Amigos in the Media
This collection of news articles, interviews, and media features highlights our work in environmental justice, community greening, and connecting people to nature. We’re proud to share the stories that showcase our mission, our partners, and the communities we serve.
Arbor Day Foundation Planted Trees At Los Angeles-Area School Impacted By Devastating Eaton Fire.
One year after the Eaton Fire, we collaborated with the Arbor Day Foundation and community members to to plant trees and greenery at Mary W. Jackson STEAM Multilingual Magnet Elementary School, located within the burn zone of the Eaton Fire.
Green Schoolyards Tour Highlights Progress at PUSD: Some of the ‘greenest’, most water-wise schoolyards in the region were featured during a tour of PUSD campuses.
The recent Green Schoolyards Tour highlighted PUSD campuses transformation made possible through collaboration with Amigos de los Rios, community members, educators, and the school district.
After the L.A. Fires, Locals Turn to Native Plants to Help Shield Homes From Flames and Clean Contaminated Soil
Scientists and community members in Altadena are testing ways that California species can assist efforts to rebuild.
Eaton Fire survivors among those helping to save trees in Altadena
While it is estimated that tens of thousands of trees were lost during the Eaton Fire in Altadena in January, there are still many that have survived. The problem is, they need water.
Altadena’s trees stewards spend roasting hot summer days saving what remains
Parched Altadena trees get a wet boost from nonprofit. Amigos de los Rios and supporters commit to last-chance bid to save Altadena’s trees. It’s a tough job on hot days with limited water.
Altadena Rallies to Save Its Beloved Trees
Or partner @calfund published a great story about our collaborative effort to help save the remaining Altadena trees by watering them throughout the summer.
Survivors of Eaton Fire get expert help to save remaining trees, plants in their yards
Thanks to @abc7la for joining us on a watering day and reporting on the efforts to save Altadena’s trees.
Altadena residents unite to save the remaining trees after Eaton Fire
After the Eaton Fire decimated thousands of trees, the Altadena community is now prioritizing tree preservation. Lolita Lopez reports for the NBC 4 News at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, July 9, 2025.
Trees that are like “grandparents” survived the Eaton Fire in Altadena but there’s worry they won’t survive the summer
Alyson Mello and Marian Coensgen, of Amigos de los Rios, bring water to scorched oak trees that survived the Eaton fire in Altadena on Friday, July 11, 2025. The group in partnership with Altadena Green is watering trees that are at risk of dying where irrigation systems were damaged. (Photo by Sarah Reingewirtz, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG)
Arbor Day: How Los Angeles is replanting trees after devastating wildfires
ABC News joined The Arbor Day Foundation and the Altadena nonprofit Amigos de los Rios to discuss replanting and preserving trees in the wake of the Eaton Fire.
