The California Urban Forests Council (CaUFC) was founded in 1968 as the first urban forest council in the nation.

We envision thriving and prosperous California communities transformed by healthy trees and green spaces. We advance smart investment in green infrastructure through education and outreach, community-based activities, and collaborative action.

Thriving and prosperous California communities transformed by healthy trees and green spaces. Together, as a coalition, we are dedicated to expanding and perpetuating sustainable urban and community forests to enhance the quality of life for all Californians.

The purpose of the California Urban Forests Council is to serve and expand the health, viability, and condition of California’s urban and community forests. The primary emphasis of CaUFC’s work is on education and community outreach.

who we are

The California Urban Forests Council (CaUFC) was founded in 1968 as the first urban forest council in the nation.

We are professionals associated with municipalities and public works, urban planning and design, arboriculture and the nursery industry, and community-based and public health organizations. We support seven Regional Councils across California that act as the backbone of our organizations.

what we do

We advance smart investment in urban and community trees, parks, and green spaces through outreach and education, community-based activities, and collaborative action.

We accomplish this through:

• Development and support for successful local, regional and statewide urban forestry programs, projects and organizations.
• Creation and dissemination of educational materials that offer research, professional expertise, and contemporary knowledge to empower California residents to participate actively in urban greening and forestry.
• Working with local, state, and national leaders to improve public policy and support for urban and community forestry, as well as to continue existing and create new public funding resources that support and enhance the management of our trees and green spaces.