Beat the Heat,

Columbia…

Plant a Tree!

Donate to Help Fund Trees

Benefits of Urban Trees

What Trees are Available?

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Am I Eligible?

Apply for Free Shade Trees

A Cool Opportunity

If you own a property in greater Columbia, you could receive up to 3 shade tree at no cost, plus a TreeDiaper for each tree to reduce maintenance.

Tell your neighbors. Tell your friends.

The goal is to plant thousands of new shade trees in greater Columbia to restore our urban canopy.

About Beat the Heat

BEAT THE HEAT is a partnership between Columbia Green and the City of Columbia to GIVE AWAY shade trees to property owners in greater Columbia to aleviate urban heat and improve air quality.