Donations and Memorials

Tucson Parks and Recreation offers a way for you to commemorate deceased loved ones through donations for a
(1) Memorial Tree or
(2) Bench with Plaque

You may also make a donation to agencies that support the mission of the Parks and Recreation Department.

Memorial Trees
Planting memorial trees and or installing benches with a plaque in a City park

If you would like to make a donation to the Parks and Recreation Department for the purpose of planting a tree or installing a bench with a plaque in memory of a deceased individual, the following information is offered:

1. A written request must be made to the Parks and Recreation Department from the bereaved indicating desirable location and preference of memorial (tree or bench).

2. The Administrator/Superintendent of the designated district reviews the request and acknowledges that the requested location will not be impacted by future development and is suitable for a tree or bench.

3. The cost of a tree is $100.00 payable to the Parks and Recreation Department. The District/unit purchases the tree, plants the tree and provides a water source.

4. The variety of the tree and location of planting will be at the discretion of the District/Unit.

5. Trees do not have a plaque placement.

Bench with Plaque
If a plaque is desired, a bench must be purchased from the Department under the following guidelines:

• The bench is an in-house design.

• Cost of the bench is $150.00 payable to the Parks and Recreation Department

• Bench is designed to accommodate a 6” X 6” size plaque ONLY. The plaque that goes on the bench must be made of a thick bronze casting with anchor studs. Individuals making the request are responsible for all costs and ordering of the plaque (cost varies depending the amount and type of characters used (100 to 150 typically).

• The Parks and Recreation Department is responsible for securing the bench to a solid foundation and installing the plaque.

The District/Unit is responsible for responding to the request in writing acknowledging receipt of payment and completion of work with a copy to the Director's Office. Requestor will receive a digital picture of the tree and/or bench, and a locator map for acknowledgment and reference.

Please call the District Office of your choice for additional information.

East District: 791-5930
Northwest District: 791-4873. Ext. 0
Southwest District: 791-5909

The City of Tucson – Parks and Recreation Department appreciates your interest and donation.