Branching Out: HSMT’s Plant A Tree Initiative

Together, we’re growing Nashville’s future—one tree at a time.

In partnership with Root Nashville, HSMT is committed to planting thousands of trees and educating our communities on the importance of urban forestry. Join us in our mission to build a greener, healthier Middle Tennessee.

Goal: 500,000 trees in Nashville by 2050

HSMT Branching Out Campaign Launch: Spring 2025

Our Impact: Local tree planting, volunteer action, community education

Get Involved

Help us grow and branch out. Whether you love digging in the dirt or organizing events, there’s a role for everyone in the Branching Out movement.

Neighborhood Planting Captains
Lead your block in planting trees & receive 1-3 free trees.
Learn How to Become a Captain

Volunteer Events
Join us for planting days

Help with events such  the Fall Fashion Show.

Tree Tracker
Planted a tree? Help us count it!
Document Your Tree Here

Sponsor a Tree
$90 helps a tree thrive with watering, mulching & pruning.

• $90: One tree
• $270: Three trees
• $2,500: 25 trees
• $5,000: 55 trees
• $10,000: 100+ trees at major sites

Branching Out Events

Mark your calendar and join the movement.

Spring Kickoff Panel
“How to Successfully Plant a Tree”
Cheekwood’s Botanic Hall | April 21, 2025 | Free to the public

Branching Out Campaign Kick-Off
Deby and Keith Pitts Home  | May 1, 2025 | Free to Public

Fall Fashion Show
Co-Chairs: Stacey Rhodes and Nikki Peal
Style meets sustainability.
Dillard’s, Green Hills Mall | October 18, 2025 | 12 PM – 2 PM

Fashion Show Patrons’ Party | October 14, 2025 | Cheekwood Mansion