The World We Leave Behind: Our Commitment to a Greener Future

As Earth Month begins, Life Time Foundation is taking action to create a healthier planet for future generations. Through grants supporting reforestation and urban forestry, hands-on volunteering opportunities, and a multi-channel awareness campaign, we are empowering our community to be part of the change. Because the world we leave behind depends on the choices we make today.

Amidst the burning flames, the spark for change remains—See how we’re driving collective action this month.

Investing in a Greener Tomorrow: Grants for Reforestation & Urban Forestry

Trees are essential to our well-being, providing clean air, cooling urban environments, and enhancing biodiversity. This year, Life Time Foundation is investing more than half a million dollars in grants to support projects that restore forests, revitalize urban spaces, and promote healthier communities.

These grants will support initiatives such as:

• Tree Equity & Urban Heat Reduction: Planting trees in areas most affected by rising temperatures, ensuring that all communities benefit from green spaces.

• School Food Forests & Fresh Food Access: Expanding green spaces in schools to provide fresh produce and outdoor learning opportunities for students.

• Reforestation & CO2 Reduction: Supporting large-scale tree-planting efforts that absorb carbon dioxide and contribute to climate resilience.

By investing in these critical projects, we are taking a stand for a healthier planet—one tree at a time. You can help support this year’s large-scale reforestion grant we’ve committed to with our Healthy Planet partner, American Forests.

Mobilizing Our Community: Member & Team Member Volunteering

Real change happens when communities come together. This Earth Month, Life Time clubs across the country are participating in local volunteer opportunities, allowing members and team members to contribute directly to sustainability efforts in their own neighborhoods.

Volunteering events include:

• Tree Planting & Urban Greening Projects – Transforming urban spaces by planting trees and revitalizing local parks.

• Trail Cleanups & Conservation Efforts – Protecting outdoor recreation areas by removing litter and restoring natural habitats.

• Sustainability Workshops & Community Gardens – Educating and engaging participants in sustainable practices that support long-term environmental health.

We believe that by connecting our members and team members with opportunities for hands-on involvement, we can inspire lifelong commitments to environmental stewardship. Learn more about the impact we’ve made this month.

Raising Awareness: Educating & Inspiring Through Social Impact

Education is key to driving lasting change. Throughout April, our social campaign, The World We Leave Behind, will highlight the vital connection between nature and human well-being while emphasizing the urgency of environmental sustainability.

• The Impact of Trees on Health, the Environment & Their Cultural Significance 🔗

  • Exploring topics like tree equity, urban heat islands, and the role of trees in communities.

• Our Healthy Planet Impact

  • Highlighting how Life Time Foundation and our partners are driving reforestation and sustainability efforts.

• The Connection Between Fitness, Wellness & Outdoor Spaces

  • Featuring personal stories from Life Time team members nationwide about how movement and nature contribute to overall well-being.

    • Life Time Vestavia Hills: Damion Bankhead – Finding his Purpose in Nature

    • Life Time Northshore: Francesca Ciccone - Mind, Body and Soul Connection

    • Life Time Lenexa: Farhad Zarif - Earth as our Cleanest Energy Source

    • Life Time Centennial: Joe Alvarado - The Freedom of Outdoor Movement

    • Life Time Franklin: Caitlin Ferris - Nature as a Partner in Practice

• Taking Action for a Greener Future

  • Encouraging our community to get involved in environmental efforts that will shape a healthier planet for future generations.

Through real stories, expert insights, and interactive content, we’re making the case for why protecting our planet isn’t just an environmental issue—it’s a human health issue.

Join Us in Taking Action

This Earth Month, we invite you to be part of The World We Leave Behind movement. Whether it’s volunteering at a local event, learning more about the impact of nature on human health, or simply making sustainable choices in your daily life, every action counts.

Follow along on our social channels to stay inspired, get involved, and help create a greener, healthier future. Because the future of our planet is in our hands.

#FutureIsInOurHands #TheWorldWeLeaveBehind