Plant With Purpose
Plant With Purpose seeks to restore hope by reversing two of the world’s greatest challenges: global poverty and environmental damage. These problems are interconnected.
Our goal is to see creation’s life-giving regenerative cycles restored and people renewed through their relationship to God, living in healthy sufficiency and empowered to dream.
We operate in eight countries around the world. Our international work is 100% locally-led, with global offices operating both as independent agencies within their country, and alliance partners with Plant With Purpose U.S., which supports their ongoing work.
Tanzania
Magdalena, Tanzania: "I want to inspire others to believe"
Magdalena stands in front of her shop, greeting customers with a warm smile. The shop, now a thriving retail and wholesale business, is a testament to years of hard work, perseverance, and the power of community support. But it wasn’t always like this. At 50 years old, Magdalena reflects on the life she once lived […]
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Haiti
Nadége, Haiti: "God is always present in my life.”
At seventy years old, Nadége has witnessed a lifetime of changes in her Haitian community. As a farmer, she has seen seasons of plenty and scarcity. She has watched trees disappear from the hillsides and rivers dry up. And for many years, she struggled to trust the people around her. “There are too many unserious […]
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About Our Work
The Role of Agroforestry in Reducing Poverty and Boosting Livelihoods
When Andres first stepped onto his hillside farm in the Dominican Republic, he was facing more than just a struggling crop—he was facing the reality of a life trapped in poverty. His coffee plants, once the backbone of his livelihood, had been devastated by disease. With few alternatives and seven children to feed, his future […]
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Thailand
Jati, Thailand: "When you care for the forest, it gives back."
“I used to think I had most of what I needed.” “My family and I had enough to eat,” Jati says. “Sometimes there were worries about how we’d pay for household expenses, especially when we had to borrow money for farming. But it was manageable.” “There was a water source in the mountain, a forest […]
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Climate Solutions, Tanzania
The Power of a Planted Tree: Changing Lives in Rural Tanzania
What does the power of the planted tree look like? In the lush but ecologically vulnerable hills of Tanzania, smallholder farmers have long lived at the mercy of harsh environmental conditions. Deforestation, soil erosion, and unpredictable rainfall have created a reality where farming, once a stable way of life, can quickly spiral into a struggle […]
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Malawi
Daniel, Malawi: "When people see change, they start to believe again.”
Daniel stands quietly in the Lwafwa watershed, looking over the land that raised him. The soil under his feet is familiar, the paths woven through his village echo years of memories. But lately, he’s noticed some changes that trouble him deeply. “I grew up here,” Daniel says. “And a good number of people around me […]
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Mexico
Sara, Mexico: “We are learning to care for the land and each other.”
In the Peñoles watershed of Mexico, Sara’s days used to be filled with quiet uncertainty. At 47 years old, she spent most of her time at home, supporting her husband, who worked as a farmer, and supporting their 24-year-old child. Life in their rural community was shaped by the rhythms of the land—land that was […]
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Environmental Restoration, Haiti, Mexico, Tanzania
The Role of Women in Restoring Ecosystems Through Tree Planting
Women around the world are leading efforts to restore degraded ecosystems through tree planting. From rural villages in Tanzania to Haiti’s struggling hillsides, women are not only planting trees but also cultivating resilience, sustainability, and hope for future generations. Their contributions are making a lasting impact on biodiversity, soil health, and water conservation. At Plant […]
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Mexico
Carolina, Mexico: “Through nature, God gives us many things”
In the Peñoles watershed of Mexico, Carolina’s life once revolved around the quiet routines of home. At home, she took care of her animals, rarely stepping beyond the familiar boundaries of her household. “I didn’t like to go out much,” she admitted. “I thought I didn’t have time to be involved in those programs. It […]
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Climate Change, Climate Solutions, Environmental Restoration
Success Stories: Environmental Restoration Through Community Tree Planting Projects
Trees are vital to the health of our planet. They clean our air, provide shade, prevent soil erosion, and support biodiversity. Unfortunately, deforestation and environmental degradation have taken a toll on tree populations worldwide. But there's hope! Communities around the globe are taking action, proving that community tree planting efforts can revitalize ecosystems and create […]
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Climate Solutions, Environmental Restoration
The Future of Farming: Regenerative Agriculture and Tree Planting
Before partnering with Plant With Purpose, Fredilin's life was defined by vulnerability. Dependent on farming and livestock, his livelihood was precarious, subject to the whims of unpredictable harvests. This instability forced him into a cycle of debt, relying on "dangerous, untrustworthy loans" to survive. His situation reflects the reality for many smallholder farmers in developing […]
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Climate Solutions, Environmental Restoration, Sustainability
Women’s Cooperatives in Tree Planting: A Model for Success
Women’s cooperatives are using tree planting as a model for economic success and community development. These cooperatives are creating financial independence, fostering community collaboration, and restoring degraded lands through sustainable tree farming. Plant With Purpose’s program, designed to help communities restore their lands and overcome poverty, has helped a number of these women’s cooperatives establish […]
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All, Climate Solutions
Tree Planting as a Tool for Economic Empowerment in Developing Nations
In many nations, poverty and environmental degradation are intertwined. Deforestation is driven by factors like charcoal production and unsustainable logging, which stem from economic desperation. This leads to soil erosion, decreased biodiversity, and climate change. However, a growing movement recognizes the potential of tree planting as a powerful tool to address these challenges while simultaneously […]
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Climate Solutions, Environmental Restoration, Ethiopia
Restoring Degraded Lands with Community-Led Tree Planting in Ethiopia
Ethiopia is blessed with diverse landscapes, however, faces significant environmental challenges and degraded lands, including deforestation, soil erosion, and desertification. These issues not only threaten the country's biodiversity and ecological balance but also have a profound impact on the livelihoods of those who rely on agriculture. However, a growing movement of community-led tree-planting initiatives is […]
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Environmental Restoration, Haiti
Pierre, Haiti: "I have a really good relationship with God because I am a steward of creation.”
“Without the partnership of Plant With Purpose, life would be impossible for me,” starts Pierre. Pierre, who lives in Haiti, is a prime example of how much progress a person can make when they receive the right training and opportunities. For Pierre, the motivation to take care of the land around him was always there, […]
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