GiveBIG for the Lake Sammamish State Park Apple Orchard

Today is the day to GiveBIG for the Lake Sammamish State Park Apple Orchard.

Over the past year, FLSSP has been seeking the right partner to help us care for the park’s historic apple orchard. We are thrilled to now be working alongside Washington State Parks staff and City Fruit to steward these beloved trees over the next several years. Through this partnership, FLSSP will hire certified fruit‑tree specialists to care for the heritage orchard as well as several younger fruit trees throughout the park. This work allows us to preserve a living piece of community history while continuing to tell the story of this landscape and steward it forward.

We are 25% of the way to our goal of $7500 to kick off the work this summer - please consider a gift today to help us continue our efforts to make Lake Sammamish State Park shine!

Your generous donation today directly supports the Historic Orchard Campaign:

Adopt a Tree — $2,500 (4 trees available)
Helps fund the full annual care of one historic apple tree, including pruning, soil health, and seasonal maintenance. Supports long‑term preservation of this living piece of community history.

Plant a Legacy — $1,000 (5 trees available)
Supports multi‑year restoration efforts for the orchard, ensuring these century‑old trees continue to thrive for future generations.

Train a Steward — $500
Funds specialized training for volunteers and staff in fruit‑tree care, expanding our community’s capacity to steward the orchard.

Orchard Bench — $250
Supports the installation and maintenance of seating near the orchard, creating a welcoming space for visitors to rest, reflect, and enjoy the landscape.

Blossom Supporter — $100
Contributes to seasonal care, pruning, and soil enrichment that keep the orchard healthy and productive.

Seed the Future — $25
Provides essential supplies and care for young and newly restored trees, helping the orchard grow strong roots for the future.

Every gift of $50 or more will be honored with recognition on signage at the historic orchard.

In this GiveBIG season, your gift today helps preserve a living piece of community history!