
The Giving Trees
Stanford’s on-site milling program transforms fallen limbs into campus benches and student art–providing the campus community a sustainable alternative to imported lumber.
This past year was unusual in many ways, including water use patterns and preparation for looming drought conditions. After two years of little rainfall, water conservation is as crucial as ever. In the coming years, when campus is busy and thriving and with periods of normal rainfall, Stanford will continue to emphasize that water conservation is a California and Stanford way of life.

Stanford’s on-site milling program transforms fallen limbs into campus benches and student art–providing the campus community a sustainable alternative to imported lumber.
Support campus conservation initiatives with your next service milestone award. Adopt a salamander, or sponsor a tree, and leave your legacy on Stanford’s lands.

From sustainable beats and food recovery leaps, the year 2025 set a new standard for Stanford traditions and operations.