Today was a special day at the Amelia Street Urban Forest! Two of our dedicated Friends had the opportunity to host a fantastic group of volunteers from VCU, all participating in an initiative designed to connect first-generation college students ahead of the upcoming fall semester.
Despite the summer heat, we rolled up our sleeves and tackled several important projects:
🌿 Cleared and refreshed pathways to keep the space safe and walkable
🌳 Spread mulch to define trails and protect our growing native plants
🪴 Potted up plant volunteers (aka surprise seedlings!) to be nurtured and sold during our fall fundraiser
This kind of hands-on work is what keeps the urban forest thriving—not just as a green space, but as a living, learning environment for students and neighbors alike.
We’re so grateful to the VCU volunteers who showed up with open hearts and willing hands. Their efforts are a reminder of what’s possible when the community comes together in service of something bigger.
💚 Want to help us keep the momentum going? Your donations make a huge difference. Contributions help us purchase mulch, tools, gloves, wheelbarrows, and other essential supplies that make volunteer days like today possible.
Thank you for supporting this space, our students, and the vision of a greener, more connected Richmond. Stay tuned for upcoming volunteer days!
