Last chance to donate towards Whyke tree-planting fundraiser

A total of £2,728 has been raised towards the £3,000 target so far – and the deadline is approaching soon.

Sarah Sharp, City Councillor for Chichester South said “The City Council’s Tree Summit was going to focus on filling the tree gaps in the City but the Summit unfortunately had to be postponed due the pandemic.

“I was spurred on by Chichester Tree Wardens and decided to launch a GoFundme appeal.

“I am bowled over by over 60 people who have donated.

“This has made possible an incredible 17 trees that will be planted in Whyke both north and south of the railway.

“There are still a few days left to donate and it would be just incredible if we could reach our goal of £3,000.”

She said that street trees not only look good – they give oxygen, shade, clean air, reduced flooding, wildlife, improve mental health and well being and capture carbon.

To support a new tree in Whyke, visit the fundraising page here.

To donate to the County Council scheme for a tree near you, visit the council website here.