100,000 Fruit Trees for El Salvador

Dear friends,

We are heading back to El Salvador this summer to continue our long-term commitment to the communities there. This project remains a core annual priority for us until we reach our 100,000-tree goal (and likely well beyond that mark).

Climate and Food Security in the Dry Corridor
El Salvador is currently on the front lines of the climate crisis, specifically within the Central American Dry Corridor. This region is increasingly defined by extreme weather patterns, such as prolonged droughts followed by intense, erratic rainfall, that threaten the livelihoods of small-scale farmers. According to recent climate data, El Salvador has seen a significant decrease in reliable water sources, which directly correlates to rising food insecurity and poverty in rural areas.

Our work includes a focus on these dry zones, where the environment is most fragile. To ensure these orchards thrive, we prioritize planting near established water sources and selecting drought-tolerant species that can withstand the changing climate. By strategically placing these trees, we are working to:

• Fight desertification: The trees help stabilize the soil and lock in moisture, preventing the earth from turning into unproductive dust.

• Prevent erosion: Deep root systems hold the soil in place during heavy rains, protecting the land from the landslides and degradation that often follow extreme storms.

• Create micro-climates: Through natural shade and transpiration, these orchards lower local temperatures and provide much-needed relief from the heat for both people and local biodiversity.

Supporting Local Economies and Nutrition
In addition to the environmental benefits, we work directly with farmers' cooperatives to ensure these projects serve as a form of income support. In a country where over a quarter of the population lives in poverty, these trees provide a sustainable source of both nutrition and economic stability.

After more than a decade of working in El Salvador, the demand for these trees is higher than ever. We are currently coordinating with our wonderful partners at SHARE and CONFRAS to prepare for this summer’s activities. At the same time, our local partner nursery at CIETTA, located near San Salvador, is busy growing the saplings that will become next year’s food forests.

How You Can Help
The logic behind this work is clear: more trees lead to more food, higher incomes, cooler environments, and more stable soils.

Please consider a donation today to help us get as many trees as possible into the ground in 2026. Your support directly impacts how many families will have access to fresh fruit and a more resilient landscape for years to come.

Thank you for your ongoing support of this vital work.

With gratitude,

The FTPF Team