Make an impact
from roots to fruits
Community Fruit Rescue works from roots to fruits — caring for trees, mobilizing volunteers, harvesting surplus fruit, and sharing it with neighbors across our community. By harvesting fruit that would otherwise fall and go to waste, we also help reduce attractants that can lead to human–bear conflict, supporting safer coexistence between people and wildlife.
Your donation powers every step of this work, from tree care and harvest coordination to fruit distribution and preservation programs that turn surplus fruit into lasting nourishment.
As a small, lean organization, every dollar has a direct and visible impact: more trees cared for, more fruit shared, less waste in our neighborhoods, and fewer wildlife conflicts. Together, we’re building a healthier, more connected community — one tree and one harvest at a time. Will you join us?
Community Fruit Rescue is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization.
Donations made to our organization are tax-deductible.
EIN: 83-3022407
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Please note: We now use GiveButter, a secure and transparent fundraising platform, so you can give with confidence.If you're a tree steward who is interested in making a donation towards a guaranteed harvest, please visit this page.
Because of your support, CFR has
Rescued more than
178,000
lbs of fruit
Distributed
751
harvests
Engaged over
460,868
servings of fruit locally to food insecure individuals and families
Organized over
1,200
unique volunteers who contributed thousands
of hours of work
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes! Donations to Community Fruit Rescue are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law, as we are a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit.
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Donations made through this page are securely processed online through our payment platform powered by GiveButter. Community Fruit Rescue is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit, and your donation is tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. You will automatically receive a donation receipt by email.
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CFR is a lean, community-powered organization, which means your donation goes a long way. Contributions directly support our fruit tree care, harvest, and fruit preservation programs, helping us coordinate volunteers, maintain equipment, and transport and distribute fresh fruit to neighbors who can use it. Every dollar helps us rescue more fruit, reduce waste, protect black bears, and expand access to healthy, local food across our community.
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You can support CFR in several ways, including mailing a check, donating through PayPal or Venmo, making a donation through a donor-advised fund, participating in employer matching programs, sponsoring programs or events, or including CFR in your planned giving. Please contact us to coordinate these options.
Mail checks to:
Community Fruit Rescue
2861 Ellison Place
Boulder, CO 80304 -
Yes! We welcome donations of equipment and supplies that support our harvest, tree care, and fruit preservation programs. Items like harvest tools, buckets, crates, canning jars, fruit preservation equipment, and fruit tree care supplies are especially helpful. Please contact us before donating so we can confirm current needs.
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Absolutely! Volunteers are at the heart of CFR. You can join fruit harvests, help with tree care, support fruit distribution, assist with events, or help behind the scenes. Visit our Volunteer page to find ways to get involved when it works for you.