Are there any precedents for the Brooklyn Bridge Forest model?
We are not currently aware of a partnership model exactly like the Brooklyn Bridge Forest. However, we do know of some great examples of partnerships between individual sponsors and larger causes, as well as efforts to balance forest conservation with sustainable timber harvesting. If you know of any additional examples to add to the ones listed below, please contact us. Sponsorship programs: Many non-profit organizations in New York City have programs where individuals can sponsor a brick, a bench or a tree to show support for their cause. For example, there has been an Adopt-a-Bench program since 1986 to support Central Park, and the newly opened Alice Tully Hall at Lincoln Center has a seat naming gift program. Another example is the widespread Adopt-a-Highway program, through which sponsoring organizations keep sections of highway free from litter. Sustainable timber and endowed forests: In recent years, several new models attempting to balance sustainable forestry with conservatio
