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“A seed, a sapling, a Tree that will feed the body, replenish the earth, oxygenate the air we breathe for more years than the hands that plant them will live to see. The Fruit Tree Planting Foundation truly embraces the notion that love gives without expectation of reward.”
-Angela Bassett, Golden Globe-winning actress

“The Fruit Tree Planting Foundation is single-handedly taking responsibility for the future of our Earth! It is vital and absolutely essential to support this fantastic non-profit organization!”
-Bryce Dallas Howard, Actress

“For us and for our children, FTPF’s orchard donation to supplement our hunger relief efforts will literally save lives.” -Rupa Raghunath das, Food for Life, Vrindavan, India

“We expect the FTPF orchards planted at each school to last for decades, giving our students the opportunity to receive environmental education that would not otherwise be available to them.” -Clint Taylor, National School District, National City, California

“…The Fruit Tree Planting Foundation is contributing to a more compassionate and humane way of living. Your innovative and progressive contribution sets the gold standard for others to emulate, and we applaud you for your foresight, initiative, creativity, and kindness.”
-Ingrid E. Newkirk, President, PETA upon presenting FTPF with a 2007 Proggy Award as the “Most Animal-Friendly World Hunger Charity”

“The effect of the trees on the students, faculty, staff and the community will be felt on so many levels.” -Jeannette Vaughn, Elementary Principal, Albert Einstein Academies, San Diego, Calif.

“We were literally ‘blown away’ by the sheer number of trees and plants we received and by your group’s dedication to your mission. We are so grateful for the plants and excited about the fruits that we will have in a few years.” -John Burkholder, Principal, Midvale Elementary School, Madison, Wisconsin

“After seven years we are now able to create the green educational center and the fruit trees that we planted with you are the center piece of this model … Together we have created an oasis among a concrete jungle.” –Sara Laimon, Green Ambassador Director, Environmental Charter High School, Lawndale, California

“Your generosity is another positive step in the realization of many special programs and campus improvements, which will help to enrich the education of our students.”
-Jesus M. Gandara, Superintendent, Sweetwater Union High School District, Chula Vista, California

“This award is presented to the Fruit Tree Planting Foundation in appreciation of your contribution to the Life Skills Garden” -Milor High School, Rialto, California

“I could not utter enough superlatives about your organization: Hope, inspiration, and all around goodness to name a few.” -Jaime Ogden, Certified Elementary School Teacher, Colo.

“Your organization was instrumental in making our dreams of garden-based education in schools come closer to reality.” –Yveline Wilnau, Farm Manager, Learning Garden Laboratory, Portland, Ore.

“… since I deeply care for animals, the environment, and people, your organization really inspired me as a proactive approach to solving some pressing problems. -Susan Eller, New York City

“Things are getting very dicey here on our planet. Seems we are approaching the 11th hr and your efforts stand out as something pure, powerful, and effective.” -Mitch Wallis, Esq., San Diego, Calif.

“…you will change the world!” -Dermot Brannick, New York City

“Thank you for making this planet a beautiful place!” -Ilana Bissonnette, Toronto, Ontario