Leesburg, VA (April 18, 2024) – Loudoun United FC (LUFC) and the Virginia Department of Forestry have announced a season-long partnership, effective immediately, lasting the remainder of the 2024 USL Championship season. Under the new partnership, the Virginia Department of Forestry will aid in planting one tree in Loudoun County for every goal scored by Loudoun United FC.
“We are thrilled to launch a partnership with the Virginia Department of Forestry to help develop healthy, sustainable forests,” said Doug Raftery, Executive Business Officer of Loudoun United FC. “From launching a recycling program to now helping plant trees in our own backyard – we are committed to our social responsibility of sustainability.”
The project is part of a lead-up to LUFC’s April 20 Sustainability Match, against Louisville City FC.
“The Virginia Department of Forestry is looking forward to collaborating with Loudoun United FC to help give back to the community and environment,” said Lindsey Long, Community Forestry Specialist-Rappahannock District. “Through this project, we also help to educate more people about the trees in their own community.”
Fans can keep track of the trees being planted in our community through the LUFC Tree Tracker, found at https://www.loudoununitedfc.com/lufc-tree-tracker/. It is Loudoun United FC’s goal to keep our community beautiful and promote a clean and sustainable future.
About Virginia Department of Forestry
The Virginia Department of Forestry was established in 1914 to prevent and suppress forest fires and reforest bare land. The organization continues to focus on these goals, but has also grown and expanded, meeting the current needs of Virginians and the forestry community.
The Virginia Department of Forestry’s mission is to protect and develop healthy, sustainable forests for Virginians.
About Loudoun United FC
Loudoun United FC (LUFC) is the highest-level professional soccer franchise in Loudoun County, Virginia. The club plays in the United Soccer League (USL) Championship, one of the most successful professional soccer leagues in the world. For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit www.loudoununitedfc.com.
