Planting Trees for the Next Century—and Beyond
The Chicago region is nearly 3,000 trees greener at the end of 2022, thanks to the Centennial Tree Planting Initiative marking the 100th year of The Morton Arboretum.
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Greenmatters
The donor-exclusive guide to The Morton Arboretum
Welcome to Greenmatters, the quarterly donor newsletter of The Morton Arboretum.
As a donor, you play a major role in the Arboretum community. Your support is what makes it possible for the Arboretum to study and protect trees, develop new trees, and present numerous programs and events each year. This newsletter, just for donors, is your opportunity to learn even more about the Arboretum. Meet us here quarterly as we take you behind the scenes of tree research, collections, new exhibitions, and much more.
Arboretum Offers Hope for Threatened American Trees
When a single decrepit oak tree was found in May in a remote canyon in West Texas, it was a sign of hope for The Morton Arboretum’s efforts to preserve threatened trees in the United States and around the world.
Your Support in 2022 is Essential
The generosity of donors has never been more vital to the present and future of The Morton Arboretum. Here are important details on how you can make your annual contribution to the Arboretum or renew your membership support in 2022.
Special Donor Events in 2023
To show our appreciation for your support, The Morton Arboretum offers a number of events exclusively for its donors. Save the dates for these signature donor programs in the new year!
The Gerard T. Donnelly Grand Garden Opens
The opening celebration of the spectacular 2-acre garden also marked the Arboretum's centennial, honored Dr. Gerard T. Donnelly, who is retiring, and saluted the donors who made the garden possible.
A Legacy that Lasts
The Arboretum's Jessica Anderson discusses the merits of legacy giving, highlighting how tree planting and planned giving both benefit future generations by leaving an enduring legacy for others to enjoy.
Toward a More Sustainable Arboretum
As the Arboretum’s inaugural director of sustainability, Rachel Novick, is working to make the Arboretum even greener. She shares the Arboretum's vision, along with some steps anyone can take to promote sustainability.
Special Donor Events Coming in 2022
During the Morton Arboretum's centennial celebration year, several exciting events will be reserved exclusively for donors.
New VP Murphy Westwood is Firmly Rooted in Science and Conservation
Murphy Westwood has devoted her career to tree science and conservation and is the Arboretum's new VP of Science and Conservation.
A Second Century Challenge for the Arboretum’s Next 100 Years
The centennial of The Morton Arboretum in 2022 will be a significant milestone, celebrating the first 100 years of its tree-focused mission and accomplishments while building excitement and support for its second century.
