The Arbor Day Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit conservation and education organization founded in
Nebraska in 1972 by
John Rosenow. It is the largest membership organization dedicated to tree planting. The Foundation's stated corporate mission is "to inspire people to plant, nurture, and celebrate trees." The Foundation programs are supported by members, donors, and corporate sponsors that share the same vision of a healthier and greener world.