Roots of Tomorrow is a 1-hectare reforestation campaign held in celebration of National Arbor Day, bringing together volunteers and partners to plant trees and restore natural ecosystems of Sierra Madre Mountain Range in Tanay, Rizal. It aims to promote environmental responsibility, community action, and a sustainable future, one tree at a time. 

In celebration of National Arbor Day 2026, We Lift Club, Inc. (WLC) opens a chapter of collective action, environmental restoration, and community empowerment through its flagship initiative, Roots of Tomorrow: A 1-Hectare Reforestation Campaign. This meaningful gathering will take place on June 28, 2026, in the lush and ecologically significant landscape of Sierra Madre Mountain Range in Tanay, Rizal, a place where nature and community meet in shared purpose.

A portion of the proceeds will further support the HopeFULL Campaign, a parallel initiative of We Lift Club focused on providing educational support and culturally relevant learning materials to Indigenous children, including the establishment of community libraries in Indigenous communities. Through this, every tree planted becomes part of a larger ecosystem of hope, one that nurtures both the land and the future of its people. 

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Registration fee:

• Php 500.00 - Non-member and regular participants
• Php 350.00 - Students
• Php 300.00 - (WLCI members) - attended at least five WLC events

Inclusions:

• Provision of 3 fruit-bearing/native seedlings for each volunteer
• Facilitators and Program Management Team
• Forest Guides/Rangers for site supervision and safety
• First Aider assigned during the activity
• Photographer/Documentation Team
• Land preparation prior to the activity
• Post-activity nurturing and monitoring
• Replacement of dead seedlings
• Environmental and site fees
• Certificate of Participation/Compliance (DENR-aligned)
• Coordination with DENR Tanay MENRO and local stakeholders

What to bring:

• Work gloves and a shovel
• Drinking water
• Extra Clothes
• First aid kit
• Poncho/rain coat (in case of rain)
• Insect Repellant, sun block
• Personal hygiene kit
• Eating utensils and reusable water jugs.
• Have a tree planting buddy for safety and for taking pictures.

Transportation:

• Meet-up location: Tablon Elementary School 
• Transportation will be arranged for commuting volunteers, with the cost to be shared among participating volunteers.

What to wear: 

• Long sleeves or bring arm sleeves, long pants
• Dri-fit shirts are more advisable than cotton)
• Hiking / outdoor sandals are enough, but closed footwear is more advisable.
• Wear footwear with good traction. The trail to/from the planting site may have steep sections and a slippery, clay soil profile
• Bring a cap or head buff to cover your head as the trail is exposed to full sun.
• Old clothes are okay, as we will get soiled and dirty while planting.

Safety:

• There are first aiders assigned during the tree planting activity.
• Volunteers are required to sign the Safety and Liability waiver before the activity.
• Volunteers over the age of 60 are required to get clearance from their doctor to ensure that they can take on the activity without medical complications.
• Volunteers with underlying health conditions or expecting pregnancy are also advised to check with their physician.

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FAQs:

• Who can participate in the activity?
• The campaign is open to individuals, organizations, students, and volunteers.

• Will food and transportation be provided?
• No. Food and transportation support will be on the volunteers' and partner team's accounts.

• Is there a limit to the number of participants per group?
• There is no strict limit per group, as long as slots are available. However, participation is subject to first-come, first-served confirmation.

• Will participants receive a certificate?
• Yes. All participants will receive a Certificate of Participation/Compliance.

• Is there a parking area available?
• There is no designated parking area at the site. Participants who will bring private vehicles may park along the roadside at their own risk. Please ensure vehicles are parked responsibly and do not block access roads.

For Queries:
Send a private message to us at We Lift Club on Facebook