Cakes are consumed, balloons wither away, gift paper finds itself into trach by the end of the birthday. However, what if on your birthday, you presented a gift that would last longer than the candles, confetti, and even yourself?
A tree planted in your name will keep on growing long after the party finishes. Trees clean the air, benefit birds and cool the planet for many years ahead. At Sadbhavna Vrudhashram, we think that birthdays are the best occasions to plant something that lasts forever. Read on to learn why it is so meaningful to contribute towards birthday tree plantation.
Why a Tree Makes a Better Gift Than a Box
Reflect on the five birthday presents you have received in the past. Do you recall all the gifts? A tree differs greatly in that it has its own story and that story is yours. As more years go by, a tree serves as a gentle reminder of the age at which you gained more wisdom. Unlike gifts that wear off with time, a tree will always give something back. Like shade from the sun, a nesting site for birds, clean air for your neighborhood, and improved soil quality. It is a gift that involves no wastage but just roots growing deeper. This makes it one of the best birthday gift ideas.
How Tree Gifting Helps the Planet, Not Just You
Green cover is disappearing in India due to development, agriculture, and pollution. Every single planted tree is working hard at offsetting that loss. Trees absorb carbon from the air, retain soil during heavy rains, and provide a haven for various fauna to contribute to the ecosystem. If you would like to know more about carbon emissions, check the article: Carbon offsets in India and why it matters. This article explains how profiting from tree planting works towards combating climate change.
Sadbhavna is a tree plantation NGO that has a tree plantation initiative, where more than 11 million trees across the villages of Gujarat, transforming deserted spots into lush green areas. Each birthday, if you donate tree plantation, it becomes a part of that expanding forest.
How Sadbhavna Makes Birthday Tree Gifting Easy
When thinking of birthday gift ideas, planting a tree is the best one. It is very easy to plant a tree without owning a farm or even a single shovel in your house, thanks to Sadbhavna:
- Be a part of the donate tree plantation initiative on the donations page.
- The sapling will then be planted by our team at one of our village restoration sites.
- We take care of the tree in the long run and nurture it as part of our greening initiative.
- You can rejoice today knowing that your birthday created something that will remain for years to come.
If you want to know what exactly happens post-donation, check out our blog detailing the donation journey of 3,000 other tree plantations.
A Gift for Every Meaningful Moment
Even though a birthday tree plantation is a beautiful way to use the occasion, it is certainly not the only option. Many people prefer to commemorate anniversaries, milestones, or even in memory of loved ones by means of tree planting. If you have lost a loved one, you may want to plant a tree in their name as a beautiful reminder of their lives, which you can read more about in our post about memorial tree planting. Companies have also joined this trend, there are many businesses supporting tree planting drives. This is done as part of their CSR initiatives.
Why Choose Sadbhavna for Your Birthday Tree
Gujarat has multiple organisations involved in tree plantation, but not all of them show you where your money goes. To find out how a legitimate tree plantation NGO can be differentiated from others, refer to our article about the best tree planting NGOs in Gujarat. For Sadbhavna, planting each sapling means a commitment to give back to Mother Nature in the same way as we give back to people and animals.
Sadbhavna Vrudhashram was founded in the year 2015. The motive was that compassion and care should be given equally to people, animals, and nature. More about our journey can be found under the Know Us section.
Our tree planting work goes hand in hand with assisting over 700 elderly people and thousands of rescued animals. If you would like to understand our big objective behind the green mission, you can read about why we at Sadbhavna want to build the largest tree plantation community in the world.
Make Your Next Birthday Count
On your birthday this year, instead of giving another present that is certain to get lost and forgotten in one of your drawers, choose a gift that will bring joy not only this year but for many years to come. A birthday tree plantation will become an everlasting provider of shade and oxygen.
At Sadbhavna, every sapling we plant is a part of a bigger purpose, to give back to our planet the same way we give back to the elderly and animals in our care every single day. By planting a tree as a gift on your birthday, you do not only celebrate a year of your life but give one more year of greenery to the nature around as well.
Giving a tree as a gift on your special day makes your birthday not just another date but adds yet another year of greenery in the environment around you. To give a tree as a present on your birthday, visit Sadbhavna Vrudhashram or contact us to organize a planting on the occasion of your birthday and spread greenery.
FAQs
Does gifting a tree cost a lot?
Not at all! Any amount can be contributed for a sapling. Thus, the emphasis is on the impact generated over time, while not making the contribution itself important.
Can I dedicate the tree to someone else’s birthday?
Definitely! Many people prefer gifting trees instead of ordinary gifts, as trees make a very unique, thoughtful gift.
Where exactly do these trees get planted?
The trees will be planted in rural communities and open spaces throughout Gujarat, as part of Sadbhavna’s greening initiatives.
Will I get any proof or certificate for the tree I gift?
Definitely! Once your donation is verified, Sadbhavna provides acknowledgment of your donation, confirming that the tree is planted under your name.
Can I give a tree to someone who doesn’t live in Gujarat?
Definitely! While the tree will be planted in our plantation centers in Gujarat, you can choose to gift it to anyone at any place.