Rewild Austin
About Rewild Austin
Rewild Austin is one of those groups that keeps the work close to the ground, literally. It plants trees, collects and disperses native seeds, and brings people into conservation through education, park and trail work, and volunteer events across Austin. If you care about a city that still has room for native plants, shade, and wildlife, this is a simple way to support that future.
What sets Rewild Austin apart is how rooted it is in local participation. Its fundraising and volunteer events, including UT football tailgates, are built to support tree planting, native seeds, and environmental education in Austin. It also keeps land conservation and water protection at the center of the work.
Programs
The concrete work this nonprofit runs. Each program may later become a fundable project.
Tree planting events
Organizes and funds tree planting efforts in the Austin area.
Native seed collection and dispersal
Hosts events focused on collecting and dispersing native seeds.
Educational conservation programs
Provides educational programs about conservation practices and rewilding.
Volunteer park and trail work
Supports activities such as cleaning parks and maintaining trails.
Waterway cleanups
Includes planned events to clean waterways.
Tailgate fundraisers
Runs Texas football tailgate fundraisers to support conservation and educational efforts.
About this work
In their own words — what they do, who it reaches, and what your dollars actually fund.
Mission
Rewild Austin is dedicated to transforming Austin’s urban landscape by expanding green spaces and promoting the flourishing of native plants and tree species. With a focus on ecological restoration, it seeks to create a healthier environment for both humans and wildlife.
Who they serve
Austin-area community members, volunteers, and supporters interested in conservation, native plants, and green spaces.
How your donation helps
- Planting trees in the Austin area
- Supporting ongoing tree plantings across Central Texas
- Funding conservation and educational efforts
- Supporting rewilding events across Austin
Our story
Rewild Austin grew out of a shared response to Austin’s rapid urban growth and the shrinking availability of public land and green spaces. Kirby Martinez, Nicole, and Colton turned that concern into a mission centered on land conservation, water protection, native plants, and getting the community involved with nature.
Events
Kirby Lane Tailgate
ongoing during football seasonA private fundraising tailgate for University of Texas football games. Wristband purchases support Rewild Austin’s rewilding events and fundraising goals.
2026 Tailgate Season
2026 football seasonA series of Texas football tailgate fundraisers at the 7 home games of the 2026 season.
Rewilding Events
upcomingPlanned events that include tree planting, seed collection, educational nature hikes, and cleaning waterways.
Ways to help
Concrete needs and volunteer roles Rewild Austin has shared.
Current needs
- Local sponsors for tailgate fundraising events
- Donations to fund a tree planting event in the Austin area
- Support for conservation and educational efforts
Volunteer opportunities
- Native seed collection and dispersal
- Native tree plantings
- Park cleanups
- Trail maintenance
- Educational conservation events
- Waterway cleanups
Recognition & press
Press & mentions
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this nonprofit and how its work happens.
What kinds of activities does Rewild Austin plan to host?
Planned activities include tree planting, native seed collection and dispersal, educational nature hikes, park cleanups, trail maintenance, and waterway cleanups.
What do fundraising events support?
They help fund tree planting in the Austin area, along with other conservation and educational efforts.
What is Rewild Austin’s initial focus?
Its initial focus is to support the work of established environmental nonprofits in the Austin area.
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