parks around me to hike, unwind or just ground myself. Without your time or dedication, moments like that would not be possible. Thank you!

Cristina Ahumada, Lake Barrington, Illinois

Thank you for the work you do to protect the very best this country has to offer. As many, I find solace in nature, and worry consistently when it's harder and harder to find. Your work is often thankless, but please know I'm so grateful!

Hannah Hagendoorn, Burgaw, North Carolina

Thank you for supporting upkeep of our forests and keeping us all safe. Without your tireless efforts we would not have the beautiful forests we have in our country. I'm sure you may feel like no one cares some days but there are those of us that do and really appreciate your efforts. You do make a difference, thanks so much!

Anonymous, Grove City, Ohio

“Learn character from trees, values from roots, and change from leaves.”

Alexander Stewart, Castle Hayne, North Carolina

Dear U.S. Forest Service Employees, Thank you for your unwavering dedication to preserving our nation's forests. Your hard work in managing, protecting, and sustaining these vital ecosystems ensures they remain treasures for future generations. Your commitment and sacrifices do not go unnoticed. We deeply appreciate all that you do. Sincerely, Eli

eli leon, El Paso, Texas

Dear Forest Service,

Thank you for your dedication and sacrifice to ensuring natures forests are maintained and cared for. The work you do to protect our enviornment is to be commended and not celebrated enough. I appreciate your continued dedication to making sure our forests are cared for and shown the love it needs.

I appreciate you!

Anonymous, Charlotte, North Carolina

Thank you for all that you do keeping our forest in tact and caring for the trees and forest. Without your care we would not have the natural beauty to view.

Dave Whyte, Hamburg, 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.

As a kid we took a road trip out west and visited so many of the national parks around the Grand Canyon. And we had the most amazing people help us from the park services to learn so many awesome things about the rocks, land, animals, and habitats. That would not have been the experience it was with out you all.

Anonymous, Elgin, Illinois

Thank you so much for supporting our forests by taking care of them and keeping the rest of us safe. I know the job you do seems thankless and unnoticed but it is valued and appreciated.

Dee Lyon, Grove City, Ohio

“To be without trees would, in the most literal way, to be without our roots.”

Alexander Stewart, Castle Hayne, North Carolina

Thank you for your continuous service!

Shena Trotter, South Carolina

Thank you for protecting air, water and food for us, shelter and sustenance for animals. Thank you for keeping us nurtured and nourished by protecting mother nature and alleviating the effects of climate change and natural disasters.

Anonymous, Pennsylvania

You're amazing! Thank you for everything you do!

Anonymous, Gilbert, Arizona

Dear National Forest Foundation,

I want to thank you for ensuring that we have trees in the forest to provide clean air that we breath. I can not thank you enough for caring for us.

Amen

Anonymous, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Our parks and preserves are a crucial part of our environment. These designated lands are home to a multitude of plant life, wildlife and ecosystems. Thank you for your dedication to protecting our environment and educating the general public.

Anonymous, Tampa, Florida

I lived in California for over 20 years, so I know first-hand how important the job you do is. I would like to personally thank you and let you that you are all truly appreciated.

Frank Aguilar, Chandler, Arizona

There is nothing more I love than to be outdoors since I am stuck inside all day for work, I can not wait until my family is old enough to go on hikes with me so I can respect and enjoy weather and nature

Anonymous, South Elgin, Illinois

You are appreciated.

Anonymous, Alpharetta, Hawaii

Thank you for your service and being on the frontlines for our challenges with climate change

Anonymous, Alpharetta, Georgia

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 so much for all the work you do to preserve our national treasures. Without you these forests would not be what they are today.

Thank you for all you do!!!

Peter Alavanja, Oklahoma

Thank you for all you do to save and protect our forestry. The things I have learned over the years about how to care for our forest and what not to do is amazing. We conserve our land by not doing fires near wooded areas. It is an amazing effort to help our wildlife have homes to live in as well.

Anonymous, 34240, Florida

Thanks Forest Service personnel. Without the long hours that you put in, me and my Family would not be able to enjoy the many spectacular Forests in the United States. A couple of years ago we had the great pleasure of vacationing in Tennessee and visiting the Great Smokey Mtnss Ntnl Park. We have never seen so many spectacular views in our lives.

Anonymous, Red Lion, Pennsylvania

Thank you so much for the efforts you put towards our forests. I know without you guys our forests would be in a much worse state or nonexistent if it wasn’t for you guys.

Lacey Davis, Jackson, Tennessee

I just wanted to take a moment to say thank you for all you do to keep this country and our earth beautiful. I've had the opportunity to visit a couple of national parks this year and was amazed at the beauty that this beautiful country has to offer.

Thank you for all you do.

Peter Alavanja, Bixby, Oklahoma

Thank you U.S. Forest Service

Thank you
U.S. Forest Service