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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Dear U.S. Forest Service Employees,

Thank you for your dedication to protecting our national forests and grasslands. Your efforts in managing wildfires and preserving our natural heritage are truly commendable and deeply appreciated.

Warm regards,

Dennis

Dennis Okine, Aston, Pennsylvania

Thank you for your unwavering dedication to preserving our nation's forests. Your efforts in conservation, reforestation, and education inspire and ensure these vital ecosystems thrive for future generations. We deeply appreciate your invaluable work and commitment to nature.

Ed Ondrick, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Dear National Forest Service Personnel ,

Thank you for the important work you do preserving our National Forests. Your hard work will ensure that future generations will still be able to enjoy the beauty and magnificence of these treasures!

Sincerely, Kelly Brennan

Anonymous, Scranton, Pennsylvania

Thank you for your hard work and the effort you put in each day to help protect and care for the environment.

Anonymous, Wilmington, Delaware

Thank you very much for your service in the U.S. Forest Service. Believe me there are those who are aware of your dedication and hard work. I have the utmost respect and admiration for what you do. Thank you again.

Anonymous, Mayfield, Pennsylvania

We often take nature for granted and we do not stop and think about how important it is for us. I am so grateful that there are foundations like this and people that actually care and that take care of our environment. Thank you for what you do, we need more people like you!

Anonymous, Chicago, Illinois

Thank you for all that you do.

Shanita Hicks, New Jersey

Thank you for your dedication to the National Forests. We appreciate all that you do to maintain and protect forest lands. I have visited Wayne National Forest several times and have enjoyed my time there. Keep up the great work!

Erin McGowan, Westerville, Ohio

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.

Dearest Forest Personnel, Thank you for your dedication in maintaining our forests. While I have never been to a National Forest, I hope to go some day and will be able to thanks to your hard work. Keep on truck'n!

Anonymous, 43026, Ohio

Thank you for your service in planting trees as they give us oxygen and make the environment healthier for everyone to live.

Anonymous, Illinois

Thank you so much for your service! Without you all we would not have all this beautiful land throughout our country!

Julie Kellett, Long Beach, New York

Hello U.S. Forest Service Personnel, Thank you for your dedication, and for all of the work that you do. We don't know details, but we know that you do many difficult things that most people know nothing about and take for granted. But we do thank you. Even though we don't know, we are grateful. Thank you for being stewards of our treasured woods.

Anonymous, Utah

Thank you for your unwavering dedication to keeping-up with and restoring our beautiful forests. Your efforts ensure our future generations can continue to enjoy and benefit from these vital natural resources. You are the best!

Anonymous, Georgia

Your dedication ensures that there are individuals in this world who are actively planning for the well-being of all Americans. It is advisable to allocate adequate time to analyze the ways in which climate change can be mitigated and to take measures to devise an effective strategy. Some people choose to give up, but you continue to beat the odds.

Anonymous, Atlanta, Georgia

Forests are amazing! I love the shade! I love the wildlife! I love the fresh air! I love being outside! (I don't love insects)

Thanks for all that you do to preserve our national forests!

John Herrmann, Lorain, Ohio

Thank you for all you do to conserve our national forests and to make them available for the enjoyment of US citizens. I love the forest, and thanks to your organization I get to enjoy them and I get to share that enjoyment with my children. I promise to support conservation efforts and teach my children the value of forests and wildlife preserves.

John Herrmann, Lorain, Ohio

I would like to thank you for your organization's efforts to keep and restore national forests. I love recreating in the woods, and I am very grateful to have access to these spaces.

John Herrmann, Lorain, Ohio

You are doing such an important job, we need as much protected as possible. thank you

cody oconnor, wilmington, North Carolina

Spending time in the wilderness is good for the soul. Your work to preserve and protect this land is invaluable and important. Thank you for all you do. I can't imagine a world where we would not have these beautiful lands. Your dedication and efforts are greatly appreciated.

Mark Rottmann, Castle Rock, Colorado

Thank you for all you do

Anonymous, Tulsa, Oklahoma

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 all that you do, the world needs more people like you.

Anonymous, Tulsa, Oklahoma

Thank you for all that you do and for making the world a better place!

Anonymous, Tulsa, Oklahoma

Thank you so much for all that you do in caring for all of the US forests. Many blessings to you and your families.

Stephanie Young, Tooele, Utah

Thank you so much for your dedication and hard work in everything you do. Helping everyone to see the beauty of the forest, educating how to preserve and protect the land from the dangers of wild fires. Being able to see the forest trees standing tall all around valleys seeing all the beauty that surrounds us. We thank you for all you do.

Anonymous, Chandler, Arizona

Dear U.S. Forest Service Team,

I want to express my gratitude for preserving our Nation's forests. Our collective efforts will ensure that these natural treasures remain healthy, sustainable, and accessible for future generations.

Thank you for your hard work and dedication!

Rashmi Bhawsar

Rashmi Bhawsar, Basking Ridge, New Jersey

Thank you U.S. Forest Service

Thank you
U.S. Forest Service