Program Area
Healthy Planet
We are on a mission to plant more trees and protect existing habitats.
From local green space initiatives to broader forestation and conservation programs, Life Time Foundation is committed to partnering with nonprofit organizations to provide more opportunities for children and their families to learn about the environment, reconnect with nature, and improve the health of the world they inherit.
Nature is something every community should have access to, which is why Life Time Foundation works to connect healthy people with a healthy planet to live a healthy way of life. In June of 2025, through a partnership with SUGi and the Life Time Foundation, volunteers planted a pocket forest in the McKinley neighborhood of Minneapolis that will grow to provide the community with shade from heat, fresh produce to harvest, and space to learn about the environment and reconnect with nature.
Our Latest Impact
What we do
Life Time Foundation supports environmental sustainability by investing in conservation, reforestation, and ecosystem restoration projects that protect natural resources and strengthen environmental resilience. Through partnerships with mission-aligned organizations, the Foundation advances initiatives that improve biodiversity, protect air and water quality, and promote healthier, more sustainable communities. The Foundation also helps expand access to green spaces and environmental education, creating opportunities for people to connect with nature and become better environmental stewards. Together, these efforts drive lasting environmental impact through sustainable, science-based solutions and community engagement.
Key Programming
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Life Time Foundation supports environmental education by helping schools connect healthy food choices with sustainable food systems. Through resources, partnerships, and school-based initiatives, the foundation promotes awareness of nutrition, agriculture, and environmental stewardship. Its programs encourage students to understand how food production and purchasing decisions can impact both personal and planetary health.
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Permanent conservation efforts help protect forests and natural landscapes for future generations through long-term restoration and stewardship. Life Time Foundation partners with organizations to revive damaged landscapes and plant climate-resillient forests to capture carbon and protect ecosystems.
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Life Time Foundation supports urban greening through helping to create biodiverse green spaces in cities to cool neighborhoods, clean the air, and improve well-being.
Our Partners
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National Fish and Wildlife Foundation
Life Time Foundation is proud to partner with the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) to support conservation initiatives that protect and restore vital ecosystems across the United States. Through this partnership, Life Time Foundation helps advance projects that improve water quality, enhance wildlife habitats, and strengthen environmental resilience, reflecting a shared commitment to creating healthier communities and a more sustainable future for generations to come.
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American Forests
Through its partnership with American Forests, Life Time Foundation is supporting critical conservation efforts, including the restoration of whitebark pine ecosystems across the American West and the planting of 100,000 trees in areas impacted by California’s Rim Fire. By investing in reforestation and forest resilience initiatives, the partnership helps restore vital habitats, improve watershed health, and create healthier, more resilient landscapes. Together, these efforts support biodiversity and contribute to long-term environmental sustainability for future generations.
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SUGi
In partnership with SUGi, Life Time Foundation is helping bring the benefits of nature closer to communities through the creation of pocket forests all over the country. These dense, biodiverse native forests are designed to restore urban ecosystems, improve air quality, support local wildlife, and create greener, healthier spaces where people can connect with nature. Together, the partnership is advancing innovative, community-driven solutions for environmental restoration and climate resilience.
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Clean Beach Miami
Through its collaboration with Clean Miami Beach, Life Time Foundation is helping make environmental stewardship a meaningful part of the Miami Marathon experience. By incorporating beach cleanups into marathon programming, the partnership engages participants and the local community in protecting Miami’s coastline, reducing litter, and preserving the natural beauty of its beaches. Together, they are creating opportunities for collective action that support healthier communities and a cleaner environment.
Resources
Why does a Healthy Planet matter?