We’re honored to see Trees That Feed Foundation’s mission reaching wider audiences this week through three major media outlets. As communities in Jamaica continue to recover from the devastation of Hurricane Melissa, these stories highlight the power of planting food-bearing trees to feed people, create jobs, and restore the environment.
🌳 CBS News Chicago
“Local nonprofit continues work to plant fruit trees in Jamaica in wake of Hurricane Melissa”
📺 Watch the segment (aired November 6, 2025)
CBS News Chicago visited with Trees That Feed Foundation co-founders Mary and Mike McLaughlin to learn how this Chicagoland nonprofit is helping farming families in Jamaica rebuild after the storm. From breadfruit trees that survived hurricane-force winds to new replanting efforts already underway, the story shows the strength of both the trees and the people who care for them.
🎙️ WGN Radio – The Lisa Dent Show
“Breadfruit trees planted by Trees That Feed Foundation survive Hurricane Melissa, help rebuilding communities”
📻 Listen to the interview (aired October 31, 2025)
Mary and Mike McLaughlin joined Lisa Dent on WGN Radio to share how breadfruit trees—known for their climate resilience—are helping communities recover faster and stronger. The conversation also explores how every tree planted creates food security and economic opportunity for families across the tropics.
📰 Chicago Tribune – Coming This Weekend
We’re thrilled to be featured in an upcoming Chicago Tribune story that will shine a light on Trees That Feed Foundation’s 16-year journey, from its roots in Jamaica to planting nearly half a million trees in more than 20 countries. Stay tuned for the link once it’s live!
Join the Effort
You can be part of this impact. Your support helps replant fruit-bearing trees in storm-damaged communities and provides a lasting source of nourishment, income, and hope.
👉 Donate today at www.treesthatfeed.org/donate
To all of our supporters: Thank you. Know that this is your work too. It would be impossible without you.
