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Volunteers Needed for Tree Planting - Saturday 10/08/2026 from 8:45am - 12pm

Plainwell awarded 40 new trees from ReLeaf Michigan;
Volunteers needed Saturday, October 10, 2026

September 2, 2026, Plainwell, MI -- ReLeaf Michigan, a statewide non-profit tree organization, in partnership with the City of Plainwell and the Consumers Energy Foundation, is looking for volunteers to help plant 40 trees in downtown Plainwell and the New Orchard neighborhood in Plainwell on Saturday, October 10th starting at 8:45 a.m. The trees are being planted to bring shade and beauty to the downtown area and to add needed trees to the neighborhood.

Volunteers are asked to wear closed-toe shoes and comfortable clothing and bring a shovel, hard rake, and work gloves if they have them. The group will meet at Plainwell City Hall, 211 N. Main St., Plainwell, MI 49080 at 8:45 a.m. to sign in, enjoy refreshments, and watch a planting demonstration with ReLeaf Michigan’s tree experts.

Families are welcome! The event occurs rain or shine. No planting experience is necessary. Join us for the morning and leave an environmental legacy that will add to the beauty of your community for generations. We hope to see you there!
 
Trees provide incredible benefits to the communities in which they are planted. Trees improve air and water quality, reduce stormwater runoff, improve mental wellness, reduce childhood asthma rates, cool our neighborhoods, and enhance commercial and economic vitality.
 
ReLeaf Michigan, a 38-year-old non-profit tree organization, partners with communities statewide to replenish community tree canopies through volunteer tree planting events. The Consumers Energy Foundation is the charitable arm of Consumers Energy, Michigan’s largest energy provider. The Consumers Energy Foundation enables communities to thrive and grow by investing in what’s most important to Michigan – its people, our planet and Michigan’s prosperity.
 
Where:             Plainwell City Hall, 211 N. Main St., Plainwell, MI 49080
 
When:             Saturday, October 10th, 8:45am - 12pm
Sponsors:      ReLeaf Michigan (www.ReLeafMichigan.org)      
                        City of Plainwell
                        Consumers Energy Foundation
 
Cost:               This event is free!  RSVPs are appreciated.
                        RSVP at www.releafmichigan.org/RSVP

Questions? Contact Matthew Bradley at (616) 304-8490 or by email at mcbrad61@gmail.com

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